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Transit: Brian Whitelaw and Calgary Transit

transit: The video goes on for about 2 ½ minutes as the train is pulling into the Anderson station, according to CTV. Calgary Transit officials say there has been a spike in incidents like these on CTrains recently, something that has authorities concerned. "There nothing we can do if it not reported directly to us, said Brian Whitelaw, Calgary Transit. The video was taken by a 15-year-old boy who was also riding the train at about 2:30 p.m. on Friday, November 5. We have learned of a number of situations that are similar related like this in the last little while." Those who work with immigrants say it unfortunate to find these attitudes in the city. They've come from situations and circumstances that the average Canadian would never have to deal with thankfully and they come over here looking for respect, equality, opportunity," said David Hohol, Centre for Newcomers. Calgary Centre for Newcomers works with immigrants to help them adjust to life in Canada, and show them how to handle confrontations like these, saying most people can hold their own. "They are resilient. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.