How long did student stay at the residential school in BC?

Students in BC's residential schools stayed for varying lengths of time, depending on factors such as their age upon entry, the specific school's policies, and government regulations. There wasn't a standard length of stay. However, it's important to note that many children spent the majority of their childhood and adolescence – sometimes their entire childhood – at these institutions. Some were taken at a very young age and remained until they were considered old enough (often arbitrarily defined) to be released, usually around 16 or 18 years old, but sometimes later.