Championing Community and Economic Growth By Neil Armstrong Three Black candidates are among 35 people running in the June 10 by-election in Mississauga. Jamaican businessman Winston Harding is seeking to become the mayor—a position that became vacant when mayor Bonnie Crombie resigned to become leader of the Ontario Liberal Party. Another Jamaican, entrepreneur and community […]
Distress and crisis centers play a vital role in Canada’s public health strategy for preventing suicide, offering immediate assistance and resources during critical moments. During Mental Health Week, the Federal government announced a $4.5 million investment to bolster the capabilities of 26 organizations providing distress line services across the country. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental […]
Thirty prominent leaders from Edmonton’s Black community have joined forces to address the city’s administration regarding what they perceive as a stagnant approach to the Anti-Black Racism Action Plan. In a collective letter endorsed by 28 representatives from Edmonton’s African and Caribbean communities, they accuse city officials of neglecting the plan since its unanimous approval […]
Brampton’s MP Ruby Sahota stood alongside Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety while he unveiled new legislation on Tuesday aimed at bolstering Canada’s defenses against foreign interference. The introduction of Bill C-70, known as the Act Respecting Countering Foreign Interference, marks a significant step forward in the Canadian government’s efforts to safeguard its institutions. Bill […]
Editorial for May 02 2024 The term “ongoing turmoil” when describing Haiti may be a cliché, unfortunately, it is an accurate description of a country that has been in turmoil for as long of most of us can remember. Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s resignation has been confirmed, with a transitional council taking office last […]
This summer, Toronto will honor the legacy of a pioneering figure in its political history through a unique walking tour celebrating William Peyton Hubbard, the city’s first Black politician. Organized by East End resident Lanrick Bennett, the tour will trace the significant landmarks of Hubbard’s life from his former residence on Broadview Avenue to the […]
Editorial Electoral reform should be implemented now In the looming shadow of a potentially seismic electoral shift, it is imperative for both the federal Liberals and New Democrats to embrace a pragmatic approach. The time has come for them to urgently revisit the crucial issue of electoral reform before the next election in October 2025. […]
Editorial Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland introduced the 2024 federal budget on Tuesday. A major part of her remarks spoke of providing a fair chance to build a good middle-class life. She spoke of “lifting up every generation” and “economic Growth for every generation” with particular reference to the young generation. We do understand that budgets […]
By Lincoln DePradine Discussions are underway to garner feedback on a proposal that includes greater safety on the streets of Malvern, in east Scarborough, for senior residents, cyclists, schoolchildren and other pedestrians. Under an MWSP – “Malvern West Streets Plan’’ – they are described as “vulnerable road users’’. The MWSP was the subject of a […]
The recent provincial budget has been met with cautious optimism by Ontario’s medical community. The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) has acknowledged the significant investments in team-based primary care and home care as positive steps. However, the overarching sentiment is that these measures, while welcome, are insufficient to address the deep-rooted issues within Ontario’s healthcare system. […]
