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How regulation protects the public, and how equity work rebuilds trust. A candid conversation with OCSWSSW leaders on standards, cultural humility, and accountability.
This Afropolitan Dialogues episode examines how the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) safeguards the public while promoting the profession towards cultural humility and equity. We unpack the mechanics of regulation, the difference between social workers and social service workers, and why representation matters for Black and Afro-Caribbean families. Our guests detail tools like the Online Public Register, the Continuing Competence Program, and an equity-informed complaints process designed to protect clients and elevate professional practice.
When life gets overwhelming, trust matters. Learn how regulated social workers and social service workers in Ontario are ready to provide safe, ethical and accountable care.
Caring for loved ones is among life’s greatest responsibilities. In moments when support is needed the most, families want assurance that they are turning to professionals who are competent, ethical and accountable.
At just 16 years old, Oshiya Newby-Morgan has etched her name into Canadian sports history, winning gold for Team Canada at the 2025 IFMA Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Her victory is not only a triumph for Dufferin County but also a milestone for Black Canadian athletes on the global stage.
Last week, a group of young Canadian athletes stepped into the global spotlight at the 2025 IFMA Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Among the 21 youth athletes and 11 coaches representing Team Canada, one remarkable victory stood out, capturing the hearts of Canadians near and far.
A recent report from United Way Greater Toronto shines light on the experiences of African asylum seekers after the 2023 shelter crisis, exposing systemic racism in housing, employment, and services while underscoring the crucial role of Black-led organizations. Centring lived experience, the research calls for stronger programs, more funding for frontline organizations, and urgent policy reform.
The summer of 2023 marked a turning point for Canada’s asylum system. Images of African asylum seekers sleeping outside Toronto’s shelter intake offices sparked outrage and urgency. As public attention grew, United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT) stepped into action, moving beyond crisis relief to long-term planning.
Born out of the loneliness of being international students in Canada, Hey Black Girl has grown into a vital platform for Black women. Through mentorship, financial literacy, and menstrual equity initiatives, the nonprofit is shaping futures in Canada and beyond.
When Martina Mbadinga arrived in Canada as a young international student, she quickly felt the weight of navigating adulthood without a village to guide her. Questions about credit cards, job applications, internships, and even how to manage a student meal plan were overwhelming. Together with fellow international students and now co-founders Tanaka and Angela, she relied on peer support to navigate milestones both big and small.
Five years after launching Canada's largest corporate campaign to end systemic anti-Black racism, the BlackNorth Initiative reflects on progress and prepares for the future with Pledge 2.0.
When the BlackNorth Initiative (BNI) launched in July 2020, it wasn’t simply responding to a moment—it was igniting a movement. Born out of urgent conversations around racial justice and corporate responsibility, BNI called on Canada’s leaders to confront the uncomfortable truths of systemic anti-Black racism in boardrooms, classrooms, and across public and private life. Five years later, the momentum has not only endured, it has matured into one of the most significant equity-focused transformations in Canada’s corporate and civic landscape.
HOOPQUEENS wrapped up its biggest season yet, showcasing elite Canadian talent and redefining women’s basketball in the lead-up to Toronto’s WNBA debut.
As the final buzzer echoed through the University of Toronto’s Goldring Centre on July 6, it was clear that HOOPQUEENS Season 4 had done more than entertain; it had solidified its place as a cornerstone in Canada’s growing women’s basketball movement. With four powerhouse teams, 40 elite athletes, and sellout crowds every Sunday from June 8 to July 6, this year’s season marked the league’s biggest and most impactful chapter yet.
In this Afropolitan Dialogues podcast episode, operations executive and entrepreneur Eric McRae shares his mission to close the digital divide for seniors across Canada through his work with Connected Canadians. From empowering older adults with essential tech skills to engaging newcomers as volunteers, Eric dives into how purpose-driven models can foster intergenerational impact, equity, and digital literacy.
Eric McRae brings a wealth of experience from the corporate world and entrepreneurship to the nonprofit sector. Now a leading force behind Connected Canadians, Eric discusses how this national nonprofit supports seniors in navigating the digital world through free, customized, one-on-one tech coaching and workshops.
On the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder and the threshold of summer—a season when parks, sidewalks, and public transit hum with life—Jay Pitter Placemaking has released a groundbreaking survey report that brings Black voices to the forefront of how public space is experienced, challenged, and reimagined. Black people, like everyone else, deserve joy, safety, and a sense of belonging in public spaces. The landmark survey reveals what that truly looks like—through data, history, and voice.
This Black History Month, AstroSankofa Arts Initiative is collaborating with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) for the third consecutive year to showcase the talents of six local Black artists while honouring six influential Black Canadians who have shaped Toronto. This year’s theme, “A City of Belonging,” acknowledges the city builders who have transformed Toronto into the multicultural and vibrant community it is today. Director of AstroSankofa, Quentin VerCetty describes the artwork as “storytelling that reclaims our past, empowers our present and shapes a limitless future for a better, brighter Toronto.”
