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Waheed Khan


Celebrating Black Canadian trailblazers who’ve played a critical role in public life

From former senators Anne Cools and Donald Oliver to current social justice advocates like Nicholas Marcus Thompson, we must recognize those who are breaking down barriers.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | February 16, 2026

Governments can do more to fight against Islamophobia

Canadian Muslims are wondering why their rights under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms are not protected from discriminatory laws, when the courts recognize killers’ rights under the Charter.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | January 29, 2026
Liberal MP Shafqat Ali

Canada’s public service needs updated visible minority hiring targets

Looking at the representation of South Asian Canadians in the federal public service 78 years after the end of British colonization of India.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | August 28, 2025

Phoenix pay system: the real story of a public servant

When the Pay Centre has deducted taxes on wrongfully calculated amounts, it should apologize to the employee for the mistake and only recover the net amount that was paid. It should recover from CRA the tax it has erroneously paid to CRA, and not put the burden on the shoulders of employees.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | March 26, 2025

Canadian workers’ gains are sliding back this Labour Day

More than ever, organized labour needs to remain cohesive and proactive.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | September 2, 2024

Why Emancipation Day matters

Aug. 1 is an occasion to reflect, educate, and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination, which has roots in slavery.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | July 31, 2024

Return to which office? Boycotting National Public Service Week

Despite the return-to-office mandate, there is simply no space for all public servants to be working in Government of Canada buildings.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | June 12, 2024

Multiculturalism remains a benefit, not a threat, to Canadian society

Canadian Multiculturalism Day is a reminder to not only respect the diversity of views, but also renew our commitment to call out and eliminate hate crimes, hate speech, and online hate.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | June 26, 2023

Québec City mosque attack anniversary a time for action against Islamophobia

Canada should prepare and implement a robust strategy that includes public education and building bridges between minority groups, including Muslims and mainstream Canadians.

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | January 26, 2023

Remembering the Québec City mosque attack and taking action against Islamophobia

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | January 29, 2022

Canadian Islamic History Month time to work towards a safer, more inclusive country

opinion | BY WAHEED KHAN | October 18, 2021