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Several federal and state agencies in the United States are investigating how racist mass texts were sent to Black people across the country in the wake of the presidential election this week. The text messages invoking slavery were sent to Black men, women and children, prompting inquiries by the FBI …
Read More »Recent deadly strikes on ships in Black Sea could scare away commercial traffic, warn analysts
After three cargo ships were hit in Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian ports this week, killing at least 10 and injuring several others, maritime analysts are warning that ship operators could start refusing to transit that stretch of the Black Sea due to the increased threat. “If attacks continue, it will eventually …
Read More »Ferocious Yukon black bears go toe-to-toe in intense fight for dominance – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size It could be described as a bear knuckle boxing match. Two massive black bears were recently caught on camera duking it out on a Yukon wilderness road, throwing punches and grappling for the dominant position in a stunning show of nature. “The …
Read More »Black youth face multiple barriers accessing mental health care, experts say – National
Black youth in Canada face multiple barriers in getting access to mental health services — and health-care providers can make the situation more difficult, experts say. The Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario is holding a conference in Toronto on Saturday for family doctors, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and …
Read More »Black Montreal theatre performer files lawsuit after puppet called racist
A Black Montreal theatre performer has filed a lawsuit against an anti-racism activist who he says falsely associated him with racism against Black people. Franck Sylvestre agues in the suit filed at the Montreal courthouse on Wednesday that Alain Babineau made unreasonable claims about a puppet in a theatre piece …
Read More »Halifax waives property taxes owed by residents of historically Black community – Halifax
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 4, 2023 11:34 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Halifax region has waived back taxes owed by three property owners in North Preston, a predominantly African Nova Scotian community where Black settlers weren’t given clear title to their …
Read More »Barbershop Talk, a talk series for Black youth, coming to Winnipeg – Winnipeg
It’s an event described as a bringing Black men and youth to connect together in a space where they can feel a sense of respectability. For its founder, it’s an event that highlights the lived experiences of racism and the importance of paying attention to the young Black men going …
Read More »Black History Manitoba, human rights museum team up for Emancipation Day event – Winnipeg
An event this Friday at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights aims to celebrate the accomplishments of Black Canadians and recognize an important historical day on the calendar. Aug. 1, known as Emancipation Day, marks the anniversary of the Slavery Abolition Act 1833, which ended slavery throughout the British Empire …
Read More »Black River First Nation man facing multiple gun charges after early morning incident – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A man from Black River First Nation is facing a raft of charges after being arrested in connection with shots fired outside a home in the community Monday morning. Manitoba RCMP said officers from the Powerview detachment were called to the scene …
Read More »Sask. RCMP looking for black truck in fatal George Gordon First Nation hit and run
Police are warning residents to not approach the vehicle, but to call 911 if they see the truck. News Source link
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