We convene people around areas of shared interest, host workshops and events, and help amplify the important work of Metcalf grantees. In this section we profile stories about our efforts and that of our partners, highlight notable gatherings, and share updates through our newsletters.
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The Neighbourhood Land Trust has been snapping up buildings across Toronto, taking them out of the market and into the community. More than 200 units later, they’re just getting started.
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SARS instantly put scores of restaurant servers, cleaning staff, and hotel workers out of a job. When COVID hit, it was a case of deja vu — but they had a plan to prove themselves indispensable.
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Ontario’s recent bill of rights for gig workers skips the benefits, the sick pay, and even the minimum wage. Independent contractors have a better idea: just classify them as employees.
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Find Syrian soujouk, Desi desserts, and Chicago beef sandwiches at Market 707, where vendors have transformed their cargo containers into a vibrant strip of food stalls.
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Long hours, limited pay, lockdowns with their employers — migrant caregivers contend with a lot in their lengthy pursuit of permanent status. It’s a system in urgent need of change.
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