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Special Interest Service Providers (SISPs) offer paid programs for students outside the instructional day, facilitated through outside service providers. These programs operate at lunch time or after school (prior to 6:00 pm) and must be approved in advance through a Board process.
The application window is now closed. You may still submit applications, but they will not be considered until February 2024. All applications will be reviewed by committee, and consideration for inclusion on the Approved SISP List will be based on the needs of the system. The review by committee will ensure that across the board, programs selected will:
align with board priorities
be available in all geographical areas
offer a variety of activities
include range of activities for multiple age groups
be inclusive and affordable
have received positive feedback, if previously offered
ensure costs to participants are minimized
provide accessibility for students who cannot afford to participate
Once approved, program providers must submit a permit request through the Community Use of Schools team. Permit requests must be accompanied with a certificate of insurance naming York Region District School Board as additional insured and current Vulnerable Sector Screening for instructors.
SISPs will be on the Approved List for a maximum of 1 year after which time, they may need to reapply.
Application Information
For each permit an administrative charge of $48.80 + HST is due
Permit fees are an hourly rate of $21.56 + HST per SISP program/per classroom/per use and $35.94 + HST per SISP program/per gymnasium/per use
Applications will be accepted throughout the year, but the committee will only approve programs in October and February. Please complete the SISP Online Application Form. Paper applications will not be considered.
The application window is now closed. The committee will review new applications for programs to begin in March 2024.
If approved you will receive a confirmation email and your access to the online permit system will be activated. A permit is required in order to provide programming.
Please do not contact schools directly as this may result in you forfeiting your application.
Schools may only offer programs that have been approved by Committee and are on the approved list (available November 6, 2023)
Groups added to the Approved SISP list will have their programs shared with schools through a board process. SISPs shall not reach out to school councils and/or schools advertising their programs. Should an SISP be found in contravention of this requirement they will not be considered for future programs.
Groups must agree to the YRDSB Standards of Conduct and must abide by our anti-bias policies.
School board operations cannot be negatively impacted.
SISPs must be appropriate for the school setting in accordance with the mandate of the public school system.
School principals make the decision as to whether they wish to offer SISP programs to their school community.
All SISPs are solely responsible for the collection of all program/service fees, and for the reimbursement of fees to participants in the event of a program/service cancellation. The school and the York Region District School Board will bear no responsibility in this regard.
Please note, the Board may delay the start, or cancel programs at any time in response to public health measures, direction from the Ministry of Education and to accommodate operational requirements.
Program Requirements
Groups looking to offer a School Day Special Interest program will be required to answer the following questions:
Program Title
Goals and Objectives of the Program
Program Description
Target Age Group
Municipalities of the Board willing to Operate (e.g. Georgina, Newmarket)
Cost per participant per Program
Plan to support students requiring financial assistance
Length of Program (maximum 10 weeks/maximum 2 sessions)
How does your Program align with Board priorities/values/expectations
How will you ensure all students will be able to access this Program
Documentation Requirements
Provide annually, evidence of general liability insurance of an amount not less than $2,000,000.00 to the Community Use of Schools Department. The York Region District School Board must be a named insured on the policy. Failure to provide the required insurance will result in the cancellation of the SISP Permit and removal from the approved list.
Provide original copies of Vulnerable Sector Screening criminal reference certificates for each instructor. Instructors must be at least 18 years old. Checks must have been completed within the last 6 months.
Provide 3 recent reference letters including the name, whether the named person is a service contractor or user, and phone number of same.
Read and understand the following York Region District School Board Policies and Procedures:
For sport and physical activities, please review Ophea Guidelines. The Safety Guidelines are organized into three modules for each of the elementary and secondary levels: Elementary and Secondary Curricular Programs, Elementary and Secondary Intramural Clubs and Activities, and Elementary and Secondary Interschool Athletics.
Current List of Special Interest Service Providers (SISPs)
Our program focuses on providing a friendly environment where our students can develop respect, confidence, and self‑discipline integrated with healthy exercise and fun! Exposing kids to martial arts at an early age greatly improves their focus, attention, and social skills, which can result in better grades.
Municipalities: Markham, Richmond Hill
Contact: 416-795-7750
Children experience Broadway North as they learn how to sing, act and dance joining ACT ONE in a theatrical extravaganza. Children will rehearse and prepare a Broadway style musical production in the Company of their peers culminating in a fun filled presentation for Parents, Grandparents, Family and Friends.
Municipalities: Aurora, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Chess is an incredibly fun sport for improving your child’s math and intelligence. All equipment is supplied for our 8 week programs including sets, work sheets, prizes and awards.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-488-5506
CWMS is a chess school focused on teaching the incredible game of chess to young minds in the right way! By never compromising on quality, the CWMS team ensures that each class is exciting, engaging, and educational.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-456-1599
The Chess World program provides an enriching and dynamic chess experience, using the game as an educational tool to foster character development, improve social skills, and boost cognitive abilities in students. Open to chess enthusiasts in SK to grade 6 of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced players.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 647-855-4971
Create It offers a wide variety of quality Multi-Media, Robotics, Coding, Lego , Photography, Art, & Science themed programs for kids. Students will create and produce exciting projects such as Stop-Motion Animation Movies, Digital Photography, Photo Slideshow movies, Digital Video Production, Coding, Robotics, Video Game Design, App Creations, Movie Trailer Creations, Ipad Projects and Special Effect Movie Projects, and MORE! Students receive ALL Multi-Media projects and Video Game creations to take home on Brand New USB KEYS at the end of each program.
Municipalities: Aurora, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 905-841-4343
Elite Soccer Clinics offers a comprehensive and enriching program that fosters holistic development, promotes physical fitness, enhances cognitive skills, and cultivates positive social interactions among students through soccer. Our inclusive and affordable program ensures that every child has the opportunity to benefit from our engaging soccer curriculum.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 647-527-2505
Soccer Shots is an engaging learn-to-play soccer program with a focus on character development, for children ages 2-8. Our team positively impacts children lives on and off the field with best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication. Our curriculum is developed in association with early childhood educators, under the guidance of experienced licensed soccer coaches, and professional soccer players, to be developmentally appropriate, engaging, and fun, and aligns with Ontario Early Learning Skills.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 437-772-3300
Children have a natural curiosity that lends itself to science, technology, engineering, math (STEM). At Engineering For Kids, we inspire kids ages 4 to 14 to build on their innate desire for answers by exploring engineering concepts in a fun, hands-on way. Classes to offer include: Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Environment, Electrical, Industrial, Marine, Mechanical, Robotics, Software & Coding engineering classes.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 905-963-0053
Envision Robotics, a year-round STEM Studio in Thornhill, will be offering robotics, coding and STEM lunchtime classes as part of the extra-curricular activities at your school this semester.
Municipalities: Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 647-502-6319
Let your students explore the world of music with our affordable group piano lessons right at your school. We are here to nurture their passion and foster a lifelong love for music.
Municipalities: Markham, Richmond Hill
Karate and self-defense training for students of all ages promoting positivity, fitness, non-violence and confidence in line with evidence-based conflict resolution strategies.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 905-235-9119
We offer high-quality physical literacy and soccer activities that foster friendships, develop a sense of teamwork and promote good sportsmanship in a safe and fun environment.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-457-3772
Our Karate Kids class takes place once per week, in the school gymnasium, during the lunch or nutrition break which is a huge help and relief for busy parents, especially those on a budget. Offered to students in grades 1 through 5, the Karate Kids program is an exciting and motivating fusion of non-contact martial arts, fitness, and character education.
At half the price of after school programs combined with the distribution of our scholarships, more of your families will be given an opportunity they may not otherwise have.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-482-8198
Since 2013, Kidz Can Play Inc. has offered exciting physical & health education (P.H.E) and nature programs, in addition to March Break and Summer Camps for children ages 4-13. Our P.H.E. programs are based on the current, research-based philosophy of “Teaching Games for Understanding” (TGFU), which aligns with the Ontario P.H.E Curriculum initiative to
develop physically literate students.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-418-8514
Little Jammerz Provides engaging Guitar, Glee and Ukulele programs for elementary students. By jamming together with their fellow students, students enjoy a supportive and motivating environment in which to learn.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 905-267-2330
MYSA Kidz is a lunch & after school program provider that offers fun and educational programs such as Drawing & Cartooning, Yoga, Dance, All Sports and more.
Municipalities: Aurora, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Mad Science lunchtime and after school programs are both educational and fun. Our hands-on, one-hour, 8-week science programs are themed around a particular area of science and include such topics as chemistry, space, electricity, magnetism, optics, biology, and many more.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-630-5282
A Soccer Development Training Program with Canada Soccer Licenced Coaches. Each session includes includes ball mastery activities, small sides games and technical development.
Municipalities: Newmarket
Contact: 905-836-8761
Lunchtime recess martial arts program introduction to students. Through no-contact karate classes, students learn the benefits of being physically active and the importance of developing good character, while building confidence and having fun.
Municipalities: Vaughan
Contact: 416-999-9345
Babysitting Certificate Course--RED CROSS-11yr & up -Manual included- ideal confidence builder-First Aid-handling emergencies-convenient 1 day course at your school on P.A. Days
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
R&B Sports offers a variety of after school programs that will help keep your children moving. We instill teamwork and sportsmanship in our athletes. We help improve skill and learn new ones. We help build self confidence and self esteem. We offer programs such as, basketball, soccer, floor hockey, racquet sports, dodgeball and more.
Municipalities: Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 416-520-7372
Roma Crafts Inc. offers unique enriched art programs that are created and designed to help students of all ages to gain overall confidence in traditional art.
Municipalities: Aurora, King, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 647-299-6670
A new cartoon adventure for the students each week. During the classes, the children will learn all about cartoons and the fundamentals of art, while exploring their creativity with drawing & painting.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 905-303-6649
Skillz Basketball Lab is proud to offer once again the JrNBA Basketball training program in school.
Join our dynamic "Learn to Play" Pickleball class and dive into the exciting world of pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in North America.
Municipalities: Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 647-727-8846
We provide Babysitting courses for grades 5 to 8, and provide Stay Safe courses for grades 3 to 5. We also provide First Aid courses to students (and staff) from grade 8 through high school.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 416-509-1946
TenTen Sports runs active, engaging and fun indoor lunch hour and after-school sports programs for JK to grade 6. Sports include Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Dodgeball, Floor Hockey and Multi Sport.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 905-771-7511
Our Taekwondo school offers impactful programming like the 'Fight Against Bullying Seminar,' serving as a valuable resource to students. We aspire to be education partners, promoting physical well-being and mental health through structured training that builds resilience and fosters a sense of inclusivity and respect for all.
Municipalities: King, Richmond Hill, Vaughan
Contact: 289-275-5900
Since 2017, Toronto Hoopstars has been providing youth basketball training to kids within York Region. We are a 5 star rated program that is loved by kids and parents alike.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Ukulele Kids is a parent paid lunch and after school program that teaches elementary age students how to play the ukulele.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
This Wadoka karate program is designed as a "Jump Start" initiative - to motivate participants to want to continue training with us after the initial (10-week) training period ends. Access information on our main karate school by visiting www.matsprogram.com
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 647-271-1566
Yes I Can Learning Academy - Explore the World of Technology within the comfort of your own school!
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Contact: 647-283-1873
Young Rembrandts teaches young children how to draw with a proven step by step methodology while encouraging their creativity and self-expression. For over 20 years, we delivered a top quality classroom experience that is fun, engaging, and educational. Kindergarten, elementary (includes Art history) and cartooning curriculum for ages 4 to 12.
Municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville