An email the superintendent of education for Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools (GSCS) sent to his elementary school principals has sparked outrage.
Tom Hickey directed the principals to keep students away from the Rainbow Tent at this year’s Nutrien Children’s Festival of Saskatchewan. Advocates say the directive sends a regressive message.
The Rainbow Tent will offer programming “from Drag Queen Storytime to inclusive dress up performances filled with colour and fun,” according to the festival’s website.
Hickey wrote to principals that “engagement and participation by our students in that particular offering would not be supported” because of the description on the festival website.
“Please be assured that GSCS schools are still welcome to attend
