By Alicia Sealey Photo credit: Garcia Creative Media Inc The Jamaica Canadian Association (JCA) unveiled two new murals on its building at 995 Arrow Road, Toronto in July 2024, adding to the growing trend of large-scale, culturally significant artwork throughout the city. These murals, one on the front and a larger one on the back […]
A new report reveals that Torontonians in their twenties are grappling with significant challenges, surpassing those experienced by their older counterparts. The findings, published in a brief titled “The Hidden Cohort: Why Twenty-somethings Won’t Be Fine on Their Own,” underscore a growing crisis among young adults in the city, particularly in the aftermath of the […]
The Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA) marked its 62nd anniversary with a gala in Toronto that honored the legacy and future of the Jamaican community in Canada. The event recognized individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted both the Jamaican and broader Canadian communities. Chris Campbell, President of the Carpenters Union Local 27 in Toronto, delivered […]
By Lincoln DePradine A reemergence is being reported in Canada and abroad, especially in Africa, of cases of mpox — formerly known as monkeypox. As a result, Toronto Public Health (TPH) officials are urging city resident to get vaccinated against mpox. Trinidad-born health specialist, Dr Akwatu Khenti, says members of the Black and Caribbean community […]
By Charles Gibson As America approaches another critical election cycle, the specter of Christian nationalism looms larger than ever over the political landscape. It’s no secret that Donald Trump, the man who has become the figurehead of this movement, is not a religious person. His familiarity with the Bible is dubious at best. Yet, Trump […]
The community of Oshawa will come together for a cause that goes beyond just a summer party. The Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) Ex-Army Alumni is set to host its 4th annual T&T Army All-Inclusive Fete at Club Carib of Oshawa on Saturday, August 17th, 2024. This year’s event, with its signature camouflage theme, is more […]
Last Sunday, the who’s who of the Pan community gathered at the Downsview Park of headquarters of Pan Fantasy Steelband to celebrate World Steelpan Day. The Day was declared by the United Nations to raise awareness of the cultural and historical significance of the Steelpan, the National Musical Instrument of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T), and […]
by Stephen Weir Destra is coming back to perform in Toronto one more time this summer. Isn’t it about time Mayor Chow presented her with the keys to the city? Earlier this week, the Canadian National Exhibition, which opens today and runs until the end of summer, announced that The Queen of Bacchanal—Trinidad’s soca great […]
By Neil Armstrong Three Jamaicans living in Canada are among the 150 individuals who have been appointed to the Orders of the Societies of Honour and to the Badge of Honour. The names of Howard L. Shearer and Mary Maria Diana Joanna Bishop of Ontario and Reverend Joseph Tommy Thompson of Manitoba were announced on […]
Quebec’s construction industry is witnessing a transformation thanks to Sophia Lundy, one of the few Black women general contractors in the province. Her journey from a struggling student to a pioneering entrepreneur exemplifies resilience and inspires a new generation of builders. Lundy’s pivotal moment came in 2015 while studying construction management at an Idaho university. […]
