Founder of The Baby Depot; Host of Here with Maggie John Podcast
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Applauding @cityoftoronto for their move to rename Dundas Square but I’m confused by the pushback, if we had streets named after nazis they would be changed in a heartbeat.
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Some have called out Rota’s leadership on anti-racism issues in the past- he should go. But remember this anger when it comes to defending streets named after men who took part in the selling and killing of black people as well. Let’s be consistent.
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Well, we were planning a great show today as I fill in for John Oakley this afternoon from 3-6pm, and then this happened. We'll have all the latest reactions on @am640 live this afternoon.
Great question by the media— if Premier Ford says his only job is to “represent the people” then why didn’t he keep his promise to us the people and keep his hands off the Greenbelt?!!!
My colleague @ColinDMello asked Premier Doug Ford —if what happened with the Greenbelt land swaps and deals that will enrich developers to the tune of billions — is corruption.
“That’s pretty nasty you saying that.”
Colin keeps pushing on the line of questioning.
This mistreatment of migrant workers is unfortunately not new. Officials just haven’t been listening - well now there is video evidence, let’s see what happens next because there are many more farms like this one.
Migrant workers sent back from Ontario farm after exposing conditions, Jamaican government says cp24.com/news/migrant-worker…
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Is #CPR sometimes a form of assault?
@DocSchmadia joined 640 Toronto's @maggsjohn to talk about a fascinating piece in The New Yorker magazine.
The story walks through the ineffectiveness of CPR, especially when administered to the elderly or very sick.
There are a lot of people and parents who will be holding the @tdsb to this statement. Our Black children have gone through too much in Toronto schools. A commitment to an Anti-Racism strategy looks like every child getting equal treatment and a stop to suffering in silence.
“.@tdsb commitment to an inclusive, equitable and accessible education for all students is unwavering. Students need our resolve in continuing to understand their lived experiences.” Read the full statement. tdsb.on.ca/home/ctl/Details/…
If you didn’t hear the show yesterday here is a link to my 10 minute monologue and interview with Parents of Black Children. #racism
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Thank you @ShreeParadkar for telling the full story.
I obtained a recording of 2 sessions in an anti-racism training that’s been wrongly linked to an ex-Principal’s suicide. It reveals a fuller picture of a disagreement that has been cherry-picked, shorn off context, nuance by anti anti-racists. Pls read:
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Why isn’t there more outrage about this? We took Ukrainian and Syrian refugees into our homes. Why isn’t there an effort to do the same here. Asylum seekers flee for security. If we can’t take care of them close the borders until the levels of govt get their act together.
‘I feel like I’m not welcome here’: Refugees and organizations speak out as officials meet to address ‘crisis’ on Toronto streets cp24.com/news/i-feel-like-i-…
It is great to see the companies that made this list, even more interesting to see who didn’t.
Hats off to the those who see active DEI as an important part of creating safe spaces for all. forbes.com/lists/canada-best…
The vote is yours now #Toronto ! Thank you to @anabailaoTO , @MitzieHunter , @anthonyfurey and @marksaunders_TO for being on Toronto This Weekend this morning! And thank you to @oliviachow and @chloebrown4TO for being on the show throughout the campaign! Go vote! #TorontoMayor
Big thank you to the @DailyBreadTO for hosting the mayoral debate tonight! It was an honour to moderate this important debate.
I am excited and honoured to be the moderator for the @DailyBreadTO Mayoral debate on Monday, May 15th! Affordability, food insecurity, and poverty reduction are all important issues! I can't wait to hear what the candidates have to say! #food
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Register now to attend our #Toronto mayoral debate on the evening of Monday, May 15, moderated by TV & radio host @maggsjohn. Join us at #DailyBreadTO or on our livestream link to hear what candidates have to say about #foodinsecurity & affordability. 👇 dailybread.ca/events/toronto…
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SAVE THE DATE 👉 We're hosting a #debate for #Toronto mayoral candidates on Monday, May 15, 6:30-8:30pm. TV & radio host @maggsjohn will moderate as we discuss key issues the city is facing now: poverty, food insecurity, affordable housing & more. Stay tuned for details! #TOpoli
I’m sorry come again??!!? Police HQ has a fully stocked licensed bar? What line in the $1.16B budget could we find that? And it seems like more people could be at fault for this crash. cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/t…
I’m sorry but there is a difference between gender parity and diversity, equity and inclusion. By the time I’m invited to the “table” white women are already there and have been there for awhile.
Last night I attended @canadianstage play #fairview Wow! I’m still processing it all. Written by Jackie Sibblies Drury and Directed by @tawiahmcarthy thank you for bringing this much needed dialogue to a Canadian audience! As a black woman I felt seen.
