United for Justice: Advancing Equality for Black Public Service Workers
As we step into October and the final 26 days before the Black Class Action Certification Hearing, I am proud to continue the fight for justice and equality and grateful for the immense show of support from Canadians, of all walks of life, standing with Black Public Service Workers and speaking out against racism in […]
Building Bridges for a Multicultural Canada: Small Changes, Big Impact in DEI
As a lawyer, public speaker, and DEI expert with over 29 years of experience, I have dedicated my life to building bridges because I truly believe that Canada has the opportunity to be a multicultural and inclusive beacon for the world. My hope is that through dialogue and action, organizations will continue to align their […]
Accountability in Action: Ensuring DEI Commitments Aren’t Just Empty Promises
The global change and transformation that we want to see is not going to happen today. The change that we seek is requires decades of consistent advocacy and a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion from those in leadership positions. We have a collective responsibility to do our part in making a positive […]
The Transformative Power of Education: A Journey from Immigrant Dreams to Legal Advocacy
As many Canadians enter back to school season, I have been reflecting on the transformative power of education in my life and the lives of so many. My family came to Canada as immigrants from Jamaica. When we arrived, my mother worked in a garment factory and my father was a parking lot attendant. Their shared […]
The Legacy of Mentorship: Empowering Future Leaders for Lasting Change
Mentorship has the power not only shape careers but transform entire movements. When I think about the profound impact of mentorship, I am reminded of the legacies of Charles Hamilton Houston and Thurgood Marshall. Houston dedicated his life to dismantling racial injustice and served as Vice Dean of Howard Law School while Marshall was a […]
Hot Topics on News Talk 1010: Illegal Liquor Sales, Doug Ford’s Polls, and Poilievre’s Call for an Early Election
This morning, I spoke on News Talk 1010’s Round Table and shared my perspectives on issues affecting our city, province, and country. We covered a range of pressing issues, including illegal liquor sales in corner stores across the city, Doug Ford’s current standing in provincial polls, and Pierre Poilievre’s National call for an early election. […]
Standing for Justice: The Black Class Action and the Fight Against Workplace Discrimination in Canada
For over 50 years, Black public service workers across Canada have been subject to racial discrimination, wrongful failure to promote, intentional infliction of mental suffering, constructive dismissal, wrongful termination, negligence, and more. I am proud to be leading the Black Class Action as we call on the government to stand with Black Canadians, affirm that diversity […]
Addressing Systemic Racism in Public Service
The recent report from the Privy Council Office reveals the stark reality of racism still entrenched in our institutions. Black public service workers who have dedicated their lives to serving this nation, face systemic barriers in hiring, promotions, and daily workplace interactions. This report is not just a document—it is a clarion call for action, […]
Emancipation Day and the Black Class Action: Honoring Legacy, Demanding Justice for Black Public Service Workers
On August 1st, Emancipation Day, hundreds of people gathered in the heart of our nation’s capital, honouring the legacy of freedom and justice while supporting the millions of Black public service workers across Canada that have been subjected to systemic racial discrimination in the workplace. As I spoke below the monument to a sea of […]
Does Your Leadership Reflect the World You Serve?
As a lawyer with over 30 years of experience in Human Rights and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, I recognize that DEI is not a choice; it’s imperative. With Canada’s population now 31% diverse, organizations that fail to reflect this reality risk falling behind. Look around your next meeting. If the room does not mirror the […]
