Toronto Catholic District School Board

Welcome to the

Department of Religious Education

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"A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love." -St. Basil the Great

As an intellectual investigation into an important dimension of human experience, the examination of religion and philosophy is intrinsically valuable. It creates a fundamental resource for reflection on the meaning of life and interpersonal development. It also contributes to preparing students for a wide range of careers, such as law, medicine, social work, teaching, local to international politics, and leadership within religious organizations.

The study of religion and theology is distinguished by the uniqueness of its subject matter and the diversity of its methods. Its subject matter is global: the scriptures, institutions, teachings, rituals, devotions and moral injunctions of all the world’s religious traditions. Furthermore, it addresses this subject matter with the full range of investigative tools made available by the various disciplines utilizing historical, scientific and philosophical methods. As such, religious studies are inherently both cross-cultural and interdisciplinary. St. Basil the Great College is proud to provide the best that religious and philosophical inquiry has to offer.

Courses We Offer

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Religious Education: Discipleship & Culture - Open	HRE1O1
Religious Education: Christ & Culture - Open		HRE2O1
World Religions & Belief Traditions: Perspectives, Issues, and Challenges - University/College			HRT3M1
World Religions & Belief Traditions in Daily Life - Open			HRF3O1
Religious Education: Church & Culture - University/College				HRE4M1
Religious Education: Church & Culture - Open				HRE4O1
Philosophy: The Big Questions - University/College			HZB3M1
Philosophy: Questions & Theories - University				HZT4U1