Professional Service Partners
Our partners understand the unique needs of Ontario’s independent schools, providing members the professional services they need and peace of mind.
CCV Insurance’s MySchool program offers OFIS members a customized insurance solution, exceptional advice, excellent customer service and claims support for all types of private schools in the province. Our 25 plus years of serving the education sector means we understand the unique risks and challenges faced by schools and our carefully designed insurance program safeguards your school and allows you to focus on educating and caring for your students.
Insurance
Caravel Law LLP is pleased to have served OFIS member schools for over five years. Through a vigilantly maintained, low overhead cost structure, Caravel provides high quality legal advice, at pricing that is significantly lower than traditional law firms. With both big law firm backgrounds and practical in-house experience across all industry sectors, including education, Caravel’s team of business-savvy lawyers are ready to support your schools. We have extensive experience working on various matters related to private school operations, including governance, employment, student issues, contracts, and compliance with regulations. We focus on happy clients and happy lawyers. We would love to discuss how Caravel can support your goals and protect your interests. Interested in hearing more about Caravel’s special rate for OFIS members? Let’s chat!
Legal
Group Benefits
OFIS has partnered with the Community Services Benefits Trust (CSBT) to provide an improved benefits plan offering to OFIS members.
CSBT is a non-profit trust that provides a cost-effective plan that is customizable and locally accessible to social service organizations across the country. The CSBT program is structured differently than the industry standard. A pooled philosophy, substantial buying power through strength in numbers and best-in-industry technology all contribute to provide a greater value for your school.
With CSBT, OFIS member schools enjoy enhanced coverage and comprehensive benefits packages, including services such as the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Virtual Healthcare at competitive group rates - regardless of the size of your school.
HR Covered Inc. is a team of passionate Human Resource Experts from Canada who make HR simple and cover all avenues at a fraction of the cost, with OFIS members eligible for a 15% discount on all services. HR Covered helps OFIS members with HR policies, employee handbooks, and training to meet the specific requirements for legislative compliance in Ontario.
Human Resources
Our Kids Media is Canada's Trusted Source for families who are looking for the best learning experiences for their children. Since 1997, Our Kids offers the most complete directory of private and independent schools in Canada. Through our partnership with Our Kids Media, OFIS member schools receive exclusive benefits when they showcase their school to more than 3,000 families daily with Our Kids’ special media network.
Media
Attuned Families helps families address mental health issues and to explore and improve the dynamics of their relationships. Attuned Families offers a variety of child therapy, family therapy, parent coaching, autism support, and more.