Toronto Raptors launch team-branded hijabs in effort to be more inclusive
The team’s parent company, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, unveiled the Nike Pro hijabs emblazoned with the team logo in a social media post on Friday. Continue reading
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Aspiring teachers denied employment as Montreal school boards apply religious symbols ban
By Anne Leclair Reporter
A francophone school board in Montreal (CSPI) admits to turning down two aspiring teachers, after they refused to remove their visible religious symbols. Continue reading
Local group seeks to bust myths about hijab with Regina bus ads
The ad features the slogan “My Choice. My Pride. My Strength” and symbolizes the courage of those who wear the hijab to stand up against social norms. Continue reading
Scott Thompson: Whether a bikini or burkini, is it progress or exploitation?
Halima Aden’s appearance in Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit edition in a hijab and burkini has generated a range of reactions, writes Scott Thompson. Continue reading
Laurier university students wearing hijabs questioned about what it is to dress ‘Canadian’
Saleh said the interaction lasted 10 minutes and was very one-sided with the woman questioning her and her friends whether it was Canadian to be wearing black clothing and hijabs. Continue reading
Trump defends Jeanine Pirro after comments on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s hijab
Pirro suggested last week that Omar’s use of a hijab was unconstitutional. Fox did not air her show last Saturday but has not explained why. Continue reading
Supreme Court of Canada won’t hear appeal from Quebec judge over hijab disciplinary probe
The Supreme Court of Canada says it won’t hear the case of a Quebec judge who tried to oblige a woman to remove her hijab in court. Continue reading
Edmonton’s Afflatus Hijab fashion line to hit New York runway
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
The Edmonton designer behind the Afflatus Hijab fashion line is showcasing her work on a New York runway. Wedad Amiri created her company after she says she couldn’t find clothing that was stylish, affordable and modest. Continue reading
Police release detailed description of man who allegedly confronted Whitby woman over her hijab
Police said a 31-year-old woman was walking to her parked car when a man started shouting obscenities at her and told her to remove her hijab. Continue reading
Whitby woman speaks out after allegedly being confronted over her hijab
A 31-year-old woman says she was called a ‘terrorist’ by a stranger on Tuesday. Continue reading