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 Semantics of Private vs. Independent 
I think describing Canadian private schools as ""independent"" is problematic. I think most would agree that there are specific connotations to each word that should be recognized. Calling something an independent school has positive connotations of independance, nobility, etc.. ""private"" carries connotations of exclusion, elitism, and could be seen as a more negative desciption of these schools. I personally think private is the more appropriate term for schools existing outside of the public system requiring yearly tuition in excess of $20,000+. I feel terming them ""independent"" is white washing their exclusivity and restricted access. 24.235.129.212  "