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EXPLORING THE COMPLEXITIES OF AFRO-INDIGENOUS IDENTITY: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY
Afro-Indigenous identity is a unique and complex blend of African and Indigenous heritage that represents the blending of cultures and...
Hiba Elsadati
Feb 25, 20232 min read
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UGTS’ contribution to decolonization and efforts to overcome addiction problems in our community
This month of December’s theme is about equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at Unique Get Together Society (UGTS). With the pressing...
Domoina Ranjatoelina
Dec 13, 20223 min read
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Medical system disparities in Canada
Presentation of the Canadian medical system Canada is often ranked among the most liveable and stable economies in the world. According...
Domoina Ranjatoelina
Oct 4, 20222 min read
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“Third-world conditions exist down here.” Inside the Crisis on East Hastings
An online survey of a sample of 800 B.C. occupants found significant disappointment with all degrees of government with regards to...
Debra Abraham
Sep 27, 20223 min read
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Learn about the Sikh Community in Canada
Sikhism Sikhism is the fifth-largest world religion with an estimated 27 million followers worldwide. It arose in the 15th century in the...
Preksha Goenka
Jul 22, 20224 min read
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Summer 2022's events are celebrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The month of June 2022 was filled with tons of events and celebrations, including (but not limited to) the Indigenous and Pride...
Domoina Ranjatoelina
Jul 6, 20225 min read
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Financial Literacy in the Black Community
Closing the Wealth Gap African Americans have struggled for decades to build wealth in America. Historical injustices — including...
Rachel Christian
Jun 17, 202211 min read
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How to Heal Your Inner Child - Childhood Trauma
You cannot change yesterday but you can change tomorrow. When it comes to childhood trauma the first thing you need to understand is that...
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May 19, 20223 min read
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It's that time of year again !
Dear UGTS fans, We are thrilled to announce to you that the official countdown has now started for our “Walk for Trauma 2022”! Yassss,...
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May 16, 20222 min read
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A Pivotal Time - Sleep for Teens.
Sleep is pivotal to ensuring teenagers emotional and physical well-being. More than half of all teenagers in Canada aren’t getting the...
Jayden Walsh
Jan 14, 20222 min read
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How Does Outreach & Intervention Help The Homeless?
How intensive outreach and intervention has helped homeless young adult Canadians experiencing first episode psychosis and substance use...
William Hickmott
Nov 12, 20212 min read
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The Wellbeing of Young Immigrants
The Wellbeing of Young Immigrants in Canada by William Hickmott RMIT University x UGTS It has been well documented through multiple...
William Hickmott
Nov 10, 20212 min read
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A Dreamcatcher Workshop
Thursday, September 30th, 2021 marked the first National day for Truth and Reconciliation. Here are UGTS, we wanted to #honourtheday by...
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Oct 5, 20211 min read
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Food Insecurity in Indigenous Communities
Staggering statistics in the Indigenous Communities in Canada.
Shanzey Imran
Jul 19, 20211 min read
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Invisibly Disabled
By Kelsey McGregor When you look at me, you wouldn’t guess that I have a disability. To the professional – you might be able to guess...
Kelsey McGregor
Jul 7, 20213 min read
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National Indigenous History Month
By Bella Abraham As we recognize it being National Indigenous History and Pride Month, we want to honour someone that represents both...
Bella Abraham
Jun 16, 20212 min read
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A Great Deal of Systemic Racism
By MIALOPTE Disclaimer This blog is exclusively done as a practicum requirement. Any information, views, and opinions that may be covered...
MIALOPTE
Apr 22, 20219 min read
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BLACK LIVES MATTER
by Graham Green Introduction In previous sections of this blog, I talked about the History of slavery in Canada. Today, even though...
Graham Green
Apr 22, 20219 min read
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Racism and Discrimination against Chinese Canadians during COVID-19
By Graham Green With the COVID-19 Pandemic still ravaging Canada and the wider world, it’s sad to see the racist and discriminatory...
Graham Green
Apr 21, 20216 min read
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Reservation in Indian education
by Monika Sidhu There is no doubt that people of many countries face inequalities in various aspects of their life such as education,...
Monika Sidhu
Apr 15, 20219 min read
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