Some rough numbers from a recent Catholic high school graduation ceremony in our area.

  • Region population: 142,000
  • Visible minorities: 18,000
  • Graduating class size: 380
  • Number of non-white/male students missing the "honour" level (>80% average): 30
  • Number of white/male students missing the "honour" level: 80
  • Number of non-white/male students earning an award in excess of "honour" level: >100
  • Number of white/male students earning an award in excess of "honour" level: 15
  • Number of racial groups specifically rewarded for graduating: 1 ("As an Indigenous graduate, [...] receives his eagle feather. The eagle is the strongest and bravest of all the birds, and to receive this feather is a great honour. It is our sincere hope that this feather brings you success and strength as you go forward in your future endeavors. This gift of achievement is presented by Miss [...]")
  • Number of un-Catholic religion awards issued by the Catholic school: 1 (Islamic)