New Canadian Media

What Can Post-COVID Canada Glean from Post-War Germany?

Canada plans to support its post-COVID-19 economic recovery through immigration. LJI reporter Mansoor Tanweer explores a similar effort in post-war Germany through the lens of a Turkish immigrant, Mustafa Özata.

Nilofar Shidmehr: A Writer Giving Voice to Iranian Female Experience

Nilofar Shidmehr's collection of short stories, Divided Loyalties, provides a vivid look into the political and cultural events that have shaped Iranian society since the 1979 Revolution through the lens of an Iranian female immigrant in Canada.

Commentary Politics

Why the Jangebe Kidnappings Baffle Canada

Writer Tunde Asaju discusses why the abduction of over 300 female students from their school in Jangebe, Zamfara State connects to Canadian politics and the moral courage of public office.

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Commentary News Politics

Disinformation and the Fracturing of Political Discourse

Kamal Aboulmagd March 3, 2021 1 Comment disinformation Immigration Misinformation polarization POLITICS

Writer Kamal Aboulmagd examines how false and wrong information impact political discourse about immigration

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COVID-19 Health News Policy

A Tough Call: Vaccinations or Deportations

Lu Xu, Local Journalism Initiative March 2, 2021 No Comments Covid-19 doctors international students migrant workers Nova Scotia undocumented workers vaccinations vaccine

Doctors and community leaders are calling for a “private” and “confidential” process of the vaccinations for undocumented workers worried they will be deported.

Three people at a table preparing food as part of a program to reduce food insecurity among who are living in transitional housing or experiencing homelessness.

COVID-19 Economy

Pandemic Disrupts FoodShare’s Fight for Food Justice

Angelica Babiera March 1, 2021 1 Comment BIPOC Canada Equity food food banks food insecurity FoodShare homelessness immigrants refugees

Toronto’s FoodShare, a food justice organization, is making waves with helping BIPOC and newcomer communities but is up against funding cuts and COVID-19-related restrictions.

COVID-19 Education Policy

New Travel Measures a Nightmare for International Students

Fabian Dawson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter February 25, 2021 No Comments Gallery air travellers EDUCATION international students quarantine STUDENTS traveller

Confusion and the cost of new travel rules associated with studying in Canada will result in foreign students postponing studies or choosing a competing destination

Screenshot of restaurant worker, Md Masud Rana, holding a placard reading "WE DESERVE TO LIVE.", COVID-19, benefits, employment

News Policy

Temporary COVID Benefit Extensions Welcomed, But Permanent, Structural Change Needed

Fernando Arce February 25, 2021 No Comments Benefits extension Canada COVID Benefits Covid-19 COVID-19 Benefits extension employment policy WAC

Labour groups call for the entire Employment Insurance system to be revamped.

Arts & Culture

What to Watch Weekly with Kuljeet Kaila

Kuljeet Kaila February 24, 2021 No Comments Film international stories Series Shows What to Watch

This week on What to Watch, Kuljeet Kaila takes a look at the must-watch international stories that are rising in popularity.

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Policy Politics

Canada Scores Low Marks for Political Participation by Immigrants

Mansoor Tanweer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter February 24, 2021 No Comments Canada DEMOCRACY immigrants Immigration immigration policy MIPEX political participation

Canada has a reputation of being a welcoming country, but a recent study shows that Ottawa can do better in one regard: encouraging political participation by immigrants.

Arts & Culture

Explainer: Chinese New Year

Leah Lan February 23, 2021 No Comments Canada Chinese Canadians chinese culture Chinese New Year cuisine holidays immigrants Immigration

For people of Chinese heritage around the world, Chinese New Year is one of the most anticipated holidays, heralding joy and hope. Leah Lan explains what makes the holiday so special and debunks some common misconceptions about it.

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Economy Policy Politics

NDP MPP Says Outsourcing of Employment Services Could Hurt Immigrants

Mansoor Tanweer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter February 19, 2021 No Comments employment ontario employment services government immigrants NDP privatization Progressive Conservatives service

NDP MPP Lisa Gretzky says she is alarmed by the outsourcing of employment services in Ontario to foreign companies, especially in the Region of Peel, which has a significant immigrant population.