St. James Town - Human Rights

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Human Rights

August 2021

Re-envisioning the St. James Town West Park

Blending form with function in design and application is always at the heart of architectural projects. Adding social and inspirational factors to the equation can sometimes become less of a priority. But with a project like a public park in a neighbourhood as diverse as St. James Town, it becomes quite a bit more crucial to get it right. Read More...

Words matter

There is no shortage of news, dominated by world events, that is covered in our daily newspapers and through social media. News items compete for our attention through short articles by journalists who often have to keep up with the daily news cycle and looming deadlines. Read more...

Orange Shirt Day: Teachings of Canada’s grim history of residential schools

The students of Rose Avenue Junior Public School in St. James Town are preparing for the new school year – and one of the first lessons they will learn in September is about the dark history of Canada’s residential school system for Indigenous children. Read more...

Towards a greener St. James Town

St. James Town is the largest high-rise community in Canada. With 19 towering residential buildings, it is also the most densely populated neighbourhood in the country. And more high-rises will be popping up here within the next few years. Read more...

Back to school in a new post-pandemic world

School brings routine, physical activity, social connections, and the opportunity for extracurriculars such as sports, drama, music, etc. Studies have found that when kids engage in activities that reduce stress and anxiety, they are able to learn and perform better at school. Read more...

The cost of human trafficking

Human trafficking encompasses the coercive recruitment and transportation of people, both within countries and between them. According to the United Nations, human trafficking is a fundamental violation of human rights and has enduring implications for the lives and well-being of victims. Read more...

Community hub helps newcomers find affordable housing in Toronto

Marie came to Canada as a refugee a year ago from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She was staying at a shelter and then got a short-term accommodation with a friend. Looking for a place to call home, Marie turned to the St. James Town Community Corner for help. Read more...

Creative Corner

THE STRANGER

One day a stranger came to a small, remote village. He looked like a man in need – his clothes were worn out, and he was tired and hungry. Read more...

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In The News

This community group kept Toronto’s St. James Town residents fed throughout the pandemic. Now it’s in need of a home. Read more...

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