Edmonton, AB | Public Health Agency of Canada Black Canadians continue to face significant barriers to accessing mental health services and supports, including cost of care, a history of systemic racism and discrimination in healthcare, personal and community experiences of racial bias, and overall lack of culturally representative and responsive mental health professionals. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Black communities by putting forward transformational investments and initiatives that empower people of African descent, combat anti-Black racism, and address longstanding and systemic barriers to their social and economic inclusion. The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, welcomed a second International Decade for People of African …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow proclaimed February as Black History Month, launching the City of Toronto’s annual celebration of Black Canadians’ heritage, traditions and culture. Read the full proclamation on the City’s webpage. Black History Month recognizes the contributions of Black Canadians to education, medicine, art, culture, public service, economic development, politics, human rights and more in Toronto. 2024 marks 45 …
Ottawa – Supporting the mental health and well-being of people in Canada, particularly those who face disproportionate challenges because of systemic racism, discrimination, socio economic status or social exclusion, is a priority for the Government of Canada. To help address the disproportionate impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the mental health of Black individuals and communities, the Government of Canada …
