Toronto Takes a Stand Against Gender-Based and Intimate Partner Violence
In a resolute move to address a pressing societal issue, Toronto city council passed a motion presented by Mayor Olivia Chow, officially declaring gender-based violence and intimate partner violence as an epidemic within the city. The declaration, adopted with...
Ottawa’s O-Train Woes: A Tale of Delays and Frustrations
O-Train Shutdown: A Never-Ending Nightmare The O-Train line in Ottawa has become a never-ending nightmare for commuters, with a second full-day shutdown due to a loose axle bearing issue. The sudden suspension of service during Monday’s afternoon commute caught...
Unleashing Montreal’s Transportation Revolution: Ride the New REM for Free on July 29 and 30
Montreal REM, short for Réseau express métropolitain, is a new light rail network in Montreal, Canada. It is a state-of-the-art transportation system designed to provide efficient and sustainable travel options for residents and visitors alike. The REM will connect...
The Struggle for Housing Affordability: Minimum Wage vs. Soaring Rental Costs
A recent report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has shed light on the daunting reality of housing affordability in Toronto. The study indicates that Ontario’s minimum wage would need to skyrocket to $40 an hour for workers to comfortably afford...
The Struggle for Fairness: SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes Disrupt Film Industry
Shifting Dynamics in the Entertainment Industry In a major upheaval for the entertainment industry, the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) have initiated strikes that have...
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said she’s “speechless” about the continued delayed of the Eglinton Crosstown, saying she’s no more knowledgeable on the project than residents and business owners who’ve been waiting years for it to wrap up.
“I don’t know what to say anymore, it’s leaving me speechless,” said Chow.
