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Technology giants fire employees in tidal waves
While Musk alleges the causal factors for layoffs as an oncoming recession and slowing consumerism in the aging tech sector, experts provide alternate perspectives on the waves of employment termination.

Emily Rogers December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

For the past month, the media has been buzzing about Elon Musk’s US$44 billion buyout of the social media platform…

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Ontario’s provincial healthcare system is failing its most vulnerable patients
Due to over-the-counter drug shortages, along with increasing RSV and flu cases, Ontario's ICUs are operating at over capacity, leading to poor patient care.

Cristina Pincente December 5, 2022May 23, 2023

As hospitals face overcrowding, long wait times, and staffing shortages, Ontario’s most vulnerable patients, such as people struggling with mental…

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Humanitarian crisis intensifies in war-torn Ukraine

Kiara Senanayake December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

The Russo-Ukrainian war has resulted in mass civilian casualties, displacements, and significant damage to the Ukrainian infrastructure. Between February 24—when…

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Ontario government passes bill to address housing crisis
Sweeping housing policy changes spark criticism from local governments and conservation authorities.

Emily Prete December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

On November 28, 2022, the Ontario Government passed Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act. The bill tackles Ontario’s…

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The Credit Valley Conservation highlights alarming climate data in the City of Mississauga
Experts discuss the adverse effects of climate change and affirm the importance of collective actions and unity when implementing solutions and initiatives.

Angelina Jaya Siew December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

On November 22, 2022, as part of U of T’s Adam Sustainability Celebration, the Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), an organization…

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Students protest the continued employment of UTM professor found guilty of sexual harassment
The UTMSU and PEARS Project call for the termination of UTM professor Robert Reisz’s employment, following the U of T administration’s alleged silence regarding the issue.

Aidan Thompson and River Knott December 5, 2022May 23, 2023

On November 30, 2022, students protested U of T’s inaction after an external investigation substantiated allegations of sexual harassment, racial…

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Mihail Cubata November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

FIFA participants consider legal action over “OneLove” armband ban Seven national teams participating in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar…

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Sexually and gender diverse youths face higher rates of bullying in Canada
Studies released by Statistics Canada reveal the prevalence of bullying and stigma among 2SLGBTQI+ youths, as experts advocate for increased awareness and support.

Kirsty MacLellan November 28, 2022May 23, 2023

On October 18, 2022, Statistics Canada released a study bringing attention to the vast amount of bullying that sexually and…

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Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan: A step towards equality
After two years of consultations and deliberation, the Canadian government releases its plan to improve inclusivity, recognize diversity, and quell 2SLGBTQI+ discrimination across Canada.

Hema Ramnarine November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

On August 28, 2022, the federal government released Canada’s first Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan. The plan aimed at improving rights…

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The UTMSU introduces its plans for a winter lobby week
In their annual general meeting, the UTMSU reviewed the previous year’s initiatives and introduced its lobby week event for UTM students to chime in on what needs to be improved upon.

Larry Lau November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

On November 24, 2022, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) held its annual general meeting (AGM) in Deerfield…

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Transgender people face discriminatory treatment
In both the US and Canada, transgender inmates have had their rights violated, as prison systems place them in gender-divided cells that do not match their gender identities.

Zitong Chen November 28, 2022January 27, 2023

Nikita Dragun, a transgender woman and an influencer, “was arrested and held in a men’s unit of a Miami jail”…

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Queer communities speak out against police chief-elect’s record of violence
Future Toronto Chief of Police’s record of violating queer women and gender-non-conforming individuals rights breaches the 2SLGBTQI+ community’s trust.

Emily Rogers November 28, 2022May 23, 2023

On December 19, 2022, Myron Demkiw will be taking over the Chief of Police position at Toronto Police Services (TPS)….

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Interest rates rise as Bank of Canada strives to curb inflation

Larry Lau November 21, 2022May 23, 2023

In a press release dated October 26, 2022, the Bank of Canada (BoC), Canada’s central bank, explained that inflation remains…

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Influenza epidemic begins in Canada alongside rising RSV infections and the Covid-19 pandemic
As temperatures drop and children’s cold medicine faces supply shortages, increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases spurs experts to recommend vaccination, masking, and avoiding crowds.

Kathleen Xu November 21, 2022November 21, 2022

The Public Health Agency of Canada’s November 5, 2022, Respiratory Virus Report, revealed a steep increase in respiratory viral infections…

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The CUPE protest, GO Transit strike, and the notwithstanding clause—how they are affecting worker’s rights
The Ontario government rescinds Bill 28—a back-to-work legislation that was passed using the notwithstanding clause—as part of a deal with the CUPE to end education workers’ protest.

Mariana Dominguez Rodriguez November 21, 2022May 23, 2023

On November 7, 2022, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) protest—which arose due to the labour union’s 11.7 per…

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