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Software or softwaste of money?

February 24, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Software or softwaste of money?

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   Chatham-Kent has spent thousands on specialized computer software for housing, but has yet to use […]

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Bothwell residents have until Friday to shape Victoria Park’s new sports courts

February 23, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Bothwell residents have until Friday to shape Victoria Park’s new sports courts

By: Michael Bennett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Ridgetown Independent News   Bothwell area residents have until this Friday to provide their input for the […]

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Ridgetown and East Kent groups set to share in $375,000 Together CK Grants

February 23, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Ridgetown and East Kent groups set to share in $375,000 Together CK Grants

By: Michael Bennett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Ridgetown Independent News   Several Ridgetown and East Kent organizations and facilities are recommended for funding from […]

Early morning blaze levels Ridgetown home
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Early morning blaze levels Ridgetown home

February 23, 2026 Diversity Reporter 153

By: Michael Bennett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Ridgetown Independent News   An early morning house fire on Ebenezer St. early last Tuesday is under […]

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Council to decide on tax grants for former Ridgetown Thrift Store redevelopment

February 23, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Council to decide on tax grants for former Ridgetown Thrift Store redevelopment

By: Michael Bennett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Ridgetown Independent News   The ownership group of the former Salvation Army Thrift Store is seeking assistance […]

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Spreading the warmth?

February 19, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Spreading the warmth?

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   Prompted by this winter’s brutal temperatures, the Municipality of Chatham-Kent is looking at offering warming […]

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C-K decision will see Linck lay off 39

February 19, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on C-K decision will see Linck lay off 39

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   A change in how local special needs resourcing (SNR) is delivered locally will see the […]

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Chatham-Kent board of health to review harm-reduction matter

February 18, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Chatham-Kent board of health to review harm-reduction matter

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   A multi-pronged motion by North Kent Coun. Rhonda Jubenville that includes examining how harm-reduction supply […]

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Chatham-Kent council working to stop ‘renovictions’

February 18, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Chatham-Kent council working to stop ‘renovictions’

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   Chatham-Kent has taken a major step towards implementing an N-13 renovictions bylaw.    On Feb. […]

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Encampment committee has councillors

February 18, 2026 Diversity Reporter Comments Off on Encampment committee has councillors

By: Pam Wright, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chatham Voice   Two long-serving Chatham councillors have been chosen to serve on the municipality’s newly formed Encampment […]

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  • 21:20 Apr 30, 2026 ONT-LJI-Migrant-workers-TR‑to‑PR Migrant workers call for clarity on stalled TR‑to‑PR plan By: Saeed Akhtar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Tilbury Times Reporter Source: Tilbury Times Reporter Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab had said the federal government’s new Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident (TR‑to‑PR) pathway would launch in April. But as the month ends, no program has been released, leaving migrant workers, international students and advocacy groups calling for clarity. On Thursday morning, the Migrant Rights Network, Canada’s largest migrant‑led coalition, sent the minister a list of minimum requirements for the promised program. The group warned that any new pathway must avoid the pitfalls of previous immigration pilots and must serve as a step toward permanent resident status for all migrants. The federal government has committed to accelerating the transition of up to 33,000 temporary workers to permanent residency in 2026 and 2027. But migrant‑rights advocates say a narrow or highly restricted program could create panic, confusion and exploitation among workers who have been waiting months for details. Past programs have shown how demand can overwhelm limited pathways. When the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots opened in 2025, more than 40,000 care workers attempted to apply for just 5,500 spots, crashing the website and leaving thousands without answers. Many remain in limbo today. At the same time, more than 2.3 million people on study and work permits have faced permit expiries in 2025 and 2026. Many have remained in Canada on maintained status, hoping the TR‑to‑PR pathway would offer a route to stability. The closure of the Agri‑Food Immigration Pilot, one of the few permanent residency options for agricultural workers, has further heightened pressure on the upcoming program. Despite the federal commitment, the government has not released full eligibility criteria, application rules or timelines through official channels. Instead, partial details have circulated through interviews, social‑media posts and consultant advertising, leaving many migrants to make major life decisions based on speculation. “Thousands are shut out and the most vulnerable are exploited when the government launches narrow, time‑limited programs with limited information,” said Syed Hussan of the Migrant Rights Network Secretariat.  “A pathway for 33,000 people cannot solve a crisis affecting millions. Canada needs permanent resident status for all migrants.” In Chatham‑Kent and Essex counties, where agri‑food operations, seafood‑processing plants and greenhouse farms rely heavily on temporary foreign workers, many say the uncertainty is affecting their ability to plan for the future. A seafood‑processing worker in the region, who asked not to be named for fear of employer repercussions, said the lack of information has created anxiety. “We’ve been waiting every day for news,” he said.  “Many of us have families back home depending on us. Without clear rules, we don’t know if we should renew permits, save money for applications, or prepare to leave.” A seasonal agricultural worker from the Leamington area, Carlos Hernández, said many long‑time workers feel they are being left behind. “I’ve been working so hard in the greenhouses,” Hernández said.  “We help keep the food supply going, but we still don’t know if this program will include us. People are stressed because everything is rumours.” Another worker, María López, who came from Mexico and works at a large greenhouse operation outside Leamington, said the lack of official information has created fear among her co‑workers. “Some of us renewed our permits, others are waiting, and no one knows what is the right choice,” López said.  “We just want clear rules. Many of us want to stay here permanently, but we don’t know if we will even qualify.” The Migrant Rights Network is calling for a TR‑to‑PR pathway that includes seasonal agricultural, food‑processing and seafood workers; undocumented people and those who have lost status; workers in all regions including major urban centres; workers in all TEER categories including low‑wage roles; and people currently excluded by language tests, education requirements, employer‑controlled permits or permit type. Advocates say these measures are necessary to ensure the program does not repeat past failures and to prevent further exploitation of workers who have few or no other pathways to permanent residency. As April closes without the promised launch, migrant‑rights groups say they will continue pressing Ottawa for transparency, fairness and a program that reflects the scale of the need.
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