SSHRC Partnerships Tool-Kit
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)听is a Canadian federal research-funding agency that promotes and supports post-secondary research and training in the humanities and social sciences.
Dr. Shariff Offers Expertise on the Pandemic Paradox
Dr. Shaheen Shariff, along with other experts at 污污草莓视频 University, offered her expertise to the听pandemic paradox Canadians are currently experiencing: they have been asked to go out听and face the threat that has kept them home-bound for weeks. Dr.
Op-Ed: How COVID-19 is Affecting Vulnerable Students
Carolyn Peris is a research assistant on IMPACTS, a special needs teacher in Montreal, and a big sister to a brother with Down Syndrome.
Children's Rights Creative Contest from the Landon Pearson Centre
The Landon Pearson Centre is inviting children and young people听aged 4-18 to share their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Folks are invited to express themselves听through short stories, drawings, videos, and听more.听Winning entries will receive a cash prize and will be invited to publish in the Canadian Journal of Children鈥檚 Rights Special Issue 2021.听
'You Clap for Me Now' Video Highlights the Role of Immigrant Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
A video titled "You Clap for Me Now" features UK residents and people of foreign heritage reciting an anti-racist poem in order to highlight the crucial role immigrant workers are playing in the COVID-19 outbreak.
Signal for Help Campaign Launches to Help People Experiencing Gender-Based Violence During Home Isolation
The Canadian Women鈥檚 Foundation, one of the IMPACTS Project partners, has announced its support for Signal for Help, an online initiativ
COVID-19 Resources
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted our lives and, consequently, there are individuals and communities in need of additional supports and resources. We on the听IMPACTS Project are dedicated to supporting people affected by sexual violence, domestic violence, and abuse. Here is a list of some resources, information, and other supports available.
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Prime Minister Trudeau Announces Support for Sexual Assault Centres and Vulnerable Canadians
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the听Canadian government has been working to support vulnerable populations. Certain communities and individuals face additional risks and harm, particularly as services and resources are closed, and as they are forced to stay home. Today,听Prime Minister Trudeau announced that the government will provide additional support to women and children at risk of violence.
Op-Ed: For Some People, Home Isn't the Safest Place
As Canadians increasingly self-isolate amid urgent and necessary calls by the federal and provincial governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many women and children will be at greater risk of facing domestic violence. In fact, for many, a greater threat to their health and safety might be in their very home.
Government Power in Times of Pandemic
Dr. Wayne MacKay听of Dalhousie University, and partner on the IMPACTS Project,听recently spoke to Information Morning with Louise Renault and Portia Clark. The CBC radio show provides Nova Scotia with news, survival information, stories and opinions from all perspectives in the province.听
A Thin Line Between Freedom of Expression and Intimidation
The Internet makes it possible to publish any comment, message or insult quickly, even impulsively. Have laws followed the evolution of the web? Can the law on freedom of expression be adapted to the new realities?
Experts: International Women's Day 2020
Dr. Shaheen Shariff Denounces Online Hate Speech against Mohawks
Dr. Shaheen Shariff was asked to comment on the online threats and hate directed towards Mohawks blocking rail traffic south of Montreal.
Read Dr. Shariff's comments here.
Read the full story on The Guardian.