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Despite ongoing oppression by the settler state, the Red River Métis are often overlooked in federal settlement agreements involving Canada’s colonial past. (Shutterstock)

Underfunded and unstudied: The need for Red River Métis health research funding

Now more than ever we need Red River Métis health data that is conducted ethically and is respectful of both individual and collective rights, and accurately represents our distinct population.
Food service establishments have been struggling to hire enough employees while trying to return to business as usual after the pandemic. A server clears a table on a patio at a restaurant, in Vancouver, in April 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Hidden gatekeepers: How hiring bias affects workers in the food service industry

Hiring managers in the food service industry often emphasize the importance of finding the right “fit” when hiring new employees. But does everyone have the same chance to fit in?
Throughout history, sport has played a significant role in communal and spiritual life. Colombia fans watch a broadcast of the Copa America final soccer match against Argentina in Bogota, Colombia, on July 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

Soccer and religion have more in common than you might think

Religious studies scholars have long observed similarities between sport and religion. Namely, that both offer strong emotions and connections with others.
Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt. (Deyohaha:ge Indigenous Knowledge Centre, Six Nations Polytechnic)

Looking for Indigenous history? ‘Shekon Neechie’ website recentres Indigenous perspectives

A website curated by Indigenous historians shares reading lists about Indigenous histories in Turtle Island (North America) related to over 40 topics, as well as a podcast offering oral histories.
New hires shouldn’t be afraid to stand out from the crowd, according to recent research. (Shutterstock)

Standing out to fit in: How new employees can set themselves up for success at a new workplace

While starting a new job can be intimidating, new research offers suggestions that can alleviate some of the anxiety of being a newcomer and set new employees up for success at their new workplaces.
In addition to parents, governments and government-supported institutions — including child welfare authorities, police and health-care institutions — share responsibility for the health, safety and overall well-being of children and youth. (Shutterstock)

Infant’s tragic death after neglect sparks urgent calls for system changes

In the wake of an infant death in Kingston, Ont., it is critical for this tragedy to inform changes to policy and to systems that uphold the right to safety and well-being for all Canadian children.
The actions we take now will determine whether the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak already affecting birds and mammals around the world takes hold in humans. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

An ounce of prevention: Now is the time to take action on H5N1 avian flu, because the stakes are enormous

Our approach to combating pandemics must shift to one that prioritizes prevention of human infections with zoonotic viruses, rather than focusing on rapid response once human infection is widespread.
Des gens font la file devant un refuge pour sans-abri à Montréal, en mars 2020. Les problèmes sociaux sont de plus en plus complexes et pour les résoudre, il est nécessaire d’avoir recours à des solutions innovantes qui peuvent s’échelonner sur de très longues périodes. La Presse canadienne/Ryan Remiorz

L’innovation sociale, une solution aux enjeux de nos sociétés

L’innovation sociale s’impose de plus en plus comme solution aux problèmes sociétaux complexes et aux grands défis humanitaires, de même que comme moteur du développement social.
Racialized people are dsproportionately affected by diabetes, but are underrepresented in clinical studies. (Shutterstock)

Whose health matters? The diversity deficit in clinical trials

Diabetes trials are leaving out people who are most affected by diabetes, which creates a series of problems include the greater likelihood of missing rare and potentially dangerous side effects.
A Palestinian flag flies near the Peace Tower during a march for Gaza rally on Parliament Hill in November 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

For better or worse, unions have always taken a stand on global issues

Unions speaking out on issues as contentious as Israel-Palestine is nothing new. They have a long history of staking international positions on everything from apartheid to the Vietnam War.
A sunflower miner bee, a species considered vulnerable in Ontario. (Shutterstock)

Wild bees are under threat from domestic bees, invasive species, pathogens and climate change — but we can help

Wild bees face risks from domesticated bees, habitat loss, and climate change. Supporting bee diversity in Ontario is an important component of promoting a healthy environment.

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