Dos and Don’ts for your CAO 2026 applications

Dos and Don’ts for your CAO 2026 applications

Don't delay if you're applying to the CAO for college courses starting next September; you must register with CAO before 5pm on February 1.

With the February 1 deadline fast approaching, now is a great time to consider the essential dos and don’ts of the CAO application process for 2026.

Do: Read the CAO handbook in its entirety before you start the process.

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