Following controversy at York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), which recently decided not to fly the pride flag for Pride Month in June, education minister Stephen Lecce has issued a memo saying “it is incumbent on all school boards” to ensure LGBTQ students feel supported.
“That includes celebrating Pride in a constructive, positive and meaningful ways [sic] to affirm that 2SLGBTQ+ students know that their educators and staff, school board administrators, and government stand with them,” he said.
Ministry spokesperson Grace Lee confirmed the memo was sent out to Ontario school boards on May 30. At the May 29 YCDSB meeting, trustees voted 6–4 against flying the flag. It is one instance of a growing push-back on Pride Month celebrations in schools. National walk-outs are being planned for June 1 and June 9….