A Sudanese-Canadian in Sault Ste. Marie says the federal government is not doing enough to help people trapped in Sudan, as violence grips the country.
Author of the article: Colleen Romaniuk • Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Publishing date: Jun 28, 2021 • 7 hours ago • 4 minute read •
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Systemic racism and discrimination negatively impact Northern Ontario’s ability to attract and retain skilled workers and have far-reaching effects on the region’s economic prosperity.
That was the sentiment expressed by a group of panelists at Northern Policy Institute’s second annual population growth conference.
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“Racism exists everywhere, but I think in Northern Ontario, it’s easier to see because it’s harder to hide. The diversity just isn’t here like it is in southern Ontario or elsewhere,” said Hediyeh Karimian, co-founder of ULU and developer of an e-learning platform called The Woke Age Project.
Ferrochrome opponent set for appointment to controversial city environmental committee
Pedro Antunes was co-author of a 2019 letter signed by dozens of local physicians, expressing concern about Noront s proposed ferrochrome smelter
Feb 6, 2021 7:41 PM By: David Helwig
Pedro Antunes, Algoma University biologistDarren Taylor/SooToday file photo
One of the most outspoken opponents of a proposed ferrochrome smelter in Sault Ste. Marie is expected to be appointed Monday to the city s environmental sustainability committee.
Appointment of Dr. Pedro Antunes, executive research lead at Algoma University, was recommended one week ago by the city s boards and committees nominating committee.
The controversial new environmental sustainability committee is intended to replace the city s 13-year-old green committee.