It’s easy to believe that universities still stand for big ideas like critical thinking, civic responsibility, and the freedom to speak your mind. But that idea is quickly disappearing. Around the world, colleges and universities are under attack—not by accident, but on purpose. Far-right governments are targeting education because they know it teaches people to […]
Despite growing awareness, many Canadians continue to hide their mental health struggles out of fear of judgment, discrimination, or social rejection. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), 60 per cent of people experiencing mental illness avoid seeking help due to stigma. This Mental Health Week (May 5–11, 2025), CMHA is urging Canadians to […]
April releases to warm you up By Yolanda T. Marshall Get ready for April’s exciting new releases! These talented Canadian writers are brandishing their powerful pens, and you won’t want to miss their books! Ready, Set, Mango! Written by Tamla T. Young and illustrated by Raz Latif. “Two competitive cousins are in for a surprise […]
The United States government’s renewed threats to impose visa bans on individuals working with or supporting Cuban medical missions are not only unjustified—they are deeply hypocritical. Caribbean nations, long beneficiaries of Cuba’s solidarity and healthcare expertise, are now being punished for valuing human lives over geopolitics. This policy, driven by political ideology rather than humanitarian […]
Ottawa City Council recently engaged in a heated debate regarding the definitions of racism and colonialism within a new cultural funding policy. The motion, introduced by Wilson Lo (Barrhaven East Councillor), sought to remove these definitions, citing a technical issue arising from the ongoing review of definitions in the city’s anti-racism strategy. Lo suggested that […]
A recent survey conducted by MaRS Discovery District, District 3, and partners in Ontario and Quebec has revealed concerning mental health issues among health sciences startup founders. The Mind Balance Project, which gathered insights from over 100 C-suite leaders, found that the pressures of running startups in the health sciences sector have led to significant […]
A recent survey conducted by KPMG in Canada highlights the experiences of Black Canadians in the workplace and measures the progress made in fostering more equitable and inclusive environments. The survey, conducted between December 2024 and January 2025, revealed that 86% of Black Canadians feel their employer has made progress in creating a more equitable […]
The Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Youth Wellness Champions (YWC) Program with the Stronger Together: RNAO Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Summit, taking place on March 18 and 19, 2025, in Toronto. The event will bring together nurses, health professionals, education leaders, and social service experts […]
Black Canadians face significant barriers in accessing mental health services, which continue to impede their well-being. These barriers include the high cost of care, a long history of systemic racism and discrimination in healthcare, and personal experiences of racial bias within the system. Additionally, there is a notable lack of culturally representative and responsive mental […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall A Different Hurricane Written by H. Nigel Thomas “Growing up in neighbouring villages on the tiny island nation of St Vincent, teenage best friends Gordon and Allen are secret lovers until they are forced apart by their community’s traditional expectations and their fear of how others will react. They each complete […]
