Misinformation/Disinformation Learning Session Offered on May 27
May 19, 2026
The Chilliwack School District and BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner are offering an educational session on misinformation on Wednesday, May 27. The session called Misinformation: Can you STOP it? will address misinformation and human rights.
It takes place at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre (NLC) at Alumni Hall from 12:15 – 1:30pm. Students, staff, community partners and community members are invited to attend.
“Building media literacy and critical thinking skills helps students and staff recognize manipulation, ask thoughtful questions, and navigate online information in ways that support safety, inclusion, and respectful school communities,” said Christina Billingham, District IDEA coordinator.
This learning opportunity is connected to a recent awareness campaign on misinformation. The campaign raises awareness about the impacts of mis- and disinformation on society and what folks can do to address it. According to the campaign, when left unchecked, misinformation can fuel discrimination and hate crimes.
Find more information about the campaign.