Month: June 2021

June is  National Indigenous History Month which celebrates the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.  The York Catholic District School Board is committed to teaching students about the rich and diverse histories of Canada’s First Nations Peoples. Recently, it announced Grade 11 students will take the Understanding Contemporary … Continue reading “June is National Indigenous History Month”

The York Catholic District School Board is proud to recognize June as Italian Heritage Month. The month recognizes the contributions that Italian-Canadians have made to the country.  Canada is home to more than 1.5 million Canadians of Italian descent, which makes it one of the largest Italian migration groups in the world.  On October 7, … Continue reading “June is Italian Heritage Month”

June is the month traditionally devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which for Catholics is a sign and symbol of God’s boundless and passionate love for all humanity. This month, and each and every month, our Catholic schools are committed to nurturing safe and inclusive learning environments where every student and every member of … Continue reading “June is Pride Month”