CHI hopes that its programs will lead to a future in which independent schools of all types will be recognized and validated as contributors to the rich mosaic of schools serving the ideal of public education in Canada.
 
Mission
CHI is a research organization designed to promote excellence through accountability and transparency. 

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Commitments

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• Value the well-being of students as family members above all other interests.
    
• Value the dedication and expertise of Ontario's independent educators and will work to improve their condition in Ontario.
  

Objectives

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• Provide a broad range of research information about school quality to support informed judgement and decision-making.
    
• Model positive and establish best practices within its own organization in order to bring high standards and superior practices to all its activities.
  
  

Activities

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• Develop and implement a provincial performance indicators system for independent schools.
   
• Promote research in best practices in assessment and accountability.
   
• Conduct quality reviews (accreditation) in cooperation with school boards.
   
• Conduct annual conferences in order to debate assessment-related issues.
   
• Publish information on educational alternatives in order to promote informed parental choice and schooling options.