Asian Heritage Month has been proudly recognized by the TDSB every May since 2007. The Province of Ontario celebrates it with the Asian Heritage Act in 2005, and it has been officially designated across Canada since May 2002.
This year’s Asian Heritage Month theme, Asian Canadians Up and Rising, celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of Asian Canadian communities. It recognizes individuals and groups who have contributed to shaping Canada’s past and present, while also highlighting emerging voices and future leaders.
For students and staff in the TDSB community, this theme serves as an opportunity to explore stories of perseverance and embrace the unique identities that contribute to both the school community and to the diverse Asian diaspora in Canada. By learning about and celebrating these diverse perspectives, schools can promote inclusivity, equity, and a deeper appreciation for Asian Canadians.
The TDSB is the largest and one of the most diverse school boards in Canada. Nearly one-quarter of students were born outside of Canada, and collectively, we speak more than 120 languages. According to the 2023 Student Census, 46% of TDSB students self-identified as Asian.
This May, the Asian Heritage Month Volunteer Planning Committee has assembled various educational opportunities that include an author reading, learning traditional dance moves, and compiling resources for students, staff, and TDSB community to learn about the Asian heritage.
All students and staff have also been invited to share a favourite Asian Canadian Memory for a compilation video that will be posted later. Finally, all TDSB students were encouraged to participate in the Asian Heritage Month Poster Contest, and the selected images will be shared shortly.
Students, staff, and community members are invited to the Asian Heritage Month Virtual Launch Celebration! This event will feature speakers, student performances, and further learning about this vibrant heritage:
Asian Heritage Month Virtual Launch Celebration
Thursday, May 8, 2025
1 to 2 p.m.
Click here to access the live stream!
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