Saying it’s a critical moment for equality and the labour movement, Canada’s largest union, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) is hosting a human rights conference in the prairie city of Winnipeg starting Thursday night (February 5). The union,… »
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Big win for public sector unions in Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada has recently handed down what is being viewed as a landmark decision for public sector workers who might be prevented from going on strike in a labour dispute. The decision came in the case of… »
Opposition NDP contesting re-payment order of C$2.7 million
The New Democratic Party, the official opposition in Canada’s parliament, is responding to charges of wrongfully spending C$2.7 million dollars of taxpayer dollars. Andrew Scheer, chair of the Commons’ ‘Board of Internal Economy’ issued a statement saying, NDP Members of… »
Health, Internet, Science & Technology, Society
Too much salt and sugar in snacks for toddlers
Pre-packaged foods marketed for toddlers often have excessive salt and sugars in them, according to a U.S. study. These processed foods are not as common in Canada but some are already consumed and more are being introduced. Commercial foods for… »
Health, Internet, Science & Technology, Society
Measles concern with minor outbreak in Toronto
A recent incident of four cases of measles in Toronto has officials concerned. The disease, caused by a virus, has been virtually eliminated in Canada thanks to vaccination programmes, with only a few cases per year reported. These are usually… »
Events change Black History Month, says journalist
The killings of unarmed black men by police in the United States has changed the conversation about race relations going into Black History Month this year, says freelance journalist Desmond Cole. ‘History must link with today’ Traditionally the month February… »
Serious health issues in nail salons have to be addressed, says researcher
As the number of nail salons in Canada grows, so does the number of salon technicians exposed to a variety of chemicals causing respiratory and dermatological problems, cancer, and birth defects. It’s an issue that particularly affects the women who… »
Health, International, Internet, Science & Technology
New study shows, high salt intake can change the brain.
A new study by an international research team led by McGill University researchers has shown that high salt consumption can “reprogramme” certain aspects of brain function, with repercussions on blood pressure and health. Charles Bourque (PhD) is a professor in… »
Immigration & Refugees, Society
Immigrants learn to enjoy winter and make friends
Snowshoeing, skating, and skiing are just some of the activities helping immigrants in Montreal settle in and enjoy winter. Community leader Adrienne Blattel began an intercultural outdoor activities program four years ago in conjunction with the Milton Park Recreation Association.… »
Economy, Immigration & Refugees, Politics, Society
Restoring mandatory long form census crucial to understanding Canada, says coalition
A coalition of 11 organizations is calling on the Canadian government to pass a private member’s bill this Wednesday (February 4) which would restore Canada’s mandatory long form census. They say the mandatory census is crucial for public policy decision… »
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