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'Like a permanent barrier': Ontario urged to change hiring rules for people with criminal records

‘Like a permanent barrier’: Ontario urged to change hiring rules for people with criminal records

More than one million people in Ontario have a criminal record. For many, the record causes barriers when it comes to finding meaningful work. An organization known for advocating for the betterment of those who’ve been previously incarcerated or have a record, has put forward new recommendations that could help ease their transition into the workforce.

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Why Gisèle Pelicot, at the heart of France's shocking mass rape trial, is being called a hero
Star

October 27, 2024

Why Gisèle Pelicot, at the heart of France’s shocking mass rape trial, is being called a hero

In the midst of a horrifying mass rape trial against…

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With breast self-exam fallen from favour, how can women reduce their risk of breast cancer?
Star

October 27, 2024

With breast self-exam fallen from favour, how can women reduce their risk of breast cancer?

While the breast self-exam hasn’t been shown to help reduce…

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Calgarians have fallen out with their mayor. Jyoti Gondek believes they just don't know her yet
Star

October 27, 2024

Calgarians have fallen out with their mayor. Jyoti Gondek believes they just don’t know her yet

She’s met with past donors. She’s trying to communicate more….

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Canada still an 'open country' despite immigration cuts, says minister
Star

October 26, 2024

Canada still an ‘open country’ despite immigration cuts, says minister

Immigration minister Marc Miller says Canada is still “an open…

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Ottawa's immigration reduction plan doesn't go far enough, Alberta says
Star

October 25, 2024

Ottawa’s immigration reduction plan doesn’t go far enough, Alberta says

After the federal government said it would be making significant…

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Canadian Forces soldier calls sex 'consensual' as he testifies in his defence
Star

October 25, 2024

Canadian Forces soldier calls sex ‘consensual’ as he testifies in his defence

A Canadian Forces corporal on trial for sexual assault and…

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Foreign interference hearing closes with partisan jabs and policy points
Star

October 25, 2024

Foreign interference hearing closes with partisan jabs and policy points

Participants in a federal public inquiry are calling on Ottawa…

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Final B.C. election results won't be known until at least Sunday, could be as late as Monday
Star

October 24, 2024

Final B.C. election results won’t be known until at least Sunday, could be as late as Monday

The Surrey City Centre recount will be posted on Sunday…

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Biodiversity is a lot like Jenga, says Canadian artist behind COP16 installation
Star

October 24, 2024

Biodiversity is a lot like Jenga, says Canadian artist behind COP16 installation

Benjamin Von Wong is the artist behind Biodiversity Jenga, a…

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