The North conjures images of an untouched land. However, youths who know and who have experienced the North also know that the region’s natural beauty is under threat from prospects of resource development and environmental degradation. These issues are among the chief concerns of the Youth Arctic Coalition (YAC), a new independent forum fostering youth … Continue reading
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UN Special Rapporteur claims “crisis” of aboriginal rights in Canada
John Anaya, special rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, visited Canada for nine days in October 2013 to interview First Nations communities and government officials, after the United Nations (UN) criticized the country for its treatment of aboriginal citizens. In September, Canada had its third Universal Periodic Review by the Human Rights Council (HRC), … Continue reading
Washington Redskins team name under attack
National Football League (NFL) team the Washington Redskins has been heavily criticized for the name of their team, a name that is said to offend Native Americans. The recent controversy began when President Barack Obama said, in an interview to the Associated Press on Oct. 5, that if he were the owner of the team … Continue reading
Burma’s forgotten refugee crisis
In the midst of one of the greatest refugee crises in history, the stories of the Rohingya people are easily silenced. While media outlets and UN resolutions focus on Syria’s displaced millions, the atrocities being committed against the Burmese minority quickly fade in the rear view mirror. After a 2010 general election in which military … Continue reading
McGill University hosts Third Annual Indigenous Awareness Week
For its third consecutive year, McGill’s lower field was crowded with students, staff, and community members, coming together to witness an inclusive, colourful pow-wow that would launch Indigenous Awareness Week. From September 23rd to 27th, McGill was host to various events such as numerous informational talks by professionals in their fields, interactive workshops in making dream-catchers, … Continue reading
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