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13-year-old Montrealer takes on racism in hockey

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Montreal teen aims to make hockey more inclusive with online diversity group

After being the target of racist remarks since he was eight years old, Matéo Pérusse-Shortte hopes to help hockey players navigate their struggles on and off the ice.

Canada Montreal March 4

'It's no longer a dream': New initiative aims to boost Black engagement in politics

Newly formed Black Voters Matter (BVM) Canada (West & North) partner with Black-led organizations to encourage political change.

Canada North March 4

City council progressives Helmer, Salih, won't seek re-election in 2022

Two progressive voices on London city council — Mo Salih and Jesse Helmer — announced today in a joint statement that they will not seek re-election in 2022.

Canada London March 3

Confronting racism: How a white discussion group found a home at a Black community association

The West Island Black Community Association in Montreal has created a discussion group exclusively for white people to confront racism within themselves and their communities. It's a program led by a white woman who pitched the idea to WIBCA.

Radio The Doc Project March 3

Two young Edmontonians start project to give insight into the unique Black experience

Canada Edmonton March 3

New equity group aims to tackle anti-Blackness in Windsor-Essex public schools

Canada Windsor March 3

Parents of Black children take matters into their own hands, launching Ontario school racism reporting tool

Canada Toronto March 2

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