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What We Do

BCHEA provides guidance, advocacy, and community support for homeschooling families in British Columbia. We focus on helping parents understand their rights, fulfill legal obligations, and connect with the broader homeschooling community.

Government Liaison and Advocacy

  • BCHEA communicates regularly with Ministry of Education and Child Care officials and other authorities to ensure homeschooling families have a voice.
  • We provide guidance and input on matters affecting home education, helping ensure resources and practices reflect parents’ rights and reflect their needs.

Protecting Your Rights

  • We work to uphold the right to home educate with minimal government intrusion.
  • BCHEA offers guidance and support when families face challenges or legal questions related to homeschooling.

Support and Information

  • BCHEA maintains ongoing communications with homeschool community support groups across BC.
  • We provide accurate, up-to-date guidance through our website, social media, and electronic newsletter to keep families informed about home education laws and issues.
  • We provide home educators with information, advice, and connections to community networks.

Public Relations and Outreach

  • BCHEA provides information to schools, lawyers, support groups, and the public to foster understanding of home education in the wider community.
  • We maintain regular communication and interaction with homeschooling families across the province through virtual gatherings and other opportunities for community and dialogue.

Legal Information and Defense

  • We offer guidance to families and their legal representatives regarding homeschooling rights.
  • BCHEA maintains resources to address landmark legal challenges related to home education.