Anti-racism

• Calgary doctors say Canadian Medical Association apology a ‘start’

  The Canadian Medical Association issued a formal apology to Indigenous peoples for systemic discrimination and racism embedded within the healthcare system.

  Canada

  Sep 18
  
• Ottawa to invest over $110M in new anti-racism strategy

  Minister Kamal Khera said at a press conference Saturday the federal government's new anti-racism strategy will change the lives of "thousands" of Canadians.

  Canada

  Jun 8
  
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• B.C. introduces legislation targeting systemic racism in government, public service

  The legislation applies to public services like hospitals, schools and courts, aiming to eliminate policies that discriminate against Indigenous and racialized people.

  Crime

  Apr 11
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• Former pro basketball player hosts anti-racism tournament in Halifax

  Chris Johnson, a former NCAA athlete and professional basketball player, launched his third anti-racism basketball tournament in Halifax this weekend, attracting hundreds of youth.

  Canada

  Aug 20, 2023
• Anti-racism trainer accused of denigrating Toronto principal who died by suicide welcomes review

  An anti-racism trainer accused of denigrating a Toronto principal who later died by suicide says she welcomes the Ontario education minister's review.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2023
• London receiving $500K from Ontario to fight hate, racism

  The province says the $500,000 for London will go toward a print and digital public education campaign and an online library of resources.

  Canada

  Jun 1, 2023
• B.C. lays out roadmap for anti-racism research into government services

  The British Columbia government has released 12 priorities for anti-racism research in its first update since the Anti-Racism Data Act came into effect last June.

  Politics

  May 29, 2023
• Penticton, B.C. hosts ‘Confronting the White Elephant’ anti-racism forum

  The event, Confronting the White Elephant Exploring Anti-Racism, was hosted by South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services.

  Canada

  May 12, 2023
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• Province, community organizations launch anti-racism campaign aimed at Manitoba sports

  A campaign to fight racism and other forms of discrimination in sports has been launched by Manitoba, Immigration Partnership Winnipeg, and two dozen community organizations.

  Politics

  Apr 6, 2023
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• Canada appoints first-ever special advisor on tackling Islamophobia

  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed Amira Elghawaby as Canada's first special representative on combating Islamophobia.

  Canada

  Jan 26, 2023