(TORONTO) -- May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia. It is a day of action, awareness and affirmation of the fundamental rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-identified (LGBT) people and their families to live their lives – Out and Proud. On this day and throughout the year the Ontario Federation of Labour is proud to stand in solidarity solidly in opposition to homophobia and transphobia.

(TORONTO) -- In May 2002, the Canadian Government officially recognized May as Asian Heritage Month. This month is an opportunity for Canadians to acknowledge and celebrate the rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to our country. Since its inception in Toronto in 1993, cities across Canada including Montreal, Ottawa and Vancouver have been holding annual festivities to recognize Asian Heritage Month.