‘I Dare You to See’: BC RCMP support new anti-human trafficking awareness campaign
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‘I Dare You to See’: BC RCMP support new anti-human trafficking awareness campaign

The BC RCMP Counter Human Trafficking Unit has launched the "I Dare You to See" campaign to raise awareness about human trafficking. Aimed at public education, particularly in the hospitality sector, the initiative includes training resources, interactive tools, and outreach efforts to help identify and report trafficking signs.
Longtime HIV/AIDS activist recognized
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Longtime HIV/AIDS activist recognized

Troy Perrot, diagnosed with HIV at 21 in 1993, faced stigma and health challenges but turned his experience into activism. Despite initial despair, he educated himself, volunteered, and later advocated for better access to medications. Recognized with the King Charles III Coronation Medal, he continues to raise awareness and promote understanding about HIV.
Ontario resort is rewriting its entire rule book for LGBTQ2S+ safety
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Ontario resort is rewriting its entire rule book for LGBTQ2S+ safety

Kate Hood, HR manager at The Northridge Inn & Resort, emphasizes the significance of true inclusivity beyond superficial gestures. Through the Rainbow Registered program, the resort revamped its policies and staff training to ensure LGBTQ2S+ safety. This initiative aims to create a welcoming environment and foster accountability in the local tourism industry.
New to Canada? Beware, you’re twice as likely to become a fraud victim, survey reveals
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New to Canada? Beware, you’re twice as likely to become a fraud victim, survey reveals

Newcomers in Canada are over twice as likely to fall victim to scams compared to long-time residents, with 38% reporting fraud experiences. Social media, job, and immigration scams are most common. Calls for better fraud education are widespread, highlighting the vulnerability of newcomers unfamiliar with the country’s systems.
Black overrepresentation in Canadian prisons: Data gaps and judicial bias hinder progress, lawyer says
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Black overrepresentation in Canadian prisons: Data gaps and judicial bias hinder progress, lawyer says

Two years after Bill C-5 was passed to reduce Black incarceration rates in Canada, challenges persist due to judicial bias and insufficient data. Experts emphasize the need for comprehensive data collection to inform decisions regarding systemic racism in the justice system, highlighting that, despite legislative changes, the issue remains unresolved.
Historic union drive for migrant workers detailed in new book
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Historic union drive for migrant workers detailed in new book

Joe Barrett, a labor activist, recounts the historic unionization of 42 migrant tunnel workers in Vancouver in 2006, the first of its kind in Canada. His new book, "A Fight For Justice," details their struggle against low wages and poor conditions, emphasizing the broader implications for labor rights and the need for better enforcement of employment standards to protect all workers.
Canadian Flight Attendants Renew Call For Unpaid Work Legislation
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Canadian Flight Attendants Renew Call For Unpaid Work Legislation

Ottawa's investigation into flight attendants' unpaid work allegations, prompted by a strike at Air Canada, has raised concerns. Although the federal government seeks to ensure minimum wage compliance, the Canadian Union of Public Employees emphasizes the need for clearer definitions of work and appropriate compensation for all hours worked, including unpaid ground work.