With Canadians spending increased time on social media platforms, cyberbullying has skyrocketed with 71% of young Canadians reporting seeing online hate content. Criminal and civil laws offer ways to deal with it.Cyberbullying on social media has become a major problem in the 21st century. … [Read more...]
Student Charter Rights in the Wake of Bill 27
Saskatchewan passed a law requiring students under 16 years to have parental consent before using a new gender-related preferred name or gender identity at school. Alberta is following suit but how does the Charter come into play?The Canadian Charter of Rights and FreedomsThe Canadian … [Read more...]
Provincial Directives for Colleges and Universities: Government overreach?
It looks good on paper: protect student mental health, fight against racism, and ensure that costs are transparent. But is it overreach?Bill 166 ExplainedIn May of 2024, the Ontario government amended its Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act with Bill 166 (the Strengthening … [Read more...]
Bullying of 2SLGBTQIA+ Students: The impacts and what educators can do about it
2SLGBTQIA+ students are at a higher risk of experiencing bullying and mental health concerns, but educators can take proactive and preventative steps to create inclusive learning environments.Students of all ages have first-hand experiences with bullying and harassment in schools. Their … [Read more...]
Racial Bullying in Schools
Studies show a majority of students have witnessed or experienced racism at school, with implications for both students and teachers.A majority of students in Canada have either witnessed or experienced racism at their schools, according to a 2021 survey by the Angus Reid Institute in … [Read more...]
Canada Follows Other Countries and Bans Conversion Therapy
After two failed attempts, Canada passed legislation on December 8, 2021, banning conversion therapy and safeguarding the rights of LGBTQ2 individuals.After two failed attempts, Canada passed legislation, on December 8, 2021, banning conversion therapy. By doing so, Canada joins many countries … [Read more...]
I’m Turning 18, Now What: Family matters
Wondering about family issues, like searching for biological parents, living with someone, getting married and more?In Alberta, turning 18 means you are now an adult. You can make decisions for yourself. But you might also still feel like a kid. Chances are you are trying to figure out what your … [Read more...]
I’m Turning 18, Now What: Being an employee
Whether you already have a job or are looking for your first, you should know your rights as an employee.Employment is a contract between the employer and the employee. Each party agrees to do certain things. At its most basic, your employer agrees to pay you for the work you do.The employment … [Read more...]
I’m Turning 18, Now What: Planning for the Unexpected
Making plans in case something happens to you unexpectedly or you die is not just for older adults.You're turning 18. It's time to celebrate! But it's also time to face the responsibilities of adulthood. And one of those responsibilities is planning for the unexpected.Maybe you’ve heard your … [Read more...]
I’m Turning 18, Now What?
Being an adult might mean freedom. But it also means taking responsibility for your actions.You can hardly wait. You are just a few days (weeks?! months?!) away from turning 18. Freedom! You are dreaming of all the things you can legally do:Basically, anything you want without your parent’s … [Read more...]
