EPISODE · Oct 8, 2021 · 16 MIN
Quebec must recognize systemic racism, coroner says
from 10/3: Canada Covered · host Postmedia
The treatment of Joyce Echaquan, recorded on her phone as she languished in a Quebec hospital bed, sparked a national outcry about racism in the healthcare sector. Now, a coroner’s report has found that racism played a role in her death. Montreal Gazette columnist Allison Hanes joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss the findings of the report, how it highlights long-standing issues in Quebec, and how the premier’s response could stall efforts to address them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The treatment of Joyce Echaquan, recorded on her phone as she languished in a Quebec hospital bed, sparked a national outcry about racism in the healthcare sector. Now, a coroner’s report has found that racism played a role in her death. Montreal Gazette columnist Allison Hanes joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss the findings of the report, how it highlights long-standing issues in Quebec, and how the premier’s response could stall efforts to address them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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