Registration Policies

For Visual Arts, Media Arts, Theatre & Early Childhood Education

  • Registration for Fall, Winter and Spring Sessions open at once.
  • To avoid disappointment you may register for Fall, Winter, Spring at the same time.
  • Registration is on a first come, first served basis for new and returning students.
  • A registration form must be submitted for each student whether new or returning.
  • Students must be registered in the correct age category.
  • Tuition Fees are quoted per session. All supplies are included.
  • Fees must be paid in full upon registration

Class Transfer Policy

All requests for a class transfer must be made in writing or emailed to info@artsumbrella.com, and will be accepted up to 48 hours after the second class. Transfers will be made only if space is available. A $25 administration fee will apply.

Withdrawal / Cancellation Policy

All requests for withdrawal or cancellation must be in writing. You may drop off, fax to (604) 681-5272 or email to info@artsumbrella.com . Refunds will be issued if withdrawal is requested 2 weeks prior to the start of the session. A $25 administrative fee will apply. If a request is received less than 2 weeks prior to the start date and up to 48 hours after the second class a $25 administration fee will apply and a pro-rated credit will be issued for use within one year. Beyond this time, no refund nor credit will be issued. A pro-rated refund, less a $25 administration fee, will be issued when a withdrawal request is accompanied by a physician's note.

Parent Pick Up Policy

Arts Umbrella is not responsible for students before or after class time. If a parent/guardian is late in picking up a child from a class, a late pick-up fee of $10 will be charged. Repeated lateness may lead to a discharge from the class with no refund.

Dance Registration and Withdrawal Policy

Please see the Dance Policies page.

Summer Camp Registration and Withdrawal Policy

Please see the Summer Programs page.

Class Cancellation Policy

Arts Umbrella reserves the right to cancel a class due to low registration. The decision to cancel a class will be made approximately one week before the class is due to begin. Register early to avoid disappointment.