Experiences of Racism in Canada
In the midst of increasing global uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, we must not forget about the experiences of the members in our own communities. Canada has always promoted diversity and multiculturalism. People with heritage and lineage from all across the globe proudly call this nation their home. Unfortunately, not all [...]
Canada’s Urgent Need for A Race-Based Analysis of all Policies in Every Level of our Government
I want to begin by thanking and acknowledging the words of many of our country’s most prominent politicians, including our Prime Minister, who have unequivocally condemned all acts of racism in any form, both here in Canada, and abroad. These sentiments provide critical leadership in a time when it [...]
Dasht-e-Barchi Maternity Ward Attack – Part 2
Last week I wrote about the terrible attack on Dasht-e-Barchi’s maternity ward. Gunmen had stormed that hospital and killed scores of innocent civilians, mothers in labor, others waiting for delivery, and newborn children less than an hour old. Three women in the delivery room with their unborn babies were [...]
Eid Mubarak!
Muslims in Canada and around the world have been observing the holy month of Ramadan: a time of worship, contemplation, and reflection on the need to better understand the faith of Islam. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar. The month of Ramadan is also when it [...]
Dasht-e-Barchi Maternity Ward Attack
The other day I happened to be watching the news and I was overcome with grief after seeing a horrific video of mothers and babies being slaughtered and maimed in Afghanistan. I would like to share the video with you. Note: This video contains graphic images – viewer discretion [...]
A Salute To Nurses – The Story of Mary Seacole
"Did these ladies shrink from accepting my aid because my blood flowed beneath a somewhat duskier skin than theirs? Tears streamed down my foolish cheeks, as I stood in the fast thinning streets; tears of grief that any should doubt my motives – that Heaven should deny me the [...]