Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has come under fire from a new United Nations report, which calls it a “breeding ground for modern slavery.” The report points out that the TFWP limits workers’ freedom by tying their immigration status to just one employer. This not only stops workers from finding better conditions but also […]
In support of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) is organizing a community outreach clinic offering free health screenings, including a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. The event is scheduled for September 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the IUPAT offices, located at 132 Toro Road in […]
As our world struggles with the urgent need to address climate change, the debate over nuclear power is heating up. Advocates argue that nuclear energy could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions since it doesn’t produce these harmful gases like fossil fuels do. However, nuclear power also comes with significant drawbacks related to safety and environmental […]
The federal government is committed to improving accessibility and affordability in dental care through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), one of the largest social programs in Canadian history. This initiative aims to reduce the financial burden of dental care for up to nine million Canadians currently without insurance. The CDCP, which is available to […]
The third annual Impact Awards will be held at the Memorial Hall in Toronto on Sunday October 19. Ten persons will be presented with awards at this year’s event. The Caribbean Camera and the Black Indigenous Business Development Association (BIBDA) have organized the Impact Awards to celebrate the achievement of outstanding Caribbean people. Among this […]
Seegene Inc. (KQ096530), a leading South Korean firm specializing in PCR molecular diagnostics, has announced the development of new PCR test assays addressing the recent global resurgence of mpox. This follows the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recent reclassification of the mpox outbreak as a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC). The newly introduced assays, […]
Built in 1886, St. Ann’s Church The Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo has addressed controversy surrounding the sale of St. Ann’s Church to the local Muslim community, following a surge of angry reactions on social media. Built in 1886, St. Ann’s Church was closed in 2007 due to a decline in parishioners and was sold […]
A new Statistics Canada report highlights significant health disparities between Black Canadians and their white counterparts. Analyzing data from Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 19 and older from the 2001, 2006, 2011 , and 2019 censuses, the report reveals that Black Canadians face increased mortality rates from several serious health conditions. Black males are […]
A new UNICEF analysis has revealed that approximately 466 million children—equivalent to one in five worldwide—now live in regions experiencing at least double the number of extremely hot days compared to six decades ago. This stark warning underscores the rapid rise in days exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) and highlights the severe implications […]
The stage is set for this year’s Impact Awards, where nine exceptional individuals will be honored for their outstanding contributions. As the third annual presentation, this year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, celebrating the best and brightest from diverse sectors. Below, we introduce this year’s awardees. Health: Dr. Everton Gooden began his tenure […]
