LGBTQ issues can't be ignored in schools, say Calgary students and advocates

By Trevor Howell. LGBTQ students across Canada participated Monday in an interactive “think tank” event discussing the challenges they face at school every day — including homophobic bullying — and strategies to overcome those barriers.
The event was developed by the Canadian Safe School Network, which partnered with several agencies in Vancouver, Winnipeg, Annapolis Valley and Calgary, each forming a “think tank” composed of 14 to 18 students. More...