Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois, a Member of the National Assembly for Quebec Solidaire, released a white paper highlighting the educational challenges faced by boys from disadvantaged backgrounds in Quebec. The report reveals significant achievement gaps between boys and girls, particularly in public schools, and aims to initiate a broader discussion on educational equity.

• 01The white paper titled 'Those We Leave Behind' focuses on boys' educational challenges in Quebec.
• 02Boys from disadvantaged backgrounds are disproportionately affected by the three-tiered school system.
• 03The dropout rate gap between boys and girls is three times higher in public schools compared to private schools.
• 04Access to CEGEP (Collège d'enseignement général et professionnel) is also significantly lower for boys in public schools.
• 05Nadeau-Dubois aims to foster a province-wide dialogue on educational disparities.

This report highlights significant educational disparities that could lead to increased dropout rates among boys, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, affecting their future opportunities.