CHAMPIONS

The changing (read diverse) face of the Canadian population has made it imperative for companies, big and small, to pay attention to ethnic markets, diverse work environments and an inclusive method of getting things done. Canadian Immigrant spoke to top influencers, including Balmoral Multicultural’s Sharifa Khan, about why diversity is ...

Although born in Montreal to immigrant parents, Daniel Roukema was raised around the world and feels like an immigrant at heart. So it came natural for the communications professional to focus his career on helping newcomers. And, as the director of communications at the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council ...

Adam Solomon sings in English, Swahili, Lingala, and Mijikenda (the Nine Tribes from Mombasa on the Kenyan coast).  “The Professor”, as he is known in musical circles, is highly respected as a lead guitarist and vocalist.  He and his fellow musicians create a unique sound that combines African blues and ...

A registered nurse who spearheaded a “basket of love” collection for a sick colleague; a pharmacist who drove to the other side of the city to pick up medication for a patient; a social worker who created a community garden space for mental health and addictions patients: these are just ...

The Liberal government has introduced new legislation to remove barriers to citizenship erected by its Conservatives predecessors while retaining and extending officials’ authority to deal with fraud. The changes, expected to be implemented this year, will provide greater flexibility for applicants trying to meet the requirements for citizenship and help immigrants ...