Black Candidates Go Virtual But No Conservatives online
"Black Voices Rise: Virtual Election Forum Predicts Record Candidacies" By Stephen Weir Warren Salmon isn’t saying who will be the next Prime Minister of Canada, but after organizing the Black Community Federal Election Meet and Greet Virtual Event last week, he’s predicting a record number of Black candidates will run across the country. The event was designed to showcase Black candidates and engage various political parties in a meaningful way. Salmon was one of the principal organizers of the event, which was supported by 17 organizations from across Canada. Held virtually, the event created a space where Black Canadians could connect directly with federal election candidates. It aimed to boost political engagement by offering a platform for dialogue, sharing community concerns, and securing candidate commitments. The goal: to encourage informed voting and increase representation in government. “It was an opportunity to learn more about each party’s platform highlights, as...