On behalf of B.C.’s New Democrats, I’d like to wish a Happy Vaisakhi to Sikhs and Hindus in B.C. and around the world. A time for celebrating the values of tolerance, equality and generosity, Vaisakhi has always been one of my favourite celebrations. This year’s Vaisakhi comes at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic continues […]
Author: Rachna Singh
Celebrating our differences
When I first arrived in Canada the very first job I got was counselling people over the phone. I was nervous to help others tackle complicated issues in my second language but I was thrilled to have the opportunity. Early on in my work, I received a particularly challenging call. While attempting to assist a […]
An Empathetic Approach to Addressing Violence
Content Warning: This article refers to sexual and intimate violence. Before entering politics, I worked at the grassroots level as a counsellor with VictimLink. I coordinated services for women and children whose lives were impacted by a near constant threat of violence. That is why April was an important month for me and […]