Data + research are vital in the push for racial equity in the industry. Read our first-ever report on the current state of race-based data collection in Canadian film/TV. 👇🏾 bit.ly/3FJxJGj cc Nordicity Inspirit Foundation

Introducing RAT Tracker—a citizen-powered tool for anonymous reporting of rapid antigen test results for Toronto students. The data collected will fill a gap in our understanding of Omicron’s spread and inform the COVID-19 situation at each Toronto school. thelocal.to/rat-tracker/

1/5 When I was assigned this story, I thought it’d a 750-word profile on a neat subject. Instead, it’s a 3,000-word deep dive. Why? Because there’s so much that’s instructive about the @inspiritfdn’s impact investment journey...futureofgood.co/inspirit-found…

The news is out! Let’s do this!! EXCLUSIVE: Racial Equity Media Collective appoints inaugural managing director Lisa Valencia-Svensson playbackonline.ca/2022/01/27/exc…

It's the 5th Anniversary of the Quebec Mosque Shooting. It's long overdue for us to reckon with the consequences of the War on Terror rhetoric. Of "us vs them." Of "good" Muslims + "bad" ones. Or there will be more bans, more Guantánamo and more shootings. thestar.com/news/canada/20…

After serious consideration I’ve decided to put my name forward for City Councillor in Spadina Fort–York. I’m not your typical candidate. But it’s about time for that, isn’t it? I’m ready and excited to take on this role in the fight for a just city. thestar.com/news/gta/2022/…

Happy #IWD! Today's also my birthday. My wish is that folks support the incredible work of the Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society twhls.ca

Great start to Mosquers Film Festival last night! Inspirit Foundation #Mosquers #OpeningCredits

#YEG mayor Amarjeet Sohi proclaiming Mar. 12 Mosquers Film Festival Day in from of a packed house!

So good! Kayem 🇱🇾 ⵣ and his band are bringing!!! #MFF22

Our small, mighty, and fun team is looking for a new member!

Reading The Local Magazine's thoughtful analysis and reporting during the past two years has enriched my understanding and appreciation of my hometown (and highlighted where and how we can do better). This issue continues that trend: thelocal.to/issue-14/

Have expertise in #media/#public relations, #advocacy, #public policy, or #researchandevaluation? Volunteer as a #boardmember at FYI! Collaborate with a team of diverse, social justice and equity-seeking leaders and professionals. Apply by June 10, 2022 ow.ly/rQzm50JqpVH

Yes! So great to see these stellar folks in the inaugural #NarrativeChangeLab cohort!

Canadian foundations are sitting on $116 billion in assets. colette murphy Atkinson Foundation “With $116 billion there is power ... real progress can be made on responsible investing" thephilanthropist.ca/2022/10/naviga… The Philanthropist Journal @share_ca

📢 ANNOUNCING 📢 Applications for the 2023 Local Journalism Fellowship are now open! This is a paid 13-week opportunity for emerging journalists from communities underrepresented in Canadian media. No formal training required. thelocal.to/the-local-jour…

This is a historic moment for Black-led non-profits and charities in Canada. We’re honoured to accept the $200M Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund from Employment and Social Development Canada on behalf of Black Canadian communities. Read more: forblackcommunities.org/the-foundation…

Silk Road Theatre is proud to announce the production of "The Rishta" written by Uzma Jalaluddin and directed by Masha Bashmakova, running from March 30th to April 8th at the @CentaurTheatre in Montreal!

Join us on March 30th, at our FREE in-person & virtual forum where we discuss the challenges Muslim and under-represented communities face in the arts & culture industry, and ways to increase youth engagement in the arts. Register: silkroadforum.eventbrite.ca