Advocacy – Immigrant Muse Magazine

Declining Housing Supply Presents Opportunities for Equitable Population Redistribution

June 23, 2022June 22, 2022 Oyin Ajibola

Housing availability and affordability have been a growing concern in Canada for a few years, especially in the last two years. In recent times, newcomers to metropolitan cities including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal have faced the harsh reality of homelessness, with a limited supply of suitable homes in desired locations at affordable costs. The increasing inflation rate has further aggravated the situation and forced many to embark on inter-city migration.

Gender Inequality in Immigrant Service Delivery

April 1, 2022May 13, 2022 Chinye Talabi

Are the genders equal when it comes to immigrant service delivery? Do men not face gender-specific settlement challenges? Why are there few to no dedicated organizations helping immigrant men? Is success the prerogative of only women?

The workplace – a hotbed for subtle racism

March 1, 2022May 13, 2022 Chinye Talabi

Why is the workplace a hotbed for racial discrimination amongst adult immigrants? According to a recent York University study, around 96 per cent of Black Canadians say racism is a concern at work, and 78 per cent say that “the workplace racism they have noticed is severe”.

The Ontario Working for Workers Act

January 1, 2022May 13, 2022 Immigrant Muse

The Ontario Working for Workers Act changed several existing Acts, three of which specifically affect immigrants: Employment Protection for Foreign Nationals Act (Live-in Caregivers and Others), 2009; Employment Standards Act, 2000; and Fair Access to Regulated Professions and Compulsory Trades Act, 2006. What does this mean for immigrants?

Immigration Backlog Affects Families Around the World

December 2, 2021November 29, 2021 Immigrant Muse

Lives, incomes, hopes and dreams are being dashed by the unexplained delays in the immigration process. This article shows how prioritizing immigration applications could be a win-win for all stakeholders.

Reuniting Families Through a Game of Chance – Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship

November 5, 2021May 18, 2022 Oyin Ajibola

The Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship program no doubt reunites families. However, the random selection process has more negative effects than positive. Learn how this process adds a layer of stress for immigrants and possible changes that can alleviate some of the stress.

Immigrant Business Spotlight: It’s Souper Food

November 5, 2021January 8, 2022 Immigrant Muse

Lola established It’s Souper in 2018 to help African immigrants access their food culture. In this article, Lola talks about her journey from IT to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced and what helped her overcome them. She also shared some insightful advise to help immigrants looking to start their business.

Is Canada Ready for Truth and Reconciliation?

October 9, 2021June 15, 2022 Oyin Ajibola

While it is commendable that Canada has taken the first step in righting a wrong that has resulted in generational trauma, it is crucial to avoid making the same mistakes that have led us here – a culture of subtle assimilation. What does this even mean?

Successfully Navigating the Discriminatory Job Market In Canada

September 1, 2021November 27, 2021 Immigrant Muse

While skilled migrants have for several years formed a larger part of the Canadian migrant population, the persistent job market prejudice and bias against this group has left the majority jobless, and others taking up survival jobs outside their original field of expertise just to make ends meet in the land they now call home. How can immigrants successfully navigate the labour market discrimination and what can be done to minimize it?