Building a solution for winter homelessness in Toronto
City of Toronto issues Khaleel Seivwright a warning for his encampments made for individuals experiencing homelessness — a pressing issue in the winter months.
Tag: Current Issues & Events
What the pandemic has revealed about medical care
Ontario’s healthcare system was underprepared for such a pandemic because the issues with Canada’s medicare dates back to even before COVID-19 struck.
Vaccine update: Moderna and Pfizer lead the way
The two pharmaceutical giants have made leaps in their vaccine efforts and hope to have it distributed to the public soon.
Toronto and Peel move into gray lockdown phase
“The situation is extremely serious,” says Premier Doug Ford as Toronto and Peel face a second lockdown.
Project Amber: hit or miss?
Google’s parent company attempts a promising technology designed to aid in mental health, but not without its fair share of issues along the way.
New COVID-19 mutations
Mutations in the coronavirus found in mink have led scientists and researchers to question and debate the implications these mutations will have on developing a vaccine and the efficacy of treatments.
#EndSARS protests against police brutality in Nigeria muster global solidarity
Members of the York community have joined the movement, condemning acts of police and military violence.
Updated provincial policy calls for new indoor mask mandate
Regardless of social distancing measures, masks must be worn at all times indoors.
York Indigenous Council and activists across Canada condemn violent attacks on Mi’kmaq fisheries
Violence towards Indigenous fishers in Nova Scotia has inspired rallies in solidarity with the victims.
Liberals avoid snap election, yet uncertainty looms
An abrupt election was avoided, but questions about the Liberal government remain.