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The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is an umbrella organization of agencies, groups, and individuals that provide services to the South Asian Community. We envision and strive for a Canada free of all forms of discrimination in which all communities are free from marginalization and are fully empowered to participate in defining Canada’s political, economic, social and cultural future.

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May 2023 Newsletter

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April 2023 Newsletter

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TDSB Adopts Islamophobia Strategy: A Step Towards Inclusivity

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As a result of growing concerns over the rise of hate crimes targeting Muslim communities in Canada, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) adopted a strategy to combat Islamophobia in…

Babies of Immigrant Parents in Low-Income Neighborhoods Born Healthier: Study Challenges Stereotypes

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Throughout Canada's history, immigration has played a pivotal role and continues to be a significant contributor to its economy and diversity. Approximately 38 million people live in Canada as of…

TTC Hate Crime Incidents

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The number of hate attacks on the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has increased at an alarming rate since the end of 2022. In December 2022, there were 145 incidents, 45%…

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TDSB Adopts Islamophobia Strategy: A Step Towards Inclusivity

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As a result of growing concerns over the rise of hate crimes targeting Muslim communities in Canada, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) adopted a strategy to combat Islamophobia in…

Babies of Immigrant Parents in Low-Income Neighborhoods Born Healthier: Study Challenges Stereotypes

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Throughout Canada's history, immigration has played a pivotal role and continues to be a significant contributor to its economy and diversity. Approximately 38 million people live in Canada as of…

TTC Hate Crime Incidents

| CASSA's Blog | No Comments
The number of hate attacks on the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has increased at an alarming rate since the end of 2022. In December 2022, there were 145 incidents, 45%…

The Hate Crime Reporting Project

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CASSA's Hate Crime Reporting Project is funded by the Safe & Vital Community Grant. Through the project, CASSA sought to assess the perceptions, understandings, and experiences of four communities -…

Community organization launches report on police-reported hate crimes

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Community organization releases data on police-reported hate crimes and launches public awareness campaign. The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) announces the publication of the report for its Hate…

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TDSB unanimously passes motion to create anti-Islamophobia strategy

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The membership fee is only $20 for individuals and is on a sliding scale for agencies depending on operational budgets. If you wish to become a member, please fill out the appropriate form below.