Sophia Lundy: Trailblazing Black Contractor Breaking Barriers in Quebec’s Construction Industry

Sophia Lundy: Trailblazing Black Contractor Breaking Barriers in Quebec’s Construction Industry

Quebec’s construction industry is witnessing a transformation thanks to Sophia Lundy, one of the few Black women general contractors in the province. Her journey from a struggling student to a pioneering entrepreneur exemplifies resilience and inspires a new generation of builders. Lundy’s pivotal moment came in 2015 while studying construction management at an Idaho university. […]

Black Montreal Police Officer Sues Quebec Police for Racial Profiling and Excessive Force

Black Montreal Police Officer Sues Quebec Police for Racial Profiling and Excessive Force

In a recent development, a Black Montreal police officer has taken legal action against four provincial counterparts and Quebec’s attorney general, alleging racial profiling in an off-duty encounter. Represented by lawyer Fernando Belton, the plaintiff, whose identity remains protected by a court order, has brought forward a lawsuit to address what he perceives as unjust […]

Montreal should restrict police use of facial recognition technology – councillor

Montreal should restrict police use of facial recognition technology – councillor

MONTREAL — A Montreal city councillor said he will introduce a motion shortly to restrict the use of facial recognition and other “invasive” surveillance technologies by city police. The motion is based on a bylaw adopted by New York City and would be the first in Canada to address the use of facial recognition technology […]

PM Dr. Keith Mitchell tells Grenadians to work together

PM Dr. Keith Mitchell tells Grenadians to work together

By Lincoln DePradine Grenada’s Prime Minister, Dr Keith Mitchell, says “things are looking good’’ in many aspects of life in the country, including safety and security, but he wants nationals in Canada to put aside their divide and forge greater unity. “We are too small a country to have the serious political divide we’ve had […]