Olivia Bowden

A yoga class might involve the sound of low-tempo music echoing throughout the room, individuals sitting apart in silence and very dimmed lights. But for some people of colour, it’s impossible to find others who look like you in the room.

Decorating Christmas trees, baking winter-themed treats and opening gifts are all typical traditions during the holiday season.But for some new Canadians, the holidays are about creating new traditions that stick.

Boxing Day can be a chaotic holiday for many Canadian shoppers, especially for those hunting for the best deals. And while interest in Boxing Day shopping has declined — only 34 per cent of Canadians plan to spend that day, according to a November survey by the Retail Council of Canada — many are still setting their alarms early on Dec. 26. If you count yourself among Boxing Day shoppers, there are certain guidelines to follow so your trip is fruitful and not a waste of time, says Barry Choi,

Canadians can sometimes put interracial couples on a pedestal, but that can create added pressure to make the relationship work.

From being perceived as less intelligent to unfair treatment by an employer when it comes to hiring, pay or promotions⁠, many people of colour have experienced racism in the workplace, according to a new study.

Kelly McConnell lost her husband just 10 days after she gave birth to their son.

Accessing the birth control pill, one of the most commonly used methods of contraception, isn’t always easy for some Canadian women.

The financial scandal that rocked Apple in November shows gender may also be factor in determining credit limits.

Short-term exposure to air pollution has been linked to a staggering number of hospitalizations for numerous health issues — more than previously thought, new research suggests.

Some malls in North America are using “sensory-friendly” Santa events, specifically catered to the needs of children on the autism spectrum.

To be a woman in Canada means living with risk — to live knowing that, on average, a woman is killed every other day, that once a week a woman is murdered by her partner and that one in three women will experience some form of sexual violence over the course of their lives.

Research shows people learn to adapt to extreme environments, like the cold and darkness associated with winter.

Using scented deodorants, hairspray, cosmetics or even breathing in a space can lead to poor indoor air quality, the study found.

The 13-year-old’s grandfather confirmed the news to the New York Times. The star’s sudden death has shocked friends, family and those work worked with her.

A financial scandal that rocked Apple in November shows gender may also be factor in determining credit scores.

Next Monday night Canadians should know the winner of the 2019 federal election. But with pollsters predicting a high likelihood of a minority government being ushered in, what does that mean for the “winning” party, and for Canadians?

Controversial comments during a convocation speech prompted Western University to issue an apology to students and their families.

Sudan is grappling with a political crisis that has seen a death toll of 118 people and rising, after security forces opened fire on pro-democracy protesters in the country’s capital.

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 29: Special Counsel Robert S. Mueller III makes a statement on the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 Presidential election on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Salwan Georges/The Washington Post via Getty Images) On May 29, Special Counsel Robert Mueller made his first, and likely his only, statement regarding the two-year probe into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. He said his

Flooding across three different provinces in Eastern Canada has left thousands of homeowners displaced, with many left to assess the damage of their destroyed properties.