By Lincoln DePradine It’s a tradition as old as the Congress of Black Women of Canada (CBWC), which was founded in 1951 as the Canadian Negro Women’s Association (CANEWA). The tradition is the awarding of academic scholarships to help Black kids pursue post-secondary studies. “The awarding of scholarships was one of the main reasons for […]
The United States has announced the seizure of a plane linked to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The aircraft, which had reportedly been flown to Caracas after arriving in St. Vincent and the Grenadines in April 2023, was confiscated on Monday, Sept 2. As of now, the government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has not […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Stephen Weir When school started this week in Scarborough, there was a certain musical magic around three junior schools that was not there back in June when school went on summer vacation. Alexander Stirling Public School, George Peck Public School, and John McCrae Public School have come into some unexpected money this week for […]
By Yolanda Marshall Now that the kids are back in school and the fall season is approaching, here are a few new novels to cozy up with. A Good Indian Girl: A Novel Written by Mansi Shah “From a Canadian-born, LA-based author, a fun, heartfelt and thought-provoking novel that is One Italian Summer meets Balli […]
By Kojo On the final day of the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), we had the opportunity to catch up with Thomas Saras, the long-serving president of the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada (NEPMCC). For many years, Saras and the organization have been a fixture at the CNE for 37 of those years, […]
By Kojo During the recent celebration of Trinidad and Tobago’s 62nd Independence anniversary in Ajax, Ontario, Minister Avinash G. Singh, who serves in the country’s Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries, shared insights into the government’s ongoing initiatives aimed at bolstering the agricultural sector and supporting youth involvement in farming. Minister Singh, a seasoned member […]
Tobago, a hidden gem in the Caribbean, is ideal for experiencing authentic island life. Spanning just 27 miles, this charming island is easy to explore in a week. Situated at the southern end of the Windward Islands, Tobago lies 22 miles northeast of its larger neighbor, Trinidad. Known for its hilly, forested interior and beautiful […]
The Kujipenda Cultural Centre has announced the inaugural REST(OR) REFORM CONFERENCE, set to take place on October 24, 2024, at the Ajax Convention Centre. This groundbreaking event aims to tackle some of the most pressing social justice challenges facing marginalized communities in Ontario, including Black, Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, and people with disabilities. The REST(OR) REFORM […]
