Justice Minister Mark Furey says the move would reinstate the largely Acadian ridings of Argyle, Clare and Richmond, as well as the predominantly African Nova Scotian riding of Preston. Continue reading
Some shoppers lauded the brand’s effort, while others voiced concerns that promoting a higher body weight is unhealthy and dangerous. Continue reading
Advocates for marginalized communities are holding what they’re calling a “representation matters” sit-in during the 1 p.m. meeting on Thursday. Continue reading
The executive director of the Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion says the appointment is “another example of city council protecting the status quo.” Continue reading
In 2006, 70 per cent of the male minors in correctional services in Saskatchewan were Indigenous. By 2015 – 16 it had jumped to 92 per cent; women are higher. Continue reading
The conference saw young high-school and post-secondary students gather at Mount Saint Vincent University to explore how they will continue to make politics more inclusive for women and marginalized voices. Continue reading
Geoff MacLellan says the bill lays out the broad principles for setting electoral boundaries that balances voter parity with minority representation. Continue reading
Minority groups, including those from the African Nova Scotian community, have voiced concerns about losing their elected representatives in newly introduced legislation that will eliminate the school boards by March 31. Continue reading
Vanessa Ambtman-Smith was appointed to the board Tuesday by the province’s Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services for a two year term. Continue reading