Program Fees 2026/27

Registration opens June 12 2026

At the Celtic Ensemble, we strive to keep all our programs accessible, inclusive and affordable. If you have any questions or concerns in this regard please don’t hesitate to reach out to president@celticensemble.ca. A needs-based bursary is available on a limited basis.

  • Annual Tuition: $1,605 (or two payments of $802.50)
    Early Bird: $50 credit on first invoice/payment of the season* - Register by July 12 2026

    Rehearsals: Wednesdays 7:30pm-9:30pm, Saturdays 10am-12pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    Performance Uniform:

    • Celtic Ensemble t-shirt mandatory. Celtic Ensemble hoodie strongly recommended for outdoor performances (2026 pricing being confirmed).

    • Black dress shoes or flats

    • Formal costume fee (~$150/season).

      • Costs may be less for returning members if ensemble decides to keep the same attire as 25/26 season.

    Additional Costs:

    • September Retreat: $185

    • February Retreat: ~$260 (TBC)

    • West Coast Fiddle Summit (May 2027): TBC

    Required Volunteer Hours

    • 15 hours/year, or $375 fee in lieu of volunteering

    *See billing schedule

  • Tuition: $1,200 (or two payments of $600)
    Early Bird: $50 credit on first invoice/payment of the season* - Register by July 12 2026

    Rehearsals: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:30pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    Performance Uniform:

    • Celtic Ensemble t-shirt mandatory. Celtic Ensemble hoodie strongly recommended for outdoor performances (2026 pricing being confirmed).

    • Black dress pants or skirt

    • Black dress shoes or flats

    • Formal costume fee (~$80-$100/season)

      • Costs may be less for returning members if ensemble decides to keep the same attire

    Additional Costs:

    • Junior Intensive: TBC

    • West Coast Fiddle Summit (May 2026): TBC

    Required Volunteer Hours

    • 10 hours/year, or $250 fee in lieu of volunteering

    *See billing schedule

  • Tuition: $855 (or two payments of $427.50)


    Early Bird: $25 credit on first invoice/payment of the season* - Register by July 12 2026

    Rehearsals: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    Performance Uniform:

    • Celtic Ensemble t-shirt (at cost - 2026 pricing being confirmed)

    • Black dress pants or skirt

    • Black dress shoes or flats

    Additional Costs:

    • None

    Required Volunteer Hours

    • 5 hours/year, or $125 fee in lieu of volunteering

    *See billing schedule

  • Annual Tuition: $775 (or two payments of $377.50)
    Early Bird: $25 credit on first invoice/payment of the season* (applies to annual tuition only) - Register by July 12 2026

    Semester Tuition:

    • Fall $310.00

    • Winter $225.00

    • Spring $265.00

    Rehearsals: Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    Performance Uniform:

    • Celtic Ensemble t-shirt (2026 pricing being confirmed)

    Additional Costs:

    • None

    Required Volunteer Hours

    • Volunteering encouraged

    *See billing schedule

  • Annual Tuition: $445 (or two payments of $222.50)
    Early Bird:     $25 credit on first invoice/payment of the season* (applies to annual tuition only) - Register by July 12 2026

    Semester Tuition:

    • Fall $200.00 (8 classes)

    • Winter $150.00 (6 classes)

    • Spring $150.00 (6 classes)

    Rehearsals: Tuesdays (biweekly) 7:00pm-9:00pm at Silver Harbour Seniors Activity Centre, N. Van

    Performance Uniform:
    None

    Additional Costs:
    None

    Required Volunteer Hours:
    None

    *See billing schedule

Billing Schedule:

Annual Tuition payments will be processed on:

  • August 1, 2026 (annual registrations)**

  • December 1, 2026 (if applicable - for two payments)

Semester Tuition payments will be processed at checkout

**Payments for registrations on and after August 1, 2025 will be processed at checkout, and on December 1 (if applicable)

Sibling Discount:

Families enrolling multiple students in Strings & Things, Junior, or Senior Ensemble are eligible for a $50 discount for each additional child. To have this credit applied to your account, please email: admin@celticensemble.ca

Tuition Increase:

Fees for the 2026/27 season have increased by ~2.5% to help cover rising operational costs, including venue rentals, insurance, and staffing. Tuition includes transaction fees. Please consider paying by debit to help reduce our transaction costs (select “preauthorized debit” when setting up a payment method”)

Bursary Support:

A needs-based bursary is available. Please visit our bursary page for more information

Registration Deadline:

Returning Senior and Junior Ensemble members, as well as newly accepted students, must register or confirm their intent to register by August 1, 2026 to secure their spot for the season.

Payment & Refund Policy:

Please visit our policies page for more information. 

Program Schedule (2026/27)

  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays 7:30pm-9:30pm, Saturdays 10am-12pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    • Rehearsals begin: Sept 12

    • Fall Retreat (Camp Capilano): Sept 25-27

    • Culture Days Performance: Oct 24 

    • Dress Rehearsals: Nov 14, 15, 21 (9:30am-3:00pm)

    • Winter Concert Series - Shadbolt Centre: Nov 22

    • Winter Concert Series - Centennial Theatre: Nov 28

    • Winter Break: Dec 16 - Jan 6

    • Winter Retreat (Loon Lake Lodge): Jan 22-24

    • Spring Break: March 14-29 (we often play for St Patricks Day - March 17)

    • West Coast Youth Fiddle Summit: May 6-8 (Nanaimo, BC)

    • Ceilidh at the Shipyards: June 12

    • Last rehearsal: June 16

    Expect a total of ~15 performances/year (theatre shows, festivals, community events, eldercare, winter concert series, WCYFS, etc)

  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:30pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    • Rehearsals begin: Sept 16

    Bowline Intensive: Oct 4

    • Culture Days Performance: Oct 24

    • Dress Rehearsal: Nov 21 (12pm-2:00pm)

    • Winter Concert Series - Shadbolt Centre: Nov 22

    • Winter Concert Series - Centennial Theatre: Nov 28

    • Winter Break: Dec 16 - Jan 6

    • Spring Break: March 14-29

    • West Coast Youth Fiddle Summit: May 6-8 (Nanaimo, BC)

    • School Tune: June (TBC)

    • Ceilidh at the Shipyards: June 12

    • Last rehearsal: June 16

    Expect a total of ~10-12 performances/year (community events, school & eldercare tours, winter concert series, WCYFS, etc)

  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    • Rehearsals begin: Sept 16

    • Culture Days Performance: Oct 24

    • Centennial Theatre Lobby Performance & Encore on Stage Nov 28

    • Winter Break: Dec 16 - Jan 6

    • Spring Break: March 14-29

    • Ceilidh at the Shipyards: June 12

    • Last rehearsal: June 16

    Additional performances may be scheduled throughout the season as opportunities arise

  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm at Highlands United Church, N. Van

    • Rehearsals begin: Sept 9

    • Winter Break: Dec 16 - Jan 6

    • Spring Break: March 14-29

    • Ceilidh at the Shipyards: June 12 (tbc)

    • Last rehearsal: June 16

    Performances announced throughout the season (performances are typically in the Winter/Spring terms)

  • Rehearsals: Tuesdays (biweekly) 7:00pm-9:00pm at Silver Harbour Seniors Activity Centre, N. Van

    Term 1 (Fall 2026)

    • September 15

    • September 29

    • October 13

    • Sat October 24 – Fiddles at the Quay

    • October 27

    • November 10

    • November 24

    • December 8

    • December 15 – Wrap-Up Jam

    Term 2 (Winter 2027)

    • January 5

    • January 19

    • February 2

    • February 16

    • March 2

    • March 16

    Term 3 (Spring 2027)

    • March 30

    • April 13

    • April 27

    • May 11

    • May 25

    • June 8

    All rehearsals are held on Tuesdays.