Vancouver woman finds racist graffiti on mother’s memorial bench
“My father visits the bench daily. It breaks my heart that he has to see this.” Continue reading
Uighur exile in Canada fears for family, friends in China amid COVID-19
A Uighur woman living in Canada says she believes her husband has been taken to a detention camp in China, where she fears COVID-19 may be spreading. Continue reading
With COVID-19 in Iran reaching Canada, expert warns outbreak will only escalate
The outbreak of coronavirus cases in Iran are connected to U.S. sanctions and the regime’s apparent lack of transparency and competence, an Iranian-American commentator says. Continue reading
Iranian-Canadians concerned for family after Iranian government shuts down internet
On Saturday the Iranian government enforced an internet blackout unprecedented in its length and scope. Continue reading
Photo of Rio Grande drowning evokes painful memories for aunt of Syrian refugee Alan Kurdi
WARNING: This post contains content some viewers may find disturbing. Discretion is advised. Continue reading
Social egg freezing on the rise as more women embrace single parenthood
Dr. Niamh Tallon, a fertility specialist at Olive Fertility, said a majority of women freezing their eggs at her clinic do so “primarily not related to career,” but because they haven’t found a partner. Continue reading
Catholic parish accused of denying venue rental for White Rock Pride Society fundraiser
The proceeds from the fundraiser will go to the Alexandra Neighbourhood House, which operates programs for LGBTQ seniors and youth in South Surrey. Continue reading
B.C. family calls for change after SPCA put down puppy against their wishes
The Azizis are now calling for changes to the SPCA’s euthanasia policies when dealing with animals at risk of being put down due to behavioural issues. Continue reading
Puppy disfigured by acid in Iran gets new lease on life in Canada
At just seven-months-old the little pup has seen the worst and best of humanity. Continue reading
After puppy ingests pot while out on a walk, vet warns it’s ‘like catnip for dogs’
As a former SPCA manager who now works with the City of Surrey bylaws department, River’s owner saw the warning signs and immediately rushed him to their veterinarian. Continue reading
Quadriplegic woman with newborn pleads with Immigration Canada for temporary visa for fiancé
An Edmonton woman desperately wants to reunite her family. She gave birth to a baby boy June 5 but her fiance can’t be with them because Immigration Canada has denied him a temporary resident’s visa. Continue reading
Iran’s protests might just make the hardliners stronger: UBC academic
But without a clear leader to rally around, the demonstrations, which have led to dozens of deaths and at least 1,000 arrests, could help to strengthen the position of conservative hardliners in Iran’s government, a UBC academic told Global News. Continue reading
Iranian-Canadians drive to U.S. for only option to vote in Iran election
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani defeated hardliner challenger Ebrahim Raisi, securing a decisive re-election for a second term. Continue reading
Fifth body recovered in snow slide near Lions Bay, B.C.
Rescue crews have recovered the bodies of five snowshoers who fell 500 metres to their deaths in the mountains near Lions Bay, B.C. Continue reading
Vancouver’s disabled drivers fight for ‘basic right’ to wheelchair accessible parking in condos
When 35-year-old Yasaman Best drives back home from work, she crosses her fingers in the hopes that there will be a disabled parking spot available in her visitor parking when she arrives. Continue reading