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🔎 Shines a light on hate & bigotry
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· Jul 30
Introducing PressProgress’s New Executive Editor
Rumneek Johal, former Associate Editor and BC Reporter, steps into new leadership role
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Introducing PressProgress’s New Executive Editor
Rumneek Johal, former Associate Editor and BC Reporter, steps into new leadership role
pressprogress.ca/introducing-...
Rumneek Johal, former Associate Editor and BC Reporter, steps into new leadership role
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So happy to see @emmaarkell.bsky.social rightfully back at PressProgress!
She'll be taking over the Health beat and assuming editing responsibilities while I go on mat leave.
In spite of the rollercoaster of a year this has been, it's been such a privilege to work with this team. Adios for now 🙂
She'll be taking over the Health beat and assuming editing responsibilities while I go on mat leave.
In spite of the rollercoaster of a year this has been, it's been such a privilege to work with this team. Adios for now 🙂
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we get to announce the return of @emmaarkell.bsky.social to the PressProgress team this month! Emma will be assuming the role of Associate Editor and providing coverage on the Health beat.
September 16, 2026 at 8:38 PM
So happy to see @emmaarkell.bsky.social rightfully back at PressProgress!
She'll be taking over the Health beat and assuming editing responsibilities while I go on mat leave.
In spite of the rollercoaster of a year this has been, it's been such a privilege to work with this team. Adios for now 🙂
She'll be taking over the Health beat and assuming editing responsibilities while I go on mat leave.
In spite of the rollercoaster of a year this has been, it's been such a privilege to work with this team. Adios for now 🙂
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Alberta UCP has quietly reversed earlier policy of charging Indigenous people for the COVID-19 vaccine in this fall's immunization drive.
This reversal comes after months of advocates and FN leaders expressing concerns to feds & UCP. #covid19
Article from March:
pressprogress.ca/alberta-char...
This reversal comes after months of advocates and FN leaders expressing concerns to feds & UCP. #covid19
Article from March:
pressprogress.ca/alberta-char...
Alberta Won’t Budge on Charging Indigenous People for COVID Vaccines
Though health advocates argue the province's $100 fee amounts to a treaty violation, the federal government rebuffed a request to step in, pointing out it's still free on reserves
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September 16, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Alberta UCP has quietly reversed earlier policy of charging Indigenous people for the COVID-19 vaccine in this fall's immunization drive.
This reversal comes after months of advocates and FN leaders expressing concerns to feds & UCP. #covid19
Article from March:
pressprogress.ca/alberta-char...
This reversal comes after months of advocates and FN leaders expressing concerns to feds & UCP. #covid19
Article from March:
pressprogress.ca/alberta-char...
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The guest is @ericwickham.ca for those of u who hate surprises 🤭
GOING LIVE NOW UNTIL 9PMET
WE’RE TALKING PRIVATIZATION! POLITICS! PROFESSORS (ft a special guest for that 👀)
COME HANG ❤️
TWITCH: twitch.tv/rachel_gilmore
YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@AtRachelGil...
TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@rachel_gilm...
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/r.gilmore?ig...
WE’RE TALKING PRIVATIZATION! POLITICS! PROFESSORS (ft a special guest for that 👀)
COME HANG ❤️
TWITCH: twitch.tv/rachel_gilmore
YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@AtRachelGil...
TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@rachel_gilm...
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/r.gilmore?ig...
September 15, 2026 at 11:17 PM
The guest is @ericwickham.ca for those of u who hate surprises 🤭
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AMAZING NEWS AMID THE CONSTANT BARRAGE OF EVIL AND DARKNESS.
THE AMAZING, INTELLIGENT, BRILLIANT, AWARD-WINNING @emmaarkell.bsky.social IS BACK IN THE @pressprogress.ca NEWSROOM AND WE ARE SO MUCH BETTER FOR IT.
THE AMAZING, INTELLIGENT, BRILLIANT, AWARD-WINNING @emmaarkell.bsky.social IS BACK IN THE @pressprogress.ca NEWSROOM AND WE ARE SO MUCH BETTER FOR IT.
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we get to announce the return of @emmaarkell.bsky.social to the PressProgress team this month! Emma will be assuming the role of Associate Editor and providing coverage on the Health beat.
September 16, 2026 at 6:25 PM
AMAZING NEWS AMID THE CONSTANT BARRAGE OF EVIL AND DARKNESS.
THE AMAZING, INTELLIGENT, BRILLIANT, AWARD-WINNING @emmaarkell.bsky.social IS BACK IN THE @pressprogress.ca NEWSROOM AND WE ARE SO MUCH BETTER FOR IT.
THE AMAZING, INTELLIGENT, BRILLIANT, AWARD-WINNING @emmaarkell.bsky.social IS BACK IN THE @pressprogress.ca NEWSROOM AND WE ARE SO MUCH BETTER FOR IT.
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Very happy to be back at @pressprogress.ca starting this week, now in the role of Associate Editor! I'll be covering the health beat while my colleague is on maternity leave, so please send story tips and let me know what's not being covered enough in health.
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we get to announce the return of @emmaarkell.bsky.social to the PressProgress team this month! Emma will be assuming the role of Associate Editor and providing coverage on the Health beat.
September 16, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Very happy to be back at @pressprogress.ca starting this week, now in the role of Associate Editor! I'll be covering the health beat while my colleague is on maternity leave, so please send story tips and let me know what's not being covered enough in health.
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we get to announce the return of @emmaarkell.bsky.social to the PressProgress team this month! Emma will be assuming the role of Associate Editor and providing coverage on the Health beat.
September 16, 2026 at 6:20 PM
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we get to announce the return of @emmaarkell.bsky.social to the PressProgress team this month! Emma will be assuming the role of Associate Editor and providing coverage on the Health beat.
Union Alleges Targeting After Ontario Science Centre Fires Entire Science Unit
Nearly half of all people laid off last week were elected officials in OPSEU Local 549
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Nearly half of all people laid off last week were elected officials in OPSEU Local 549
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Union Alleges Targeting After Ontario Science Centre Fires Entire Science Unit
Nearly half of all people laid off last week were elected officials in OPSEU Local 549
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September 15, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Union Alleges Targeting After Ontario Science Centre Fires Entire Science Unit
Nearly half of all people laid off last week were elected officials in OPSEU Local 549
pressprogress.ca/union-allege...
Nearly half of all people laid off last week were elected officials in OPSEU Local 549
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Parksville, BC Mayoral and Council Candidate Involved With Port Project Opposed by Community Residents
“We both need to put food on the table, too.”
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“We both need to put food on the table, too.”
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Parksville, BC Mayoral and Council Candidate Involved With Port Project Opposed by Union Bay Residents
“We both need to put food on the table, too.”
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September 15, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Parksville, BC Mayoral and Council Candidate Involved With Port Project Opposed by Community Residents
“We both need to put food on the table, too.”
pressprogress.ca/parksville-b...
“We both need to put food on the table, too.”
pressprogress.ca/parksville-b...
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Nearly 300 civil society organizations in Canada have called on the government to investigate an immigration raid at a peaceful protest in Calgary last month.
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Civil Society Groups Call for Investigation into Immigration Raid at International Student Protest in Calgary
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca
September 11, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Nearly 300 civil society organizations in Canada have called on the government to investigate an immigration raid at a peaceful protest in Calgary last month.
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In a statement to @pressprogress.ca a CBSA spokesperson said they "fully agree that the freedom of peaceful assembly is a Charter-protected right."
This is the first known immigration enforcement action at a peaceful protest in Canada.
This is the first known immigration enforcement action at a peaceful protest in Canada.
September 11, 2026 at 4:49 PM
In a statement to @pressprogress.ca a CBSA spokesperson said they "fully agree that the freedom of peaceful assembly is a Charter-protected right."
This is the first known immigration enforcement action at a peaceful protest in Canada.
This is the first known immigration enforcement action at a peaceful protest in Canada.
Civil Society Groups Call for Investigation into Immigration Raid at International Student Protest in Calgary
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca/civil-societ...
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca/civil-societ...
Civil Society Groups Call for Investigation into Immigration Raid at International Student Protest in Calgary
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca
September 11, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Civil Society Groups Call for Investigation into Immigration Raid at International Student Protest in Calgary
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca/civil-societ...
Groups say the CBSA Raid in Calgary last month threatens “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.”
pressprogress.ca/civil-societ...
ICYMI:
A recently fired BC Conservative staffer is now alleging questionable conduct and racial discrimination from the leader's former chief of staff.
Read more from @rumneeek.bsky.social here:
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
A recently fired BC Conservative staffer is now alleging questionable conduct and racial discrimination from the leader's former chief of staff.
Read more from @rumneeek.bsky.social here:
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung says he has filed a complaint with BC's Human Rights Tribunal.
pressprogress.ca
September 8, 2026 at 7:04 PM
ICYMI:
A recently fired BC Conservative staffer is now alleging questionable conduct and racial discrimination from the leader's former chief of staff.
Read more from @rumneeek.bsky.social here:
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
A recently fired BC Conservative staffer is now alleging questionable conduct and racial discrimination from the leader's former chief of staff.
Read more from @rumneeek.bsky.social here:
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
ICYMI:
Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford, who recently disavowed a supporter for Islamophobic beliefs, attended an event with a number of individuals who have shared bigoted views.
More from @ericwickham.ca here:
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford, who recently disavowed a supporter for Islamophobic beliefs, attended an event with a number of individuals who have shared bigoted views.
More from @ericwickham.ca here:
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca
September 8, 2026 at 5:53 PM
ICYMI:
Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford, who recently disavowed a supporter for Islamophobic beliefs, attended an event with a number of individuals who have shared bigoted views.
More from @ericwickham.ca here:
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford, who recently disavowed a supporter for Islamophobic beliefs, attended an event with a number of individuals who have shared bigoted views.
More from @ericwickham.ca here:
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
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New exclusive from the great @rumneeek.bsky.social
More chaos in the BC Conservatives, as a fired staffer alleges racist abuse from the former party chief of staff.
More chaos in the BC Conservatives, as a fired staffer alleges racist abuse from the former party chief of staff.
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca
September 3, 2026 at 11:05 PM
New exclusive from the great @rumneeek.bsky.social
More chaos in the BC Conservatives, as a fired staffer alleges racist abuse from the former party chief of staff.
More chaos in the BC Conservatives, as a fired staffer alleges racist abuse from the former party chief of staff.
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca
September 3, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Exclusive: Former BC Conservative Staffer Alleges Questionable Conduct, Racial Discrimination From Former Party Chief of Staff
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
Apollo Chung claims doctored recordings contributed to a narrative about his departure
pressprogress.ca/exclusive-fo...
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Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford recently distanced himself from a supporter for sharing Islamophobic sentiments, saying he did not "want or need the support of those who promote division and prejudice"
So what about the event last Oct attended by people who have shared Islamophobic beliefs?
So what about the event last Oct attended by people who have shared Islamophobic beliefs?
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca
September 2, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford recently distanced himself from a supporter for sharing Islamophobic sentiments, saying he did not "want or need the support of those who promote division and prejudice"
So what about the event last Oct attended by people who have shared Islamophobic beliefs?
So what about the event last Oct attended by people who have shared Islamophobic beliefs?
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca
September 2, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Toronto Mayoral Candidate Who Does Not Want Support From People Who “Sow Division,” Attended an Event with Individuals who have Shared Islamophobic Beliefs
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
Brad Bradford recently disavowed a supporter with Islamophobic beliefs.
pressprogress.ca/toronto-mayo...
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While we put our elbows up, let’s not forget that some policies exist here in Canada that mirror what is happening in the US, and we are betraying our values by letting stuff like this happen.
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca
August 25, 2026 at 10:21 PM
While we put our elbows up, let’s not forget that some policies exist here in Canada that mirror what is happening in the US, and we are betraying our values by letting stuff like this happen.
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Read this story. The rules were changed on temporary students, despite reassurances that this would not happen to them.
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca
August 25, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Read this story. The rules were changed on temporary students, despite reassurances that this would not happen to them.
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Exclusive, from me, following a CBSA raid at a peaceful protest in Calgary, where international students say they had the rules quietly changed on them in the middle of their education.
The raid comes amid rising anti-immigrant and anti-international student sentiment in Canada
The raid comes amid rising anti-immigrant and anti-international student sentiment in Canada
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca
August 25, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Exclusive, from me, following a CBSA raid at a peaceful protest in Calgary, where international students say they had the rules quietly changed on them in the middle of their education.
The raid comes amid rising anti-immigrant and anti-international student sentiment in Canada
The raid comes amid rising anti-immigrant and anti-international student sentiment in Canada
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca
August 25, 2026 at 9:53 PM
Sold a Lie: Emails Reveal Government and College Assured International Students they Would be Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit Despite Rule Changes.
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
Now, students are facing removal orders from Canada after an ICE-like CBSA raid at their protest in Calgary
pressprogress.ca/sold-a-lie-e...
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What is going on inside Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s BC Conservatives?
A number of recent shakeups and questionable social media activities make it appear as though the party is moving even further to the right.
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A number of recent shakeups and questionable social media activities make it appear as though the party is moving even further to the right.
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What is going on inside Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s BC Conservatives?
A number of recent shakeups and questionable social media activities make it appear as though the party is moving even further to the right.
pressprogress.ca
August 21, 2026 at 6:21 PM
What is going on inside Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s BC Conservatives?
A number of recent shakeups and questionable social media activities make it appear as though the party is moving even further to the right.
pressprogress.ca/what-is-goin...
A number of recent shakeups and questionable social media activities make it appear as though the party is moving even further to the right.
pressprogress.ca/what-is-goin...
PressProgress is still at the center of one of the longest and most expensive media trials in Canadian history.
August 19, 2026 at 8:25 PM
PressProgress is still at the center of one of the longest and most expensive media trials in Canadian history.