Co-presented by the Ontario Principals’ Council and Diverse City Strategies 

School board employees from under-represented identity groups face regular and constant pressures that are different from those of dominant identity staff. Increased stress, emotional strain and burnout are often the result of facing daily microaggressions, increased expectations and growing resistance to anti-oppressive education.  

This year’s summit is focussed on building community and developing practices through facilitated conversations with the goals of promoting wellness, strengthening resilience and sharing and identifying specific strategies to support employees from under-represented identities. 

Registration 

Registration option 1 includes access to the sessions, meals and hotel accommodation for one night.

Registration option 2 includes access to the sessions and meals. 

Please ensure to login into your OPC account to access the member pricing. 

Group discounts are available for 5 or more people, if interested, please contact equity@principals.ca 

Option 1 

Registration with Hotel 
Option 2

Registration without Hotel        

Registration Fees
 OPC Member/AssociateNon-Member
Option 1 (Including Hotel Room) $550 + HST  $1050 + HST
Option 2 (Excluding Hotel Room) $350 + HST 

$850 + HST

*Early Bird Discount $50 until October 25*

 Cancellations and Refunds
Cancellations received by October 16, 2026 are eligible for a full refund less a $40 administrative fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after October 16, 2026. All changes or cancellations must be made in writing to equity@principals.ca.
Event Accessibility

The OPC is committed to full compliance with the AODA, including Regulation 191/11, the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Our Accessibility Policy is available here. Please include your accommodation needs via the event registration form.

Speakers and Keynote Topics 

You Must Be an Equity Hire

Dr. Susie Lee-Fernandes (she/her), Director of Professional Learning at the OPC and Irfan Toor (he/him), Social Justice and Anti-Oppression Advisor for the OPC, share reflections on their journey through the education system: what were some of the challenges, how were they uplifted and by whom and the importance of intentional mentorship and sponsorship. 

Facilitated Discussions: 

  • Your State of Being 

  • A Focus on Affinity 

  • Mentorship and Sponsorship 

  • Wishes and Dreams 

Session conversations will be facilitated by school and system administrators and educators from different regions. 

Location and Hotel Accommodation

Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Airport West

5444 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 2L2

Hotel accommodation for one night is included in the registration fee.

Schedule

Thursday, November 12
TimeDetails
2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Registration and hotel check-in
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Welcome and Keynote
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Dinner
Friday, November 13
TimeDetails
8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Facilitated Discussion (TBA)
10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Facilitated Discussion (TBA)
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Facilitated Discussions (TBA)
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Debrief and wrap-up

 

Questions

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Please send any questions about this event to equity@principals.ca.

The OPC is committed to full compliance with the AODA, including Regulation 191/11, the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Our Accessibility Policy is available here. Please include your accommodation needs via the event registration form.