Meditation
Meditation is a practice that has been used for thousands of years to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve mental clarity. While it may seem like something only for adults, meditation can also be a powerful tool for young people. In this blog post, we’ll explore what meditation is, why it’s beneficial, and how you […]
‘We need more BIPOC doctors,’ but barriers persist for some students on the road to medicine
Khadija Abawajy remembers the moment she saw a Black medical student who wears the hijab for the first time on campus. “I was so excited. … It filled me with so much joy,” said Abawajy, who also identifies as Black and Muslim. Abawajy did not encounter many Black or Muslim physicians, medical students, or pre-med […]
Black Canadians and Trust: Shared Values are Key, but there is Room for Improvement
Toronto, ON, April 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to the new CanTrust Index Study of Black Canadians, a first-of-its-kind study, only 35 percent of Black Canadians believe that most people can be trusted compared to 49 percent of the general population. This is driven by lower trust levels among the youngest group, with less than […]
Black nurses’ group hopes to promote inclusivity, fight racism within Quebec’s health network
Black nurses in Quebec say they experience racism, microaggressions and isolation Montreal nursing student Schnaidarlie Banatte says she’s often the only Black person on her hospital floor. And although she’s relatively new to the field, she’s already had to brush off situations of racism. “When some people say ‘I prefer a white nurse,’ it hurts […]