Barriers

A Scoping Review on the Impact of the Environment on Racialized Immigrant Older Adults’ Social Connectedness and Sense of Belonging

July 1, 2026

Background and objective: The increasing number of immigrant and older adult populations in Canada is reflected among racialized groups. Migrating to a new country at an older age, language barriers, financial concerns and immigration policies present challenges for connecting to the community. Many racialized immigrant older adults (RIOAs) experience challenges related to engaging in and…
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A Rapid Scoping Review of Resilience Facilitators and Barriers among Black Children and Young People in Canada

July 1, 2026

Background and Purpose: Despite pervasive structural and systemic adversities, Black children and youth in Canada demonstrate significant resilience. However, mainstream discourse often privileges deficit-based narratives, marginalizing these strengths. This rapid scoping review identifies and synthesizes the breadth and depth of available evidence on resilience among Black young people in Canada to counter these stereotypes and…
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Black family members’ cultural beliefs and experiences regarding substance use and misuse by relatives: A focused ethnography

July 1, 2026

Research explored substance use in Black communities in Canada, but a gap exists about the experiences of Black family members, caring for relatives with substance misuse within the Canadian context. Black family members are defined as African Canadians, Caribbean Canadian or Caribbean Blacks. This paper explores Black family members’ beliefs and experiences regarding their relatives’…
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Technology-Facilitated Sexual Violence and its Mental Health Impacts: Perspectives from Racialized Youth about Sources of Support and Barriers

May 12, 2026

In Canada, racialized youth face a high risk of technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) and associated mental health impacts, which may be compounded by barriers to accessing care. From July to October 2024, 33 semi-structured interviews with racially diverse youth (ages 15–24) were conducted to gather insights on their experiences, challenges, and community needs. Participants identified…
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Educational Experiences of Black Children and Youth in Canada: A Scoping Review

May 5, 2026

Black children and youth in Canada often hold high educational aspirations; however, systemic biases, deficit-based perceptions, and structural barriers limit their opportunities. These challenges, linked to anti-Black racism, migration-related disruptions, and socioeconomic inequities, contribute to lower engagement, underrepresentation, and reduced access to equitable educational resources. This scoping review examines these intersecting factors to inform equity-focused…
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“We just keep it to ourselves”: A qualitative exploration of the sexual and reproductive health information needs of immigrant adolescents in Canada

April 28, 2026

Adolescence represents a critical phase of development, marked by sexual maturity and the development of lifelong behaviours. Immigrant adolescents in Canada encounter barriers that prevent them from accessing services and taking measures to improve their sexual and reproductive health (SRH). These barriers often stem from limited knowledge regarding SRH, cultural views about SRH education, and…
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Cancer screening discrepancies among Black people in Canada; a scoping review

April 22, 2026

Background: Cancer is a major cause of death in Canada, and Black people in Canada experience notable disparities in screening. This scoping review summarises existing evidence on cancer screening among Black people in Canada and identifies key barriers, facilitators, and implications for policy and practice. Methods: The review followed Arksey and O’Malley’s five-stage scoping review…
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Bridging the gap between evidence-based guidelines and clinical practice excellence: The role of mentorship

April 19, 2026

Despite the established need for evidence-based practice (EBP), its implementation in nursing remains inconsistent due to organizational, presentation, and individual barriers. Mentorship is frequently cited as a solution, yet its specific mechanisms for bridging evidence to practice are underexplored. This study aimed to examine how mentorship functions as a strategy to support EBP implementation. First,…
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“This Is Something Every Woman Needs. . .So Why Is It That Expensive?”: Examining Privileges and Inequities in Access to a Privately Funded HPV Vaccination Program in Ghana

November 13, 2025

The age-standardized incidence and mortality rates for cervical cancer in Ghana is 27.4 and 17.8 per 100,000 women, respectively. Currently, HPV vaccination is available only through privately funded programs, leading to inequitable access and uptake. This study examined how intersecting identities, and social locations contribute to inequities in the privately-funded HPV vaccination program in Ghana.…
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A scoping review of intersectional health research related to the COVID-19 pandemic in North America: key findings

October 31, 2025

Background: This scoping review maps the key findings of intersectional research related to the COVID-19 pandemic in North America. Intersectional approaches highlight how overlapping systems of oppression shape health and social outcomes. Methods: A total of 21 studies were included, comprising 10 quantitative, 8 qualitative, and 3 mixed-methods designs. Studies were reviewed to assess the…
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