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‘A work in progress’: after 50 years Canada’s multiculturalism policy a ‘model,’ but must shift to ‘dismantling’ discrimination, say panellists

Canada’s multicultural policy, adopted 50 years ago in a world first, is ‘one of our country's greatest achievements,’ says ISG Senator Donna Dasko at a panel dissecting the half-century anniversary.

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October 6, 2021

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‘A work in progress’: after 50 years Canada’s multiculturalism policy a ‘model,’ but must shift to ‘dismantling’ discrimination, say panellists

Canada’s multicultural policy, adopted 50 years ago in a world first, is ‘one of our country's greatest achievements,’ says ISG Senator Donna Dasko at a panel dissecting the half-century anniversary.

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‘Action, not words’ needed to cool potential long, hot One Canadian protest summer, says Liberal strategist

‘Action, not words’ needed to cool potential long, hot One Canadian protest summer, says Liberal strategist

Carney’s quiet public service revolution

PSPC using an AI bot named ‘Ava’ to help clear Phoenix pay system backlog

‘Too many rules’: AG urges feds to streamline procurement, reduce outsourcing

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Beating the heat at Birkett Castle with the Royal Conservatory and Tamás Török

Canada’s water is a strategic asset, so let’s treat it like one

National Indigenous History month event featuring author Phyllis Webstad happening at Library and Archives Canada on June 26

If Carney wants to transform the economy, he needs to fix the housing crisis

Carney says Indigenous traditions are key to protecting nature—Métis climate leadership offers a path forward

‘One of the most inventive minds’: ex-minister John McCallum has died

‘One of the most inventive minds’: ex-minister John McCallum has died

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‘A work in progress’: after 50 years Canada’s multiculturalism policy a ‘model,’ but must shift to ‘dismantling’ discrimination, say panellists

Canada’s multicultural policy, adopted 50 years ago in a world first, is ‘one of our country's greatest achievements,’ says ISG Senator Donna Dasko at a panel dissecting the half-century anniversary.

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