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Edmonton Catholic Schools
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Dates of existence
1888-
History
Catholic education in Edmonton has a proud tradition that dates back to before Alberta was a province. In August 1888, Edmonton Catholic parents applied to organize a separate school division for their children. In October of that same year, three sisters from the Faithful Companions of Jesus sailed from France to open a convent and a school in Edmonton. They began teaching at the newly formed St. Joachim Catholic School on November 2, 1888. That first year the sisters taught 23 students. At that time compulsory schooling began at age seven and was complete by the age of 12.
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9405 50 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta
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Final
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Dates of creation, revision and deletion
Record created June 6, 2022.
Record revised December 22, 2025.
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- English
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Record created by AE.
Record revied by KM.