The TDSB is proud to recognize important days of significance throughout the school year including a number of heritage and history months. TDSB Committees, made up of community members, Trustees, and staff are in place for many of these to plan activities that celebrate the month and our diverse TDSB community.
June Heritage Month:
- National Indigenous History Month: National Indigenous History Month in Canada
- Italian Heritage Month: Italian Heritage Month Resources
- Portuguese-Speaking Heritage Month: Portuguese-Speaking Heritage Month Information
Days of Significance:
- Sunday, June 18th: Father’s Day—Old Farmer’s Almanac
- Sunday, June 18th: International Day to Counter Hate Speech—United Nations
- Monday, June 19th: Juneteenth—Government of the United States
- Tuesday, June 20th: World Refugee Day—United Nations
- Wednesday, June 21st: Litha—Wicca/Pagan
- Wednesday, June 21st: National Indigenous Peoples Day—Canada First Nations, Métis, Inuit
- Wednesday, June 21st: World Humanist Day—International Humanist and Ethical Union
- Friday, June 23rd: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism—Government of Canada
If students, staff, or families wish to share additional resources, personal narratives, or upcoming events, please don’t hesitate to email Faith and Adeeba at AllenbyDEI.