The COVID-19 pandemic brought a widespread slowdown in government processing, including delays in the immigration system. OMNI shared the…
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OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: Sikh Food bank caters to unique cultural needs of the community
Food banks across the country began reporting a steep increase in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic, with many already struggling…
OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: Brampton man buys $3000 billboard to meet Kevin Hart
Would you buy a $3000 billboard to meet your favourite celebrity? That’s exactly what Sunny Rabbani did in Brampton, hoping…
OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: Punjabi brothers start non-profit to connect kids around the world
Coming together hasn’t been easy during the COVID-19 pandemic, but two incredible young men didn’t let that stop them from…
OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: South Asian community represented in B.C. election
Following an unprecedented provincial election in B.C., history was made when eight South Asians were elected to the province’s legislature….
OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: South Asian male drug overdoses
A shocking report released by Fraser Health in June showed an increasing number of drug toxicity deaths among South Asian…
OMNI Punjabi Year in Review: Profile of South Asian activist Harsha Walia
Social justice movements fighting for the human rights of disenfranchised communities were trending around the world in 2020. OMNI Television’s…
OMNI Italian Year in Review: Community pushes to rename Columbus Centre after Black Lives Matter protests
The death of George Floyd, a 44-year-old Black man who was killed while in police custody, kickstarted a powerful movement…
OMNI Italian Year in Review: 11-year old Roberta Battaglia a finalist on America's Got Talent
11-year old Roberta Battaglia from Brampton, ON made it all the way to the quarterfinals of the hit television show…
OMNI Italian Year in Review: Project Arrow
Canada has entered the world of green vehicles with Project Arrow, a design competition to create an original zero-emission concept…
Ontario's Covid-19 task force busts myths about the vaccine in South Asian communities
As the COVID-19 vaccines are being administered across Canada, Ontario’s COVID-19 Task Force has reached out to the South Asian…
Tackling anti-Indigenous racism in Canada’s healthcare system
Boil water advisories are just the the tip of the iceberg when it comes to a lack of…
Indian Canadian woman creates COVID-19 activity kits for seniors to raise funds for Indian farmers
Farmers in India continue to camp out in New Delhi’s borders for the 15th day in a row, protesting three…
Covid-19 second wave taking a major toll on mental health of many Canadians: CMAH study
A recent study by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMAH) suggests that 1 in 10 Canadians have contemplated suicide since…
Canadian Politicians and local South Asian communities concerned about Indian farmers
A large convoy of about 500 small business owners from the South Asian community gathered at Nathan Phillips Square in…
Alberta premier's COVID-19 'wake-up call' to South Asian community sparks backlash online
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is under fire after delivering a ‘wake-up call’ to the South Asian community in Calgary that…
Montreal anti-racism campaign inspires talent among young immigrants
Integrating into a new country can be hard, especially for younger immigrants who don’t see themselves represented in mainstream media….
Violence against women rising amid the pandemic, according to a nationwide survey
A new survey conducted by women’s shelters across Canada demonstrates that crisis calls and requests for admittance into shelters have…