Faust,
In my opinion as an educator for over 12 years (10 of which where in Calgary) the best tutors are usually working independently. The locations that are "tutoring centres" pay significantly less to the actual tutor so you end up with sub par tutors.
In Chemistry and Physics I know a number of teachers currently working in Calgary in those positions. If you would like me to put you in contact with them, one of which I know tutors at night, I would be more than happy. Simply PM me and I can pass you there contact information.
This being said, many of the younger year tutoring centres have strong program bases so the product is excellent. Especially for early year math and science. However, at the high school level finding a strong independent tutor would be my suggestion.
Also avoid the diploma prep courses that pop up. Many of these are cash grabs and even misinformed. Far better to talk to your school or contact an independent tutor with experience in the area.
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