Three photos of the pride flag flying on the flagpole with the Canada flag at TCDSB schools, and one photo of a pride art installation at Monsignor Percy Johnson with a message of support for LGBTQ2S+ students.

2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion

2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion

2SLGBTQ+ inclusion is one of the three braided strands in the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) 2023-2026 Equity Action Plan.

With our belief in the worth and dignity of every person, we demonstrate living out the Gospel values of love, inclusion, compassion, and care for all. As affirmed by Scripture, human beings are created in the image and likeness of God, each with inimitable characteristics deserving of dignity. As such, the TCDSB endeavours to create welcoming and safe learning environments, with appropriate resources, which support and recognize the uniqueness of individuals and the broader Catholic community.

Our 2SLGBTQ+ Community Strategy includes the following areas of focus:

  1. Anti-oppression professional learning for staff: We will continue to provide professional learning regarding anti-oppression (AO), discrimination and bias, as well as how to support 2SLGBTQ+ staff and students.

  2. Representation in schools and curriculum: Throughout K-12, we will continue to ensure that the curriculum meaningfully includes 2SLGBTQ+ experiences.

  3. Safety, mental health and wellbeing of students who identify as 2SLGBTQ+: We will provide a safe and mentally healthy school climate that supports students.

2SLGBTQ+ Community Strategy 1. Anti-oppression professional learning for staff. 2. Representation in schools and curriculum. 3. Safety, mental health and wellbeing of students who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Why 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion? Because TCDSB C.A.R.E.S.

The following are five core reasons for 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion at the Toronto Catholic District School Board:

Catholic, Aligned with Curriculum, Rights, Equity Action Plan, Student Mental Health & Wellbeing

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