Medicine Hat Catholic Board Of Education

What Medicine Hat Catholic Board Of Education does

Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education operates a publicly funded Catholic school division in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, established in 1911. The division serves students from Early Learning (ages 3-5) through Grade 12 across 10 schools, including elementary, middle, and high school facilities, plus an International Education Program for Grades 7-12. It offers a comprehensive curriculum including core K-12 instruction, French Immersion (Kindergarten through Grade 12 with DELF certification), and specialized academies covering Fine Arts, multiple sports disciplines (basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, golf, hockey, soccer), First Responder training, Production Arts, and Health & Wellness programs. Support services include School Nutrition Programs, Out of School Care, PD Day Childcare, Summer School, and student transportation.

The division operates on a publicly funded model with no tuition fees for Alberta residents, receiving primary operational funding from Alberta Education. Revenue is supplemented by modest fees: Early Learning Program at $230/month per child, First Responder Academy at $500-$1,000/year based on grade level, and ancillary school fees. The technology stack is built on standard K-12 administrative platforms including PowerSchool (student information system), SchoolEngage (online registration), SchoolCashOnline (fee management), SchoolMessenger (parent communication), and Google Workspace for Education (productivity). The division is governed by an elected Board of Trustees (currently with a Board Chair, Vice Chair, and at least five trustees) and led by Superintendent Dr. Dwayne Zarichny, with key executives including Deputy Superintendent Nick Gale, Secretary Treasurer Greg MacPherson, and Associate Superintendents overseeing Curriculum/Instruction and Learning Services.

Name

Medicine Hat Catholic Board Of Education

Legal name

Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education

Website

https://mhcbe.ab.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education operates a publicly funded Catholic school division in Alberta, Canada, serving students from Early Learning through Grade 12 across 10 schools with French Immersion, specialized academies, and support services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• K-12 Catholic education
• Primary and secondary education
• Publicly funded schooling
• Student information systems
• International student programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Medicine Hat

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Education Funding: Publicly funded Catholic school division in Alberta, primarily funded through Alberta Education provincial funding. No tuition fees for students in Alberta Catholic schools.
2. Early Learning Program Fees: Licensed preschool program at $230/month per child, offered 5 half-days per week at all six elementary schools.
3. Academy Program Fees: Specialized academy programs charge fees: First Responder Academy $500 for grade 10 and $1,000 for grades 11-12. Sports academies at Notre Dame Academy have associated fees.
4. School Fees: Various school fees for materials, activities, and programs as approved by the Board. Textbooks and workbooks provided at no cost per policy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education is a publicly funded Catholic school authority that delivers Kindergarten through Grade 12 education across its schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta. In addition to the standard provincial curriculum, it offers specialty academies (such as hockey and arts/music), faith-based formation, and an international student program for fee-paying overseas learners.

Product overview

Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education operates a comprehensive K-12 Catholic education system comprising 10 schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta. The division offers a unified portfolio of educational products including Early Learning Programs (ages 3-5), Kindergarten through Grade 12 instruction with French Immersion tracks, and specialized academies (Fine Arts, Sports, First Responder, Production Arts, Baseball). Support services include School Nutrition Programs, Out of School Care, PD Day Childcare, Summer School, and International Education. The division utilizes digital platforms including PowerSchool for student information, SchoolEngage for registration, and SchoolCashOnline for fee payments. Strategic priorities for 2026-2030 focus on Catholicity, Positive Workplace Experience, and Quality Teaching & Learning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• École St. John Paul II School: Elementary school offering English and French Immersion programs for Early Learning to Grade 5
• Holy Trinity Academy
• Monsignor McCoy High School
• Mother Teresa School
• Notre Dame Academy
• St. Francis Xavier School
• St. Louis School
• St. Mary's School
• St. Michael's School
• St. Patrick's School
• Medicine Hat Catholic Schools' International Program

Products and services

• K-12 Catholic Education Program Core tuition-free Kindergarten to Grade 12 program delivered across the board's Catholic schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Integrates the Alberta provincial curriculum with Catholic faith-based formation, and is open to resident students of the district.
• Specialty Academies (Hockey, Arts, Music) Fee-based specialty academy streams offered to enrolled students, enabling focused development in disciplines such as hockey, arts, and music alongside the regular academic program. Targeted at families seeking enhanced extracurricular/specialty training within the school day.
• International Student Program Tuition-based international student placement program that recruits overseas students to study in the board's Catholic schools, generally with homestay accommodation and English-language immersion. Targeted at international families and education agents seeking Canadian Catholic K-12 study opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Three-year graduation rate well above provincial average
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Alberta EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial government ministry that funds and regulates Catholic school divisions in Alberta. Provides operational funding, curriculum guidelines, and policy oversight for the school division.
• Diocese of CalgarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Catholic diocese provides pastoral guidance, supports school-sponsored masses, and connects schools with local parish programs for religious education and faith formation.
• Alberta School Councils' AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial association providing training, resources, and support for school councils across Alberta, enhancing parental involvement in education.
• Digital Wellness CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing digital literacy resources, tools, and programs for parents and children to navigate the digital world responsibly, safely, and effectively.
• Study InsuredminorOthersStudent accident insurance provider offering voluntary student accident insurance plans and international outbound student plans for families.
• Community Coming Together (CCT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity mental health initiative providing free summer activities and events promoting positive mental health and wellness for youth and families.
• Local Emergency Services (Police, Fire, EMS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with local emergency personnel to coordinate emergency response plans and support First Responder Academy program.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Holy Spirit Catholic School Division: Alberta Catholic school division in the Lethbridge region operating the same publicly funded K-12 Catholic structure with elected trustees and parish-connected programming. Direct peer on regional Alberta Catholic K-12 delivery.
• Evergreen Catholic Schools: Alberta Catholic school division serving Spruce Grove and Parkland region under the same publicly funded K-12 Catholic model. Comparable on governance, funding framework, and faith-based educational mission.
• Calgary Catholic School District: Largest Catholic school division in Alberta operating the same publicly funded K-12 Catholic model with extensive specialized programming. Direct operational peer given shared provincial funding framework, Education Act governance, and faith-based mission.
• Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools: Alberta Catholic school division serving St. Albert and surrounding area under the same publicly funded K-12 Catholic model. Comparable governance, funding, and faith-based programming.
• Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools: Alberta Catholic school division operating multiple K-12 schools under the same publicly funded model. Comparable on operational structure, religious programming, and provincial funding framework.
• Edmonton Catholic Schools: Second-largest Catholic school division in Alberta, operating dozens of schools under the same publicly funded K-12 Catholic structure. Direct peer on funding model, governance (elected trustees, superintendent), and academy/specialty programming.
• Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools: Mid-sized Alberta Catholic school division operating under the same publicly funded K-12 model with elected trustees and the Diocese partnership structure. Direct peer on funding, governance, and program model.

Regional players

• Medicine Hat Public School Division: Public (secular) school division serving the same city of Medicine Hat. Closest geographic competitor for student enrollment; competes with MHCBE directly for families in the same catchment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCqWzaSzwOaQc16J8K8ZyIqw/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/MHCatholic
• Instagraminstagram.com/mhcatholic

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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