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Over 100 people & organisations nominated for B.C. Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Awards

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The B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards were held last night in Vancouver to honour the people and organizations that are addressing racism and promoting inclusivity in their communities. Due to the pandemic, the 2023 ceremony is the first in-person event since 2019.

More than 100 people and organizations have been nominated for this year's B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards for their efforts to address racism and build a more equitable B.C. for everyone.

"Indigenous, Black and People of Colour in B.C. and Canada continue to be harmed every day by discrimination and hate," said Niki Sharma, Attorney General. "I’m so proud to recognize the award winners and nominees who are working to dismantle systemic racism and make our communities more fair, just, and equitable for everyone."

The B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards were held last night in Vancouver to honour the people and organizations that are addressing racism and promoting inclusivity in their communities. Due to the pandemic, the 2023 ceremony is the first in-person event since 2019.

Aria Law is a 15-year-old student from Burnaby who won the Emerging Leader Award for her work to address hate targeted at racialized seniors in her neighbourhood. By selling bao buns with anti-racism messages through social media she was able to help local seniors and young people find a common ground. As part of her award, Law, will receive a $5,000 grant for the charity of her choice. She has chosen the Canada Caring Community Alliance, which is a non-profit that works with racialized seniors in Burnaby.

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