The Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) is committed to ensuring that our Catholic schools are Christ-centered communities where the dignity of each student is honoured.
An Anti-Racism Committee (ARC) supports the implementation of the recommendations developed by the Anti-Racism Education Committee (AREC) and reports to the Board of Trustees on the progress of the implementation. We are committed to listening and learning and collaborating with those who have and continue to experience racism.
Parents/Guardians
Parents/guardians with children in Kindergarten to Grade 11 in the HWCDSB who identify as Indigenous, are invited to indicate their interest in participating on the HWCDSB ARC for a term of two years.
In support of this vision, we recognize that our parent/guardian community are critical partners in advancing this system priority. By considering the opportunity to join the Anti-Racism Committee, you will hold an important role in providing advice, and supporting and monitoring the implementation of the recommendations as found in the Anti-Racism Education Committee (AREC) Report: Recommendations to Promote and Strengthen Anti-Racism Education in the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board. We are committed to listening and learning with those who have lived experiences. As we recognize that parent/guardian voices and experiences are impactful in creating a positive difference within our school communities.
Selection Process: The parent/guardian will be selected using a lottery process.
• Application Deadline: Applications will be received until 4:00 p.m. on October 27, 2025.
• Notification: Selected parent/guardian will be notified by November 3, 2025.
Committee Details
• Authority: AREC Report: Recommendations to Promote and Strengthen Anti-Racism Education in the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board, October 5, 2021
• Reports to: HWCDSB Board of Trustees (Committee of the Whole)
• Composition: Nine representatives, including three Trustees, three parents/guardians (plus one alternate), and three students (plus one alternate)
• Meetings: Mondays, three times a year from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., with ad hoc meetings as necessary. Meetings will be Hybrid.
o First meeting: Monday, November 24, 2025
o Second meeting: Monday, February 23, 2025
o Third meeting: Monday, May 25, 2026
How to Apply
To express your interest, please click here to complete the application form by 4:00 p.m. on October 27, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. G. Floris, Secretary to the Superintendent of Education Mrs. T. Kovach, at [email protected]
