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Vega Academy

Canada, Toronto

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The school at a glance
Fees CA$17,000 - 21,000
Ages 12 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, English
Typical class size 16
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

VEGA Academy in Toronto delivers the Ontario secondary school program to students aged 12 to 18 through the Canadian Curriculum. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is delivered on a quarterly, intensive schedule aimed at university preparation. The school occupies a suite at 80 Bloor Street West, Toronto, operating Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Classrooms are bright and collaborative, with modern interiors that support independent study and teamwork. Outdoor spaces surround the campus, giving access to parks and Toronto's cultural districts, and providing opportunities for excursions and community projects that enrich learning. The program integrates AI literacy and sustained inquiry across courses, with two courses per quarter across four quarters, and dual-credit opportunities alongside dedicated university counselling. The school emphasises small class sizes, with cohorts of 16 students or fewer, plus mentorship and personalized guidance. An affiliation with International Business University (IBU) enables IBU Days, lectures and events globally.

VEGA Academy, 80 Bloor St W, Suite 800, Toronto, ON M5S 2V1, Canada

The Essentials

Vega Academy has typical class sizes of 16.

Location
VEGA Academy is located in downtown Toronto at 80 Bloor St W, Suite 800, Toronto, ON M5S 2V1. The school sits in the heart of a diverse, vibrant city with access to universities, culture and city life.

Stages
High School — OSSD; Summer School. Age range 12-18.

Additional learning support
Holistic support with personalized attention; small classes of no more than 16 students; dedicated educators consider both academic and emotional well-being.

Country affiliation
Canada

School day structure
OSSD is delivered on a quarterly intensive schedule designed around university preparation.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Homestay offers students a family-based living experience. Residence options are available for students 16+ who seek a more independent living environment. Availability, services, meal options, supervision, and age requirements may vary by residence provider.

Food Options
Residence options may include meals. Availability and specifics vary by residence provider.

Governance and Ownership
VEGA Academy is a private high school in Toronto. It has an affiliation with International Business University (IBU) for dual-credit opportunities.
Fees

Annual tuition at Vega Academy ranges from CAD 17,000 to CAD 21,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged while the application is under review; no payment is required until the application is reviewed and an offer is made. After an offer is issued, a tuition deposit is required to secure enrolment; the Finance Office verifies payment within 5–7 business days and the Final Letter of Acceptance (LOA) is issued after payment confirmation.

Tuition fees (day-school) — by student type and per academic year

- Domestic students (day-school): Annual tuition CAD 17,000. A first-year bursary of CAD 4,500 is applied to eligible accepted applicants, giving a net first-year amount of CAD 12,500.

- International students (day-school): Annual tuition CAD 21,000. A first-year bursary of CAD 5,500 is applied to eligible accepted applicants, giving a net first-year amount of CAD 15,500.

- The Academy delivers the OSSD through a quarterly intensive schedule. Using the quarterly model, a nominal per-quarter breakdown can be calculated by dividing the annual tuition by four; this is a straightforward division based on the school's quarterly schedule (examples shown below are calculated values): the domestic annual tuition of CAD 17,000 corresponds to CAD 4,250 per quarter before any bursary; international annual tuition of CAD 21,000 corresponds to CAD 5,250 per quarter before any bursary. (These per-quarter figures are derived by dividing the published annual tuition by four because the Academy operates a quarterly intensive schedule.)

Tuition fees — semester / online / alternate delivery notes

- The school publishes alternative delivery pricing for other program formats in some intake materials (examples: semester or online-plus options and semester pricing referenced in fee materials). Specific program-format pricing (for example, semester or online-plus fees) and any applicable bursary amounts are set in the Academy's published fee schedules for those program types. Where a semester price is published, the pattern has included mid-range semester figures (for example, a first-semester tuition figure of CAD 9,500 with a corresponding Start Now bursary reduction in sample materials).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment timing: no payment is required while the application is under review; after an Offer of Admission, a tuition deposit is required to confirm a place. The Finance Office verifies and acknowledges payment within 5–7 business days; the Final Letter of Acceptance (LOA) is issued after payment confirmation. Parents remain financially responsible for tuition in cases described by the Academy's policies (for example, if credit is denied under policy conditions).

- Instalment or term billing: the Academy's operational schedule is quarterly; published materials and program fee documents reference term/semester billing options for some program types, but the Academy's admissions and finance office sets the formal invoice schedule and deposit requirements for each enrolment.

Boarding / accommodation fees and options

- On-campus boarding: the Academy operates with homestay and approved residence partners rather than traditional on-site boarding. Homestay and residence options are available through approved partners; homestay typically includes a private bedroom and three meals per day for summer program packages and similar arrangements for full-year placements through partner providers.

- Sample accommodation pricing from published fee materials and program packages: an annual accommodation figure appears in Academy fee materials as CAD 19,983 for residential/accommodation services in sample pricing; a separate “on-campus” annual tuition example of CAD 19,000 appears in the same set of published fee examples (these figures appear in the Academy's public fee summaries for campus/residence options and combined tuition+accommodation examples). These accommodation figures are tied to partner-managed residence or homestay services and may vary with provider, room type, meal plan, supervision and length of stay.

- Summer program accommodation: summer program prices often include homestay and related services (examples show homestay with private bedroom and three meals/day included in the program price). Summer-program package pricing (below) shows accommodation included.

Summer / short-program fees (examples)

- Two-week non-credit summer program (Future Builder): total program+accommodation examples are shown at CAD 4,000 in program materials for certain July cohorts; other summer program pages for the Future Builder / Future Founder tracks show program fees listed at CAD 4,195 for some cohorts depending on the program version. These program fees generally include tuition, materials, excursions and, where advertised, homestay accommodation, airport transfer, custodianship letter and health insurance as specified for each program offering.

- Four-week credit summer program: published program pricing examples show total tuition plus accommodation at CAD 7,000 for selected summer cohorts. Summer-program pricing is published separately from the day-school tuition schedule.

Other costs and mandatory extras

- International student insurance: international student insurance fees are not included in the published tuition figures and are charged separately where applicable.

- Optional excursions, field trips and other add-on services: optional excursions, co-curricular activities, and program-specific costs (for example extended-excursions) are not included in base tuition and are billed separately when applicable. Custodianship, airport transfer and health insurance are included in some packaged program prices (such as summer packages) but are separate charges for full-year international placement if arranged.

- Uniform and textbooks: no mandatory uniform fee is published in the Academy's general fee summaries; course materials, textbooks and other learning materials are addressed in program documents and may be included or listed as separate charges depending on the program. If a uniform is required for a specific cohort or program, that requirement and cost is provided in the program's enrolment materials.

Refund information

- Summer programs: if a summer cohort is cancelled by the Academy, program materials state the program fee will be fully refunded in the event of cancellation. Refund arrangements for summer programs are described in the program terms.

- Day‑school / full-year withdrawals and refunds: the Academy's policies and course-calendar materials define withdrawal, attendance and credit conditions; parents remain financially responsible for tuition in certain policy situations (for example, where credit is denied under policy conditions). Formal withdrawal and refund rules are set out in the Academy's enrolment and policy documents and applied by the Finance Office in keeping with those policies.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Payment flow: enrolment requires a tuition deposit after an Offer of Admission; the Finance Office verifies payment and issues the LOA after confirmation. Published materials describe payment confirmation timing but do not list a single public checklist of accepted payment instruments.

- Typical accepted methods and practical notes: payment is coordinated through the Academy's Finance Office and commonly accepted methods for institutions of this type include bank transfer (wire), credit card and electronic payment methods arranged with Finance; packaged program fees (for example summer program packages) frequently include bundled services and are payable according to the program invoice. For precise payment methods to use for a given invoice (for example, deposit, instalment or accommodation fee), payment instructions and available methods are provided directly with the invoice from the Finance Office or admissions materials.

Scholarships and bursaries

- A first-year bursary is applied automatically to accepted applicants' first year (examples shown: CAD 4,500 for domestic and CAD 5,500 for international students). Separate merit scholarships are offered for competitive applicants entering Grades 11 or 12; a published merit scholarship example offers 50% tuition reduction (half of a published net tuition example) for selected recipients. Scholarship and bursary amounts, eligibility and intake dates are published for each scholarship offering.
Academics

Vega Academy teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) delivered through a quarterly intensive schedule designed around student needs and university preparation.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes are no more than 16 students.

Higher Education Progression
Affiliation with International Business University (IBU) provides a seamless pathway to IBU; dual-credit opportunities in Grade 12; personalized university counselling supports pursuit of Canadian and global universities.

Gifted and Talented
Merit Scholarship offers 50% tuition reduction for outstanding students entering Grade 11 or Grade 12.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
VEGA Academy provides holistic wellbeing support through consistent mentorship and counselling, fostering a sense of belonging. Wellbeing is a shared responsibility across staff, students, parents, and community partners, coordinated by a Well-Being School Team. Students have access to mental health and emotional wellbeing counselling throughout the year. The school offers adjustment and transition support to help new students settle in, build connections, and feel at home. A student support team provides guidance on academic planning, career exploration, and personal development, and leadership and peer experiences are fostered through peer mentorship, collaborative projects, and student-led initiatives.

Mental Wellbeing
VEGA Academy is committed to emotional wellbeing and mental health, with caring and professional counselling available year-round. Adjustment and transition support helps students settle in, build connections, and feel at home. The student support team provides guidance for academic planning, personal development, and career exploration.

Safeguarding
VEGA Academy has a Code of Conduct and Safe Schools Policy to ensure a safe, healthy and engaging environment. The policies align with provincial legislation and Ministry of Education directives to maintain safe and caring communities. A Well-Being School Team supports student welfare. The Code of Conduct is presented and signed at registration, and there is zero tolerance for harassment, intimidation, bullying, racism, or violence. Progressive discipline is used to support positive behaviour while protecting students.
Parent Experience

Community
VEGA Academy is located in downtown Toronto, offering students access to a diverse urban environment with cultural attractions and community events. Learning beyond the classroom turns city life into an extension of the curriculum, helping students connect their studies to real-world experiences. Classes are small, with no more than 16 students, so educators know students by name and provide personalized mentorship. Students can explore the city's universities and its dynamic neighbourhoods as part of their learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The VEGA Academy campus is located at 80 Bloor St W, Suite 800, Toronto, ON M5S 2V1, and operates Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The campus combines purpose-built learning environments with Toronto's dynamic urban setting, giving students access to collaborative spaces, cultural experiences, and learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Our learning spaces are designed to support collaboration, creativity, and academic focus, with bright classrooms and collaborative areas. The campus interior is modern and professional, balancing comfort with functionality to support student work. Outdoor spaces surround the campus, providing access to parks and Toronto's cultural districts, and the city environment helps bring excursions and community projects into the learning experience.

Academic Facilities
Learning spaces are designed to support collaboration, creativity, and academic focus. Bright classrooms and collaborative areas provide an environment for deep thinking and teamwork. The campus interior is modern and professional, balancing comfort with functionality to support student work. Outdoor spaces surround the campus, offering access to parks and Toronto's cultural districts that enrich academic experiences.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student clubs provide opportunities to explore interests, build friendships, and develop leadership and teamwork skills beyond the classroom. Leadership programmes encourage students to build confidence, responsibility, communication, and initiative through real responsibilities and peer interaction. Cultural events celebrate diversity and create opportunities for students to share traditions and perspectives from around the world. Through VEGA Academy's affiliation with International Business University (IBU), students may participate in special IBU Days, attending university lectures, workshops, networking events, guest speaker sessions, and campus activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
VEGA Academy delivers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) through a quarterly model with two courses per quarter across four quarters per year, designed around university preparation. It provides university pathways through dual-credit opportunities, IBU Days, and personalized university counselling, supported by an affiliation with International Business University (IBU). Courses are built around sustained inquiry and critical thinking, and AI literacy is integrated into Day School programs.

Leadership & Professional
Summer programs emphasize leadership and entrepreneurship: Future Builder (2 weeks) introduces entrepreneurship and leadership through hands-on work, and Future Founder (3 weeks) builds on these skills with a Capstone Week; the IBU affiliation provides additional university pathways and potential credits.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
VEGA Academy offers small class sizes with no more than 16 students, providing personalized attention and mentorship that consider students' academic and emotional well-being.
Admissions

Admissions
01 Inquire: Research programs and connect with the admissions team. The admissions team is available to guide students and families through every step of the admissions process. Your path to VEGA Academy starts with submitting your initial inquiry, which immediately activates your application file. The admissions timeline continues with steps toward admission.

02 Apply Online: Submit your online application with supporting documents. This begins a formal file and allows the admissions team to review readiness and intake availability. The admissions team provides guidance through the next steps. There is no obligation to enroll until admissions review is complete.

03 Admissions: Complete a brief interview with the admissions team. The interview is part of the admissions process.

04 Offer: Receive your conditional offer letter from VEGA Academy. The offer is conditional on meeting specified requirements. Successful applicants receive the Offer of Admission.

05 Enrollment: Confirm your place and join the VEGA Academy community. After the tuition deposit has been paid, the Finance Office verifies and acknowledges payment within 5-7 business days. Upon payment confirmation, the Final Letter of Acceptance (LOA) is issued within 5 business days.

Admissions Timeline: From your first inquiry to your Final Letter of Acceptance, VEGA Academy provides personalized guidance at every stage, helping families navigate the admissions process with clarity and ease.

There is no obligation to enroll until admissions review is complete.

Scholarships
A bursary is available for all accepted students applied directly to your first year. No payment until your application is reviewed and approved.
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