Nursing shortage hinders COVID-19 response in the midst of the Omicron variant
As Ontario faces its worst COVID-19 outbreak yet, nurses are demanding better treatment amid a serious staffing shortage.
Diego is a communications student at York University’s Glendon campus. As a Filipino international student, he is deeply passionate about issues affecting racialized and immigrant communities, as well as LGBTQ+. Through his writing, he hopes to shed light on these issues within a Canadian context. In his free time, Diego likes to play guitar and learn new languages.
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York professor devises anti-mattering scale to measure mental health
This scale uses the concept of “mattering” and how one perceives how much they matter to assess their mental health.
Restaurants reflect on COVID-19 pandemic
While the restaurant industry regains its clientele, restaurant owners are calling for increased supports and lessened restrictions
Return of the social lives: Students head back to events and bars as Ontario opens up
After more than a year of lockdowns, students are eager to partake in social activities again
York observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
A virtual event was held last week, which included speeches from York community members and a community panel
Activists call for Ontario government to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as provincial holiday
September 30 has been recognized as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by the federal government, but provincial governments are not following suit
Ontario prepares to launch vaccine passport program
Businesses will require clients to present proof of vaccination starting September 22
Students struggle with barriers to voter turnout in upcoming federal election
The cancellation of the Vote on Campus program and a lack of acknowledgment of key issues affecting students may affect young voter turnout
Indian international students struggle with extended travel restrictions to Canada
International students are faced with increased travel costs and a lack of support from institutions and the government
Recent discoveries at residential schools lead to reappraisal of Indigenous history, colonial institutions
These discoveries have led to many Canadians reassessing the significance of long-established institutions such as Canada Day and historical figures in Canadian history.