Certain racialized groups face systemic and intersectional barriers and prejudices that disproportionally impact them i.e. anti-black racism
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Canada agrees to resettle Afghans held in UAE facility, sources say
Alexander Cornwell and Jonathan Landay Reuters September 8th 2022
Canada will accept some 1,000 Afghans who fled the Taliban takeover of their homeland and have been held for months in a makeshift refugee centre in the United Arab Emirates awaiting resettlement to the United…
Published September 12, 2022
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Door opens to Chatham-Kent’s agricultural workers
Oct 19, 2021 - There has been broad praise for changes to Canada’s immigration policy announced earlier this year that provide a path to permanent residency for temporary foreign workers – including agricultural workers.
In Chatham-Kent, workers the Caribbean, Latin America and…
Published October 19, 2021
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Canada needs to do better for Black refugees and immigrants
Black refugees from Africa still face barriers to integration and long processing times.
In 1951, Canada did not sign the newly adopted UN Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees. It feared the United Nations treaty would limit its ability to deport communists and others…
Published August 6, 2021
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Government of Canada highlights support for approximately 1,300 projects under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative
August 4, 2021 - Toronto, Ontario - Employment and Social Development Canada
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, highlighted federal investments of up to $96 million through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative.
Thi…
Published August 6, 2021
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Government of Canada and City of Toronto partner with Elevate to support underrepresented workers in tech sector
June 3, 2021 – Toronto, OntarioThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, announced an investment of over $5.8 million for Elevate to launch a new and innovative job success program…
Published June 4, 2021
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Government of Canada empowering Black Canadian communities
The Government of Canada recognizes the contributions of Black Canadians and acknowledges the significant and unique challenges that Black communities face.
Published November 24, 2020
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Federal Support Towards New Youth Initiative Tackling Online Hate
The Government of Canada is committed to taking action against online hate and preventing the promotion of racism and violence.
Published October 20, 2020
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Building a More Inclusive Canada: Government of Canada Announces Funding for Anti-Racism Projects Across the Country
Today, the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth, announced the Government of Canada is providing $15 million for 85 anti-racism projects across the country, which will address barriers to employment, justice, and social participation among…
Published October 15, 2020
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Increased COVID-19 Precautions for Congregate Care Settings
Further direction will help protect vulnerable people and those who care for them.
Published October 9, 2020
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Ontario Building a Modern, Connected and Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions System
Province Investing an Additional $176 Million to Expand Access to Critical Services.
Published October 7, 2020