What is the Holocaust?
The Holocaust was unprecedented genocide, total and systematic, perpetrated by Nazi Germany and its collaborators, with the aim of annihilating the Jewish people.” – Yad Vashem
Why Teach the Holocaust?
The Holocaust calls into question our most basic assumptions about human nature, modern society, social responsibility, and global citizenship. The study of the Holocaust assists students in developing an understanding of the ramifications of prejudice, racism and stereotyping in any society. It helps students develop an awareness of the value of pluralism, and encourages tolerance of diversity in a multicultural society.
CHES in the News
Holocaust stories echo perils of current refugee crisis
When Holocaust survivor Vera Gara, told students at Cairine Wilson Secondary School it was important to help the Syrian refugees now on their way to Canada, her words carried more weight than any politician’s. Read the full story.