The Importance of Teaching the History of Residential Schools in Elementary School
By Natasha Cooper Just like Math, English and Science, History is a very important subject for students of all ages to learn. For generations of Canadians, we have learned about […]
How to be an Ally to Indigenous People
By Avreet Jagdev What is Allyship? Allyship is a word which means building relationships with marginalized communities to help support and advocate for them. Marginalized groups are those that may […]
How the Arts Help Emotional Expression and Mental Health in Youth
Engaging in the arts can help youth express and navigate their emotions, as well as help with their mental health. According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, 70 per […]
The Significance of Land Acknowledgments
By Avreet Jagdev Over the years, there has been a larger focus on land acknowledgements across Canada. What are land acknowledgements, and why are they so important? Land acknowledgements are […]
Degrassi: The Next Generation Marks 20 Years of “Pride”
Many Canadians have likely heard of the iconic youth drama series Degrassi. Beginning as The Kids of Degrassi Street in 1978, Degrassi transitioned into telling the stories of high school teens. […]
Transphobia in Canada: A look into the issue, and what must be done.
By Avreet Jagdev Transphobia is a term that refers to discrimination against transgender and gender-queer people. At the core, it is rooted in a rejection of transgender identity, and refusing […]
