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Elle Noir strives to create space at Halifax Pride for marginalized groups to find their voice
Marginalized groups within the LGBTQ2 community say they are still fighting for space, representation and the opportunity to be heard. Continue reading
Inclusion
Creating diversity and inclusion with all-gender washrooms
“A binary system does make it very complex in terms of washroom needs when a person doesn’t fit in that standard mold.” Continue reading
The lack of diversity in Canadian media is ‘hard to ignore’ — and the numbers prove it
Women of colour and Indigenous women are severely underrepresented, both on and behind the screen. Continue reading
New Dalhousie convocation staff recognizes diverse cultures, ethnic groups
“I think what this creates is a sense of awareness,” said Wendie Poitras, an African Nova Scotian artist and educator. Continue reading
Winnipeg board game café hosts game night to promote inclusion
By Marek Tkach Reporter
Across the Board Game Café is holding an event on Monday night called Playing For Peace. Continue reading
March of Dimes Canada to host conference on accessibility, inclusion in London
The event will feature sessions on adaptive cooking, travel and driving, accessible housing and care-giving solutions. Continue reading
AIM program provides support for those with Down syndrome and their families
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
AIM is a provincial, non-profit organization that helps individuals up to 22 years old with Down syndrome unlock their full potential. Continue reading
New Brunswick startup helping to make companies more diverse
The debate about race, feminism and equality are hot topics around the world and a New Brunswick based startup is assisting Canadian companies become more diverse and inclusive. Continue reading
Coun. Paul Van Meerbergen’s comments on workplace diversity ‘insulting’: Coun. Arielle Kayabaga
“The idea that when you’re part of a diverse group you don’t have the basic merit to be hired for a position is quite insulting,” said Kayabaga. Continue reading
Scott Thompson: Is it the word or how it is used?
Scott Thompson applauds the Ontario Basketball Association’s decision to stop using the word ‘midget’ in its division names — but asks if it will trigger a debate on word choice. Continue reading