Angelyn Francis
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Human rights tribunal upholds unionized workers’ right to file claims in Ontario
Lawyers and advocates were concerned — especially for marginalized people — that unionized workers would lose access to the human rights tribunal. → Read More
How child welfare investigations play a role in overrepresentation of Black kids in children’s aid
A new report looks at how the children get through the door to the system and the role anti-Black racism plays in how a family’s situation is assessed. → Read More
Ontario court upholds pay equity ruling for midwives: ‘We’re tired of being devalued’
This court battle for pay equity has been hailed as significant not only for midwives, but for addressing systemic discrimination in general. → Read More
WATCH: Grocery store sticker shock? From parsley to strawberries, shoppers vent their biggest frustrations
The Star spoke to shoppers about grocery price sticker shock. One shopper who previously lived in Dubai said the cost of living in Toronto feels on par. → Read More
Breadfruit tacos? Meatless oxtail? This vegan Toronto TikToker puts innovative spin on her favourite Caribbean foods
Foodie @PlantifulAlyssa stretches Caribbean ingredients beyond their usual bounds, sharing her takes on everything from ackee to breadfruit. → Read More
These Toronto restaurants offer a taste into the Caribbean’s deep history of plant-based cooking
There are only a small number of plant-based Caribbean restaurants in Toronto. But looking into the past, produce was the base for the cuisine all along. → Read More
A Different Booklist’s cultural centre renamed Blackhurst ahead of move to new ‘permanent home’
The renaming announcement comes a few months after the centre’s 49-year lease proposal was unanimously supported at a city council meeting. → Read More
‘Turning Red’ has cemented diverse stories in animation. BIPOC Canadian animators talk about what they want to see next
The Star asked 11 Canadian animators about what inspires them, BIPOC representation in the industry, and what untold stories they still want to see. → Read More
Hundreds march for migrant rights in Toronto
The march took place a day ahead of the International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination. → Read More
Peel police arrest man after worshippers attacked at Mississauga mosque
Members of the Dar Al-Tawheed Islamic Centre were able to subdue the attacker before Peel police arrived on scene at approximately 7 a.m. → Read More
Racialized students twice as likely to report poor health than white students, new U of T survey finds
“I truly believe the findings that we found at the University of Toronto can likely be extended across all universities in Canada,” said lead author Ananya Tina Banerjee. → Read More
GTA school boards broken down by anti-Black racist incidents in new report from advocacy group
“Every child has a story and we’ve normalized that. We can’t do that anymore,” said Kearie Daniel of the Parents of Black Children organization. → Read More
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario is about to decide if unionized employees have the right to file claims. Here’s why lawyers and advocates are worried
“I think limiting a worker’s options — full stop — is troublesome,” lawyer Samantha Peters told the Star. → Read More
Many students are being denied the ‘right to read.’ Ontario Human Rights Commission issues 157 calls to action
Chief among the recommendations is that language curriculum needs to be overhauled and a style of teaching backed by scientific research brought in. → Read More
Inuk actor and single mother wants apology from Michael Garron Hospital for discrimination faced on emergency room visit
“Kim’s Convenience” and “Mohawk Girls” actor Maika Harper said she was called a “liar” by a nurse when she called for someone to help her two-year-old daughter. → Read More
How Jamaican-Canadian home cooks are keeping traditions alive from a distance
For many who didn’t learn island staples, virtual lessons have became a way to keep family ties strong. → Read More
Most Black nurses in Ontario deal with racism. This task force of nurses has a way forward
“The whiteness of our profession is blinding,” RNAO president Doris Grinspun said, noting the lack of diversity is especially pronounced in leadership. → Read More
Is the balaclava trend offensive? These Muslim women say it’s complicated
The balaclava's wide popularity this winter season on runways and Tik Tok alike has some wondering why, despite its similarity to a religious head-covering like a hijab, reactions to the two can be so different. → Read More
‘Show them as people’: Portraits of Quebec mosque shooting victims mark tragedy’s fifth anniversary
“(It) is a way for us as communities and as a country to remember their story … which is part of Canada’s story.” → Read More
Art installation at Union Station vandalized with a slave collar drawing
The artist behind the piece, Anique Jordan, said she was “rocked” by the incident. → Read More