Discusses forces which have helped shape lives of minority groups across Canada. Describes education for a multicultural society and what educational institutions can do in conjunction with community to make education a positive force such as pre- and in-service training of those who work with parents and children and creation of a positive…

Describes the experiences of an itinerant ESL/D resource teacher from the Peel Board (Canada) who has covered, over several years, a large number of K-8 and K-13 schools. Discusses problems encountered and offers guidelines for helping minority group students and establishing good relationships with school staffs. (MES)

Research Studies reveal that the development of native language proficiency and full bilingualism enhances rather than impedes the education and personal development of minority children. Teachers of language and all subjects should cooperate in promoting native language proficiency and encouraging its use at home. (PMJ)

A comprehensive evaluative report on educational policies and instructional programs for non-English-speaking minority immigrant children in Ontario is discussed. Sixteen recommendations are made encouraging federal, provincial, and local support of multi-ethnic educational programs. (PMJ)

Outlines an orientation program for immigrant children in the Scarborourgh School System in Ontario, Canada. The program is designed to provide these students with a systematic introduction to schooling during the period of transition to the new culture. (CFM)