Is multiculturalism a plus? It is in Canada, helping boost its identity, new report indicates

How Pride is working to represent the diversity that exists in the 2SLGBTQ+ community

How Pride is working to represent the diversity that exists in the 2SLGBTQ+ community

Black Canadians: The book every Ghanaian/Canadian should read to understand the nation’s true story

Canada is widely admired as one of the world’s most welcoming and multicultural nations. It proudly celebrates diversity, inclusion, and equality as defining national values. Yet behind this inspiring image lies a deeper story, one that has often received far less attention than it deserves. In Black Canadians, Professor Joseph Mensah invites readers to look []

‘I can’t tell who’s a tourist anymore’: Torontonians embrace the city’s World Cup buzz

What to know Toronto’s multiculturalism just got an upgrade with international World Cup fans visiting the city, and locals are embracing the diversity. From international... The post ‘I can’t tell who’s a tourist anymore’: Torontonians embrace the city’s World Cup buzz appeared first on NOW Toronto.

Carney, Smith stress unity as Canadians celebrate Canada Day

Unity was the word on everyone’s mind as Canadians from across the country celebrated the 159th anniversary of Confederation on Wednesday.

How communities across Canada are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

How communities across Canada are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

Multicultural counseling: Why finding a therapist who understands you matters

Rula reports on the importance of multicultural counseling, emphasizing culturally sensitive care to enhance therapeutic relationships and treatment effectiveness.

‘Monocultural Cringe’ is short-sighted and irrelevant

Readers argue that talk of a “monoculture” revives the “Cultural Cringe”.

Parks Canada report calls creation of national parks a ‘colonial injustice’ for Indigenous peoples

Newly released internal review describes the historical impact of Canada's national parks on Indigenous communities

Our American Heritage

Yes, Americans have a shared heritage — but it’s not about race or culture.

America’s superpower is under siege, from its own president

Multiculturalism has served America well, but Donald Trump has re-energised xenophobic hostility in the land of the free.

Community support boosts students’ learning journey

Community support boosts students’ learning journey

At Its Best, LGBTQ Pride Is an Abolitionist Uprising — and a Dance Party

Faced with transphobia and repression, people imprisoned in Washington State are still finding ways to celebrate Pride.

Multiculturalism was always a ‘divided ideology’

Historian and Author Dr Mark Lopez says multiculturalism was always a “divided ideology”. Mr Lopez told Sky News host Andrew Bolt that multiculturalism is an ideology and “has always been an ideology”. “There are different versions of it.”

Celebrations mark Canada Day across the country as separatist movements emerge

OTTAWA — Canadians are gathering across the country on Wednesday to celebrate a country grappling with a changing world and emerging separatist movements. “It’s the best country in the world, not without nuance or complexity,” Canadian Identity Minister Marc Miller told The Canadian Press. “We’re a country that’s built on freedom, respect for others, but [] The post Celebrations mark Canada Day across the country as separatist movements emerge appeared first on Loonie Politics.

‘As a woman who’s been living with HIV, I’d love to see more stories about women like me’

Pride Month gets plenty of attention, says a reader. Why can't we do the same for homelessness? The post ‘As a woman who’s been living with HIV, I’d love to see more stories about women like me’ appeared first on Big Issue.

Why China’s ethnic unity law marks shift in policy towards assimilation

China’s new law on ethnic unity signals a shift in Beijing’s focus from handling specific ethnic matters to assimilation, according to a party ethnologist. The Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, which took effect this month, provides a framework that analysts say is designed to counter Western ideological influence and provide a statutory mandate for assimilating minority groups. However, it has triggered concerns from the United States and the European Union about forced assimilation...

‘Erased from history’: A century on from Canada’s anti-Greek riots

Historians and Greek community members say 1918 riots in Toronto reminiscent of anti-immigrant rhetoric, xenophobia now.

Canada is no stranger to misogyny. Why haven’t we changed that?

A more than 100-page manifesto filled with misogynistic and anti-police rhetoric was found in the hours after an Alberta man opened fire in a Montreal neighbourhood. Three people were killed, including an officer, the shooter and a civilian caught in the cross-fire. This isn’t the first Canadian shooting attack rooted in misogynistic ideology, it succeeds [] The post Canada is no stranger to misogyny. Why haven’t we changed that? appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

The hidden health benefits of watching the football

There is something rather special about collective and shared experiences on a mass level

Some Indigenous people are wary of Order of Canada's "colonial symbolism": federal study

Some Indigenous people are wary of Order of Canada's "colonial symbolism": federal study

250 Years: Before America Knew My Name

When America celebrates its 250th anniversary, I will celebrate with mixed emotions. Like millions of Americans, I am grateful to live in a country that has endured for two and a half centuries. I have benefited from opportunities that my ancestors could never have imagined. I have reported from the White House as a journalist. [] The post 250 Years: Before America Knew My Name appeared first on The Black Wall Street Times.

How Citizenship Is Creating New Economic Opportunities for Global Entrepreneurs

Diaspora citizenship turns ancestral identity into economic opportunity by encouraging tourism, investment and deeper ties to homeland communities.

Saskatchewan restructuring income assistance program for those with disabilities

Saskatchewan residents receiving income assistance for disabilities will see changes to their benefits as of Sept. 1, the province says.

“Can build new model for inclusive, sustainable trade”: PM Modi praises Maori business leaders in New Zealand

Lauding the cultural synergy between India and the indigenous community of New Zealand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the shared values of respect for nature, community, and sustainability between India and the Maori people can pave the way for a unique model of inclusive global trade.

The American Tradition Dying Right Next Door

This article is part of Upstream, The Daily Wire’s new home for culture and lifestyle. Real human insight and human stories — from our featured writers to you. *** We Americans are no longer talking to our neighbors as much as we once did. This is especially true for younger people, with only 25 reporting conversing ...

TASS, Xinhua build 'information bridge' between Russia, China — Chinese ambassador

It contributes to strengthening mutual understanding and traditional friendship between the peoples of China and Russia, Zhang Hanhui said

In honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day (Canada)

I was doing a deep dive into early Canadian history, because reasons, and found a couple of fun stories to share. Because hey — this Sunday is National Indigenous Peoples Day! The Bad Overwinter So a recurring thing in early Canadian history was the Bad Overwinter. A group of Europeans — usually French — would []

'Comfortable in my own skin': Foreigners react to public nudity in Germany

Germany is famous for its liberal approach to nudity, but for many expats it's 'free body culture' remains a major culture shock. We asked our readers how they feel about baring it all.