Homeschool laws in Canada
How to homeschool in Nunavut
Register your child with your District Education Authority (Education Act, section 21).
What to file
Register your child with your District Education Authority (Education Act, section 21).
When
Ask your District Education Authority.
Education plan
Agree with the school principal on how your child’s progress will be assessed.
Reports and evaluation
The District Education Authority evaluates and supports home schooling programs under the regulations.
Funding
The Act allows reimbursement of some costs; ask your District Education Authority.
Good to know: If a principal recommends ending a program, the authority must interview the parents and review the material before deciding.
Keep records from day one
Even where reports are not required, a simple record of days, books and work samples answers any question later and helps if your child returns to school.
Questions parents ask
Is homeschooling legal in Nunavut?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in every Canadian province and territory. In Nunavut: Register your child with your District Education Authority (Education Act, section 21).
When do I register to homeschool in Nunavut?
Ask your District Education Authority.
Do I need to report progress in Nunavut?
The District Education Authority evaluates and supports home schooling programs under the regulations.
Official sources
A plain-English summary checked November 2026, not legal advice. Rules and forms change, so confirm with the official source before you file.