The Calgary Catholic School District (CSSD) operates the publicly-funded Catholic school system in Calgary, Alberta. Like the public board, CSSD receives government funding and is governed by elected trustees, but it integrates Catholic faith and values throughout its curriculum. The district serves approximately 60,000 students across over 110 schools. In Canada, separate school boards for Catholic education are constitutionally protected in some provinces, including Alberta. Families can choose between public and Catholic education based on their preferences, with both systems meeting provincial curriculum standards.