Author Archives: teachtoronto

After six years and four tries, Toby’s Act was passed today.  The legislation amends the Ontario Human Rights Code to explicitly recognize both gender identity and gender expression. Introduced by the NDP Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Cheri DiNovo, Toby’s … Continue reading →

May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, also known as IDAHOT.  IDAHOT was started in 2005 and is organized by a Paris-based committee led by French academic and activist Louis-Georges Tin.  May 17 was chosen in commemoration … Continue reading →

May 7-13, 2012 is Mental Health Week! The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week takes place annually in the beginning of May.  This week is recognized nationally as an opportunity to open up discussions around mental health and “to … Continue reading →

Last month psychiatrist Robert Spitzer publicly retracted his 2001 study on the success of ex-gay therapy.  The controversial study claimed that “highly motivated gay and lesbian people could change their sexual orientation”.  In his retraction Spitzer admitted that early critiques of … Continue reading →

Here’s a chance to have your say…and be entered in a draw for a $100 VISA giftcard….. T.E.A.C.H. is a program of Planned Parenthood Toronto.  Planned Parenthood Toronto is currently doing a satisfaction survey of the youth we serve to … Continue reading →

April 15-21 is National Volunteer Week!  National Volunteer Week celebrates and recognizes the essential contributions of volunteers across Canada.  Find more info about NVW 2012 here:  http://nationalvolunteerweek.ca/ Volunteers are a HUGE part of T.E.A.C.H. , so much so that T.E.A.C.H. … Continue reading →

Today is the International Day of Pink! April 11, 2012 marks this year’s Day of Pink, an international day against bullying, discrimination, homophobia and transphobia in schools and communities.  According to the Toronto District School Board, “Day of Pink is … Continue reading →

T.E.A.C.H. staff and volunteers were among guests invited to an advance screening of “Bully”, a documentary about bullying in schools which was released in theatres this past Friday.  “Bully” follows the real life experiences of several children and youth as … Continue reading →

In February I had the opportunity to attend the launch of Through Our Roots, a new organization founded and run by youth in Toronto working to create a dialogue for children and youth from LGBTQ families.  The launch event was … Continue reading →