News by subject: DEI

The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will deliver remarks during the opening event of a new location in Kanata, Ontario. A media availability will follow the event. Please note that all details are subject to...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day: "Fifteen years ago, the quarter-century-long armed conflict in Sri Lanka came to an end. Tens of thousands of Tamils tragically lost their...

L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan today held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their Community Resource Center (CRC) in Panorama City, located at 7868 Van Nuys Blvd. in the Plant Shopping Center.  ...

Watkins-Conti Products, Inc. ("Watkins-Conti"), a company that develops innovative and accessible solutions for women's pelvic health, has obtained 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Y?ni.Fit® Bladder Support...

Dr. Thomas A. Pane, a double-board certified plastic surgeon and founder of Atlantic Coast Aesthetics, is pleased to announce that he has posted a new "Ask Dr. Pane" blog and video to his website regarding a specific part of the mommy makeover...

Members of the shíshálh Nation have begun moving into to their new homes with the opening of 34 new affordable homes. The Nation has received more than $2.8 million from the federal government through the Affordable Housing Fund for the project....

Today, the Chacachas Treaty Nation and the Government of Canada announced that Chacachas and Canada have taken a key step toward a renewed relationship by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Advancing Reconciliation. The co-developed...

The following article was published today by China Daily:   China and the United States have only the responsibility to jointly uphold peace, and no single reason to incite confrontation, Beijing's top envoy in...

Meals on Wheels America ? the leadership organization supporting the around 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation ? recognized Older Americans Month on Capitol Hill...

Today, we stand at a pivotal moment for District 9. A moment that underscores the incredible resilience and potential of our community. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee is leading the charge to transform one of our most underserved...

Ronald McDonald House® Orange County (RMHOC) will hold its 15th Annual Walk for Kidstm on June 1, 2024, at Championship Soccer Stadium in Irvine, CA. Walk for Kids is a community event to help raise funds for the families who rely on the services,...

Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family. As a result,...

Minister Guilbeault issued an Interim Order to the petrochemical industry in Sarnia, Ontario, responding to the significant danger to human health of volatile organic compounds, including benzene, originating from these facilities. Aamjiwnaang First...

The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will deliver remarks during the opening event of a new location in Kanata, Ontario. A media availability will follow the event. Please note that all details are subject to...

Semper Fi & America's Fund (The Fund), a San Diego-based national veteran nonprofit organization that provides lifetime support to critically wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families, proudly celebrates its 20th...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: "Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reaffirm our...

Today, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced the 2023-2024 Mazda CX-5 earned the highest rating in their newest crash test....

Lionel Ryes, represented by Rob Wiley, P.C., filed suit in federal court against Cathcart Repair Facilities, LLC for race discrimination and retaliation. Mr. Ryes alleges he was treated differently than other employees because he is Black. According...

Inuit children and families are still not receiving the social and youth protection services to which they are entitled, according to a report published today by the Commission des droits de la personne et des droits de la jeunesse. Although programs...

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, issued the...

Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education and media company, has launched an online hub of books and curated, free resources with insights from leading child development experts to encourage positive experiences in and out of the...

During today's press conference at NRG Stadium, Webber Marketing, in partnership with the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority and Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, unveiled thrilling plans for the 10th Anniversary of the Pepsi National Battle of...

Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark invites you to honor the memories of fallen heroes and celebrate the service of veterans and active-duty military personnel at Memorial Day Masses on Monday, May 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM across various...

The Children's Tumor Foundation (CTF) announces nearly 400 world-famous buildings, bridges, waterfalls, castles and architectural icons are participating in this year's Shine a Light on NF campaign and will show their support in the global fight...

Milton's, the maker of delicious, thoughtfully crafted, better-for-you foods, worked together with its charitable partner, The Birthday Party Project, to celebrate the brand's 28th anniversary by adding a little extra magic to one of The Birthday...

The Universal Identity Council (UIDC) today held the world Premiere for its feature documentary "Shadows in the Dark: Our Global Identity Crisis" at the 77th Cannes Film Festival....

With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories...

In an industry as timeless as bridal fashion, innovation is key to staying relevant and providing value. JJ's House, a trailblazer in online retail for wedding dresses, bridesmaids dresses, and more, is now revolutionizing the wedding industry with...

The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced that its board of directors declared a first quarter cash dividend of $2.25 per share. The dividend is payable on June 13, 2024, to shareholders of record on the close of...

Paralyzed Veterans of America ? the nation's premier nonprofit of choice for disabled Veterans, their families, and caregivers ? convened more than 100 of its top leaders to Minneapolis, Minnesota as part of its 78th Annual Convention May 13-18....

Today, the governments of Quebec and Canada and the Municipality of Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes marked the start of Phase 2 of À l'ombre du clocher, a project to build 16 social and affordable housing units for semi-independent seniors in...

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, along with the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will highlight Budget 2024...

The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, on behalf of the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will make an important announcement about a National School Food Program to ensure more children in Canada receive...

The governments of Canada and Quebec and the City of Forestville today marked the start of Phase 3 of Villa Forestville, a 12-unit social and affordable housing project for seniors in Forestville....

Yesterday, the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) held its Annual Gala and Leadership Awards in Washington, D.C. The program celebrated the success of the U.S. Hispanic community and brought together an influential audience of elected...

Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result,...

National Park Trust is excited to announce that 14-time Emmy Award-winning journalist Al Roker has received the 2024 APEX Award. Since 2009, this national award has honored an individual or group that has made extraordinary efforts to enhance the...

A new integration between Procare Solutions, a leader in child care management software for more than 30 years, and IntelliKid Systems, a leading provider of child care enrollment and marketing software, offers a suite of marketing tools to connect...

IEM International, Inc., a global leader in emergency management, disaster recovery, homeland security, and digital citizen services, is proud to announce the appointment of Alex Amparo to the newly created position of Vice President of Critical...

In honor of National Women's Health Week, Portfolia, the premier investing funds designed for the world's most powerful community of women investors, is announcing that they have invested a total of $65M into women's health companies and...

Jackson (OH) resident Kaley Lower vividly remembers the moment she first laid eyes on the daughter she never thought she would have. "I looked at my husband and just said, 'We did it,'" Kaley said, emotion choking her voice. "This was something we...

After smashing pre-sale records with tens of thousands of copies already ordered, accompanied by overwhelming public enthusiasm for Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise...

Blue Shield of California has been named a 2024 honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, one of the world's largest nonprofit organizations dedicated to accelerating people-powered change....

Beading is one of the defining mediums of contemporary Indigenous art on this continent. Until September 30, 2024, the National Gallery of Canada (NGC) will present Radical Stitch, an exhibition organized and circulated by the MacKenzie Art Gallery....

The Alliance for Healthier Communities and the Older Adult Centres Association of Ontario are pleased to announce additional funding from an anonymous donor to continue their partnership on Phase 2 of the Links2Wellbeing (L2W) Social Prescribing for...

Students of a volunteer service organization will have the opportunity next week to hear from NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps aboard the International Space Station....

Point32Health, the parent company of Tufts Health Plan and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA), have partnered on a first of its kind collaboration between the two organizations, which will focus on sports and...

Members of Montreal's Black communities will have access to a modern and dynamic new venue to showcase their artistic and cultural expression, thanks to an investment of nearly $16 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Steven...

Today, Kia announced pricing details for the 2025 Sorento PHEV, which receives a range of enhancements that lend the electrified SUV a more confident and modern appearance along with a newly added EX trim. Paired with a technology-rich interior, the...

Today, TELUS launched Mobility for Good for Indigenous Women at Risk in Quebec, a program offering free smartphones and data plans to Indigenous women at risk of, or surviving...