Mission Statement

Revised Jan 15,2008The Triangle Program is Canada’s only high school program for LGBTQ youth.  It is a safer space,free from homophobia,transphobia and heterosexism where LGBTQ youth can be themselves,be respected,and valued for who they are.  It is a program where all will be respected and treated equally regardless of gender,race,ethnicity,religion,class,ability,gender identity or sexual orientation.  Racist,sexist,homophobic and other oppressive behaviour,language and/or symbols are not tolerated.  The Triangle Program is a classroom that supports students to develop or rediscover the skills necessary to successfully transition back mainstream secondary school programs,post-secondary education,or to the workplace.  It is a supportive environment where conflicts and differences get dealt with quickly in a mature and responsible manner.We Value:

• A safer,social justice,community-focused,and equity-based high school program for students who have left school,or are thinking of leaving school,because of the homophobia,the transphobia,and the heterosexism that exists in the school system.
• A program designed to assist students in developing both the academic and life skills necessary to move on to another high school program,a post-secondary program,or to the workforce.
• A student-centred program,with a teaching and support staff that work together to assist students in developing their potential.
• A program that features curriculum about our LGBTQ – lesbian,gay,bisexual,trans-identified,inter-sexed,two-spirited and questioning/sexual minority  – literature,history,and lives.
• A process of community and community input.  We modify our Program’s policies and practices through reflective approaches to teaching – communication with staff,students,parents/guardians,and our school council.