Resolution number
2
Whereas
- Provincial Ministries of Education have existing commitments to address stereotypes through anti-bullying and anti-racism principles of awareness, empathy, engagement, cultural sensitivity and empowerment;
- Extensive efforts have been made to develop curriculum modifications to address the needs of newcomer students;
- Schools are central to inculcating citizenship values among all Canadian youth;
Therefore be it resolved
That the CCR promote the expansion of core curriculum strategies and resources for the entire student population to address the lived experiences and continuing realities of immigrants and refugees in our modern multicultural Canadian society through collaborative engagement between provincial ministries of education, settlement agencies and other relevant partners and stakeholders.
Working Group
Immigration and Settlement