<p>Alberta resident Shamaila Akram says she can handle the increase in racial slurs and derogatory comments being thrown at her, but she worries about her newcomer and immigrant clients.</p>

Immigrant support workers in Alberta report a rise in racist harassment and fear among newcomers amid debate about Canada's immigration system.{ai:summary}<p>Shamaila Akram, an Alberta resident, expresses concern over the rise in racial slurs and derogatory comments directed at her and her newcomer and immigrant clients. While she feels capable of managing the hostility, she fears for the well-being of those she serves. #society</p>

Newcomers face rising racism in Alberta as province debates immigration policy

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