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March 10, 2010
The UN Special Rapporteur on adequate housing, Raquel Rolnik, has written a report that shows the impact of “mega-events” in the realization of the right to adequate housing. She says, “I am...
Homelessness, Housing, International
March 10, 2010
The BC Labour Relations Board has certified a bargaining unit of more than 70 migrant agriculture workers after a majority of the workers voted to join UFCW Canada Local 1518.
March 8, 2010
Tens of thousands of people who receive the special diet program may see more money from the governement as a result of a recent Ontario Human Rights Tribunal ruling, but poverty activists fear the...
Disability, Foodbanks and Food, Ontario
March 8, 2010
The Seniors Network BC is a coalition of seniors’ organizations and community partners working steadily and consistently to advocate on behalf of seniors to reverse the changes to federal and...
Seniors and Elders, British Columbia, Campaigns and initiatives, Organizations
March 8, 2010
The Social Policy Cafe blog is written by a social policy analyst, currently employed by the Library of Parliament who has had the privilege to work in social policy for 30 years.
Blogs, Government Policy, Poverty Research, social policy, All of Canada
March 8, 2010
The Doorway assists young people exiting the street culture in becoming self-sufficient and engaged members of society while also engaging members of the community as partners in this transition.
Alberta, Children and Youth, Homelessness, street youth, Organizations
March 2, 2010
The Ombudsperson receives inquiries and complaints about the practices and services provided by public agencies. While not an advocate, the Ombudsperson can conduct impartial and confidential...
complaints, Government Policy, ombudsman, public agency, British Columbia, Government information
March 1, 2010
The Centre for Policy Alternatives has released their annual alternative federal budget for 2010. The CCPA budget, titled "Getting the Job Done Right," focuses on unemployment and job creation.
Government Policy, All of Canada
