Stratford Festival Hosts Launch of ‘Year of Black Performance’ Initiative

Stratford Festival Hosts Launch of ‘Year of Black Performance’ Initiative

By Neil Armstrong A national arts initiative, the Year of Black Performance, was launched after the matinee performance of Andrea Scott’s play, Get That Hope, at the Stratford Festival on August 17. It coincides with the final year of the International Decade for People of African Descent and invites the public to celebrate, support and recognize […]

Andria Case to be Honoured at ‘Accomplished Black Canadian Women’ Event

Andria Case to be Honoured at ‘Accomplished Black Canadian Women’ Event

By Lincoln DePradine Millions of Canadians know Andria Case or know of her, even though many may never have met her in person. Nova Scotia-born Dr Mayann Elizabeth Francis, too, is another prominent Canadian, who has served in a senior position with the government of Ontario and in the District Attorney’s office in Kings County, […]

Eddie Bullen and Mungal Patasar Honoured at Harbourfront Centre’s CaribbeanTales Film Festival

Eddie Bullen and Mungal Patasar Honoured at Harbourfront Centre’s CaribbeanTales Film Festival

By Stephen Weir On Saturday night, the Harbourfront Centre and Theatre in Toronto was abuzz with excitement as it hosted the Battle of the Bands and a celebration of Jean Augustine’s 83rd birthday. The event, held under the banner of the #CaribbeanTales Film Festival (#ctff), attracted a lively crowd eager to celebrate both music and […]

Impact Awards 2024: Celebrating Excellence Across Diverse Sectors

Impact Awards 2024: Celebrating Excellence Across Diverse Sectors

The stage is set for this year’s Impact Awards, where nine exceptional individuals will be honored for their outstanding contributions. As the third annual presentation, this year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, celebrating the best and brightest from diverse sectors. Below, we introduce this year’s awardees. Health: Dr. Everton Gooden began his tenure […]

Ten Caribbean Leaders to be Honoured at Impact Awards

Ten Caribbean Leaders to be Honoured at Impact Awards

The third annual Impact Awards will be held at the Memorial Hall in Toronto on Sunday October 19. Ten persons will be presented with awards at this year’s event. The Caribbean Camera and the Black Indigenous Business Development Association (BIBDA) have organized the Impact Awards to celebrate the achievement of outstanding Caribbean people. Among this […]

Impact Awards 2024 Finds New Home at North York’s Memorial Hall

Impact Awards 2024 Finds New Home at North York’s Memorial Hall

The Impact Awards, which celebrates the achievements of individuals from the Caribbean and Black communities, has found a new home after facing an uncertain future due to the sudden closure of the Ontario Science Centre. This year’s event will be held at the Burgundy Room in the Memorial Hall, located at 5110 Yonge Street in […]

Weyni Mengesha and Kardinal Offishall to Receive Top Honours at 2024 Legacy Awards

Weyni Mengesha and Kardinal Offishall to Receive Top Honours at 2024 Legacy Awards

Shamier Anderson and Stephan James, co-founders of The Black Academy, have announced the first two recipients of the 2024 Legacy Awards. Weyni Mengesha, Artistic Director of Soulpepper Theatre, will receive the Trailblazer Award, while rap legend Kardinal Offishall will be honored with the Icon Award. The third edition of The Legacy Awards will air live […]

GTA Storm Secures 2024 Canada Cup Softball Title Victory over Toronto Blizzards

GTA Storm Secures 2024 Canada Cup Softball Title Victory over Toronto Blizzards

By Ravendra Madholall GTA Strom captured the 2024 Canada Cup softball trophy on Sunday at Ashtonbee Park, Scarborough where the Legends (Over-50) category concluded. GTA Strom defeated defending champions Toronto Blizzards by a nail-biting, 5-wicket margin with two balls to spare. Blizzards took first strike at the invitation of GTA Storm and reached an inadequate […]

‘The Old Man’ Season 2: Thrilling Return to Dan Chase’s Dangerous Journey Premieres on Disney+ Canada

‘The Old Man’ Season 2: Thrilling Return to Dan Chase’s Dangerous Journey Premieres on Disney+ Canada

“The Old Man” Season Two is set to Premiere on Disney+ in Canada on September 13, 2024. The wait is almost over! “The Old Man” returns with its second season, continuing the thrilling journey of Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges). This season delves deeper into Chase’s past and the consequences of his actions as a former CIA […]

Marcus Garvey’s Ghost Premieres at Caribbean Tales Festival

Marcus Garvey’s Ghost Premieres at Caribbean Tales Festival

By Stephen Weir If all went well last night, after The Caribbean Camera was put to bed, the 19th annual Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF) is now well underway. Get ready, Toronto— from now until late night on Sunday, September 25th, the city will be buzzing with virtual movies, short films, and several not-to-be-missed in-person events. This […]