OMNI Special: Scrubs in Waiting
An in-depth look on the sacrifices, struggles and years of waiting for a Filipino nurse to be recognized as a registered nurse in Canada. By THERESA REDULAPublished on October 2024
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Is planting own fruits and vegetables at home an efficient solution to food inflation?
With July numbers showing fresh fruit price increase of 4.1 per cent – several online groups such as Ontario Pinoy Planters are growing as members turn to their home gardens to lessen grocery bills. Are homegrown fruits and vegetables a viable option? Experts weigh in.
Family and colleagues of researcher in ICU calls for more protection against rare infection
Family and colleague of researcher currently in the ICU says there is lack of action from authority on warning the public on the risks of blastomycosis. Public Health Ontario on its latest report says 21 individuals caught the rare infection, with its last significant outbreak in late 2021. Experts weigh in on its symptoms, severity, and what to do when being active in nature. Theresa Redula reports.
21-year-old researcher in ICU after being exposed to a rare infection allegedly at his workplace
A 21-year-old researcher is fighting for his life in the ICU after getting a rare fungal infection allegedly from his work. His family is speaking out and calls for more hazards in the workplace. Theresa Redula has the story.
Dream turned into nightmare: Scarborough man can’t live in his first home purchase after a surprise tenant refuses to vacate his property
March 9, 2023 It was warehouse worker Gerry’s dream turned into reality after finally purchasing his first home in Canada. All packed up and move ready, Gerry was shocked to learn there’s a tenant refusing to vacate and pay rent in his new Scarborough home. The Filipino National is forced to pay about $3,500 a month for mortgage, maintenance fees as well as his own rent having no choice but to stay in somebody else’s living room. Theresa Redula has …
Filipinos in GTA still targeted by alleged jewellery scam
Jan. 19, 2023 More victims detail emotional turmoil after experiencing on-going alleged jewellery scam across Greater Toronto Area. Toronto Police shares reminders especially for the Filipino-Canadian community, who seems to be approached often. Theresa Redula reports.