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On Ukraine's Independence Day, refugees say 'we want to be happy'
'I want to ask for help to stop Russia with this war,' Mariia Mamaisur says
Kate Bueckert · CBC News · Posted: Aug 24, 2022 6:00 AM ET | Last Updated: 5 hours ago
Wednesday marks the Independence Day of Ukraine and people staying at the Woolwich Guest House for Ukrainian refugees…
Published August 26, 2022
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When...your boss is abusing you, you can't just leave': Jamaican migrant workers expose Canada's ‘systemic slavery’
Elianna Lev
Tue, August 23, 2022 at 4:44 p.m.·4 min read
An open letter written by Jamaican migrant workers working in Ontario is highlighting the unfair and dangerous working and living conditions they face on a daily basis, as well as the inequality of certain work permits.
The…
Published August 26, 2022
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Local host family still waiting for Ukraine refugees amid months-long delay
Local host family still waiting for Ukraine refugees amid months-long delay
Their London-area home is ready for them, fitted sheets on beds and all.
Author of the article:Jonathan Juha
Publishing date:Aug 23, 2022
Their London-area home is ready for them, fitted sheets on their…
Published August 26, 2022
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Feds won't extend bilingualism bonus to employees who speak an Indigenous language
Stephanie Taylor
The Canadian Press / Staff
OTTAWA - The federal Treasury Board says it has no plans to expand a bonus -- now paid to employees who speak English and French -- to those who know an Indigenous language.
The bilingualism bonus is an extra $800 employees receive a…
Published August 23, 2022
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More dialogue needed to address religion-based violence, say faith groups
Greater Sudbury more welcoming to Sikhs today, says community member
CBC News · Posted: Aug 22, 2022 1:25 PM ET | Last Updated: August 22
Karan Badesha says it was difficult to find work in Sudbury, when he arrived in 2015, but the city has since become a more welcoming place for…
Published August 23, 2022
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Death of migrant worker in Norfolk, Ont. prompts call to change permanent immigration status
By Don Mitchell Global News
Posted August 22, 2022 6:30 pm
Farm workers in Niagara Region are hoping for action from Canada and Jamaica’s Ministry of Labour departments on better living conditions on Canadian farms. The group wrote a letter on the subject a week before a migrant…
Published August 23, 2022
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Canadian Medical Association’s 1st Indigenous leader takes office
By Fakiha Baig The Canadian Press
Posted August 22, 2022 7:54 am
Persistent staffing shortages in emergency health care close video
In a brightly lit surgical room around sunrise, Dr. Alika Lafontaine recounts why he chose to become an anesthesiologist as he fills syringes for…
Published August 22, 2022
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Racist incidents happen 'over and over again,' activists say after tirade goes viral
RNC investigating viral video of racist tirade
Darrell Roberts · CBC News · Posted: Aug 22, 2022 7:00 AM NT | Last Updated: 7 hours ago
Two people stand outside in front of a blue building. The person on the left is wearing a bright green shirt while the person on the right wear…
Published August 22, 2022
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DNA collection from migrant workers ruled a human rights abuse
By Natasha Bulowski | News, Politics, Ottawa Insider | August 19th 2022t
A landmark ruling by the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario found the province’s police force violated the rights of 54 migrant workers during a DNA collection sweep in 2013.
The Ontario Provincial Police…
Published August 22, 2022
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BMO looks to tap newcomer talent pool with refugee, immigrant recruitment program
Stephanie Hughes
Publishing date:Aug 18, 2022 • 19 hours ago
The Bank of Montreal has another tactic in the financial sector’s war for talent: recruiting refugees.
BMO Financial Group launched its BMO Newcomer Talent Program last week, seeking to recruit displaced people…
Published August 22, 2022
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