Structured, supportive, and accessible online secondary education

Sarah Abbas, Founder and Principal

Canadian Online Learning Academy is currently led and operated solely by its Founder and Principal, Sarah Abbas. She is an Ontario Certified Teacher with Intermediate and Senior qualifications in French as a Second Language and Social Sciences–General, and extensive experience teaching and supporting students in Ontario curriculum-based educational programs.

Sarah holds a Master of Science in Education in Secondary Teaching from Niagara University, a Master of Professional Education in International and Comparative Education from Western University, and an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto. She has also completed specialized studies in French education through the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.

Throughout her career, Sarah has taught English, French, mathematics, science, geography, humanities, and business-related subjects. Her experience includes curriculum development, online instruction, supporting English language learners, accommodating students with Individual Education Plans, and providing individualized academic intervention.

Before entering the classroom full-time, Sarah served as an Education Officer at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, where she developed and delivered civic education programs. This experience strengthened her commitment to helping students understand Canadian government, citizenship, leadership, and their role within their communities.

Sarah founded Canadian Online Learning Academy because she believes online education should offer more than access to digital course materials. Students should have access to tailored instruction, timely assistance, meaningful feedback, and responsive teachers who are available to support them throughout their learning.

Her vision is to create an online school where students are known as individuals, where instruction can be adapted to their needs, and where they are never left to navigate difficult coursework alone. Canadian Online Learning Academy was established to combine the flexibility of online learning with the guidance, accountability, and personal support students need to succeed.

As Principal and sole operator, Sarah is committed to maintaining strong academic standards and creating a responsive learning environment in which students feel supported, challenged, and prepared for future academic and professional success.