P4D About Town Join us at Octopus Books on July 28 at 6:00 PM for a special author reading event to kick off our Emancipation Day online fundraiser! 🎉📚Enjoy refreshments, book giveaways, and a chance to meet children's book author Keisha Cuffie as she reads from her inspiring books D is for Dazzling and Time […]
What To Expect 🗓️ Mark your calendars! On August 1st, join us for a special online fundraiser celebrating Emancipation Day. 🎉 Your support will help us continue advocating for education free from discrimination for Black and racialized families. Stay tuned for more details!
What to Expect Learn who’s who, how to escalate concerns, key dates, and essential self-advocacy skills. Empower yourself with the knowledge to effectively support your child’s education. Don’t miss this opportunity to navigate the school year with confidence! Join us online for this FREE event brought to you by Parent Resource Centre in partnership with Parents For […]
OCDSB Family Conference This year’s theme is Supporting Education Through Change, focusing on strengthening our school community's resilience and fostering meaningful connections. How to Actively Engage in Your Child’s Learning and Why It Matters(English with Somali Interpretation)Parents For DiversityDiscover effective strategies to participate in your child's educational journey and understand the profound impact it has on […]
Individualized Education Plans Join us for an informative workshop on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in Ontario, where you'll discover the ins and outs of the IEP process and how to effectively advocate for your child's unique needs. Connect with other parents and learn about the valuable supports available through your school board, empowering you to […]
Join us for the Uthabiti Dialogues on Resilience and Justice—a virtual event dedicated to reimagining anti-racist education in Québec. This is more than just a discussion. It's a powerful gathering featuring experts like: Together, they’ll explore the history, current challenges, and forward-thinking solutions for creating an inclusive and equitable education system for all. Let’s work toward […]
Come join P4D on Sunday, April 6, 2025 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM for a bit of fun for the kids and relaxation for parents. We'll be reading a couple of children's books, giving away bookmarks, playing together and making new friends! Grab a coffee and some bagels for the family on sale at the Bagel Shop. […]
Individualized Education Plans- How do they work? What is your role as a parent? Join us for the second interactive workshop on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in Ontario, where you'll discover the ins and outs of the IEP process and how to effectively advocate for your child's unique needs. Connect with other parents and learn […]
Join two of our star volunteers, Chantel Smith and Sharan Samagh at the OCSB's Black Employee Network Conference as they tackle this year's theme: Affirming Black Voices through Opening Doors, Building Bridges, and Nourishing New Beginnings to Foster Collective Strength. They will be facilitating a workshop titled Fostering Black Student Agency and Excellence in the […]
Join us at Charles H. Hulse Public School for an informative session on how these personalized plans can benefit students with diverse learning needs. Learn about the process of creating, implementing, and monitoring these plans to ensure each student receives the support they need to succeed. We'll address: Bring your own questions to ask our panel of […]
Join us for the kick off event of the 10th Anniversary year for P4D focused on Allyship. We’ll explore how the need for effective allies helped launch P4D and how to play that role in our communities & schools.The day will feature keynote speaker, participatory workshops, a community market and free lunch! Childminding is available, […]
Black Mental Health Week: This year we explore two important topics that impact families in our communities. We invite you to help us break the silence surrounding substance-use, suicide, and mental health. We encourage everyone to learn more about how these issues impact individuals and their families, look for signs that someone needs help and […]
