Lorne Putman

Lorne Putman is a writer, student and journalist from White Rock, British Columbia. His work focuses on countering false narratives, highlighting inequity, and cross-cultural stories, particularly in the South Asian diaspora. Lorne, who recently spent time in Punjab, India, is a second year political science student at Kwantlen University. In his spare time, Lorne can be found at the gym, track, or any variety of restaurants and places of worship. Lorne can be reached at [email protected].

January 23, 2024

Immigration/Local Journalism Initiative/News

International students seeking asylum in Canada nearly triples over four years

Experts say humanitarian crises, dehumanizing narratives about international students and claims of fraud are behind it.

December 4, 2023

Education/Local Journalism Initiative/News

Financial pressures, mental health struggles and addiction causing international student deaths

The federal government insists it can only do so much, pointing the finger at provinces.

October 13, 2023

Health/Immigration/Local Journalism Initiative

Financial stress, exploitation takes deadly toll on international students as temple reveals 47 deaths

Religious leader says at least 47 Indian international students in Surrey, B.C., have died from drug overdoses and suicides.