Category Archives: Social
Indigenous communities need more mental health support in wake of COVID-19: report
OTTAWA — Many Indigenous communities are struggling to cope with dual states of emergency, thanks to the pandemic and its effects on those with mental illness and addictions. That's according to a new report from a committee of MPs who spent
Canadian Forces writing ‘playbook’ for handling allegations involving top brass
OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces is developing a suite of new initiatives aimed at tackling inappropriate behaviour in the ranks, the military’s acting commander revealed Tuesday, including a “playbook” for handling misconduct allegations against sen...
B.C. signs deal with City of Victoria to end homeless camps, bring people inside
VICTORIA — An agreement that commits two levels of government to end current and future homeless encampments in British Columbia's capital city is a potential blueprint for similar deals, says the province's minister responsible for housing. The memor...
Trudeau ‘appalled’ by homophobic graffiti outside Ottawa mayor’s home
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he's "appalled" that homophobic graffiti was painted on the road in front of Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson's home over the weekend.Trudeau says in a tweet that there's no place for this kind of
U.S, U.K., Canada levy sanctions against China over actions against Uyghur Muslims
OTTAWA — Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union levelled sanctions against Chinese officials Monday over human rights violations against minority Muslims in that country. "These measures reflect our grave concern with the...
‘More than just a disruption:’ education experts warn of pandemic-driven ‘crisis’
TORONTO — Virtual learning for Kaaren Tamm's daughter consisted of a five- to 10-minute video greeting each morning and afternoon, and then she'd stop paying attention. That was on a good day. The Toronto mom says that's all the four-year-old could
‘More than just a disruption:’ education experts warn of pandemic-driven ‘crisis’
TORONTO — Virtual learning for Kaaren Tamm's daughter consisted of a five- to 10-minute video greeting each morning and afternoon, and then she'd stop paying attention. That was on a good day. The Toronto mom says that's all the four-year-old could
‘More than just a disruption:’ education experts warn of pandemic-driven ‘crisis’
TORONTO — Virtual learning for Kaaren Tamm's daughter consisted of a five- to 10-minute video greeting each morning and afternoon, and then she'd stop paying attention. That was on a good day. The Toronto mom says that's all the four-year-old could
Federal NDP calls on government to eliminate for-profit long-term care
OTTAWA — New Democrats are seeking the support of the House of Commons in calling on the Liberal government to eliminate for-profit long-term care. The NDP tabled a motion Monday that calls on the government to take the complex step of
St. John’s, N.L., diocese to sell property to settle Mount Cashel abuse claims
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Roman Catholic parishes in the St. John's area heard today that resolving the harm caused to victims of abuse at Mount Cashel orphanage is going to bring about a major restructuring of parishes and the diocese. In
