News Items tag as: Racism

'I am not a racist:' Oliver woman apologizes for racist tirade outside high school
February 18, 2022 - 1:43 PM

An Oliver woman who unleashed a racist tirade at a teenager during a protest outside a high school a week ago has apologized for her actions.
Stats show reports of racism up dramatically in Kelowna
November 12, 2021 - 8:00 AM

With highly visible racist incidents making the headlines in recent weeks, it’s not surprising that statistics are showing the number of incidents are on the rise.
Rally to stop Asian racism planned for Penticton's Gyro Park this weekend
March 27, 2021 - 10:30 AM

Penticton and South Okanagan residents are being asked to come together in a rally to stop Asian racism this weekend.
South Okanagan immigration group launches racism survey
February 01, 2021 - 5:30 PM

A South Okanagan multicultural society has launched a survey to help provide a snapshot of racism and discrimination in the community.
'When Pandemics Collide:' Kamloops activists to host anti-racism panel
August 31, 2020 - 5:15 PM

A Kamloops youth centred initiative has partnered with local activists to host an anti-racism panel discussion this week.
Summerland district council is pushing ahead in its campaign against racism
July 29, 2020 - 11:54 AM

Summerland Mayor Toni Boot and her council have issued a joint statement saying they’re going to turn the negative impacts of racist events in their community into something positive.
New web portal invites stories about racism and discrimination in Kelowna
July 09, 2020 - 1:47 PM

It’s not good enough to stay silent in the face of racism.
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News Items tag as: Racism

'I am not a racist:' Oliver woman apologizes for racist tirade outside high school

Stats show reports of racism up dramatically in Kelowna

Rally to stop Asian racism planned for Penticton's Gyro Park this weekend

South Okanagan immigration group launches racism survey

'When Pandemics Collide:' Kamloops activists to host anti-racism panel

Summerland district council is pushing ahead in its campaign against racism

New web portal invites stories about racism and discrimination in Kelowna

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