By Anthony Joseph The video was startling—a spirited and colourful display of Carnival in China, accompanied by a note from a friend predicting that in five years, the Chinese would host a Carnival to rival Brazil’s. My friend skipped over Trinidad and Tobago, London, New York, and even Toronto, dismissing them as too small to […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall Here are some traditionally published books by Canadian authors for your back-to-school shopping lists. Stars in My Crown Written by Antonio Michael Downing and illustrated by Richy Sánchez Ayala. “Author and musician Antonio Michael Downing’s debut picture book is about big changes and big feelings and speaks to all kids experiencing […]
By Kenneth Mohammed After Hurricane Beryl stomped across the Caribbean, days after torrential rainfall destroyed thousands of homes in Ghana and Niger, it was evident that the two regions face many of the same challenges. Weeks of catastrophic events underscore the increasing necessity to transform the world’s financial architecture to support these areas. Earlier this […]
Editorial Renoviction is a term that has gained traction in discussions about the housing crisis but remains poorly understood. Frequently referenced by politicians, non-profits, academics, and journalists, the term often lacks a coherent analysis. This gap in understanding has led to widespread misconceptions, ultimately harming the tenants who face renoviction. To address this, a recent […]
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 […]
In an era where technology is increasingly integrated into our daily lives, smartwatches have evolved beyond their traditional roles of text messaging, music control, and timekeeping. They are now central to many individuals’ health and fitness regimens, offering features that can potentially track heart rhythms, oxygen levels, and sleep patterns. According to Insider Intelligence/eMarketer, more […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon According to the Federal Court website, a 38-year-old Trinidadian whose wife holds a valid Canadian study permit for her Master’s in Business Administration at a Canadian University was recently refused an open spousal work permit. I will refer to him as “Noor” which is not his real name. As a result of […]
A famous old boxing match was ended with a perfect right to the jaw that sent the hapless victim to instant dreamland. One fine sports journalist of the time described the punch as “landing like the judgement of God.” That story is the perfect metaphor for describing Canada’s mighty hammer-thrower’s Ethan Katzberg feat at the […]
By Hermon Rock Hackshaw A significant segment of the world’s population is anxiously awaiting the outcome of the next US presidential elections in November. The truth, as told on the campaign trail itself, is rather controversial. If you don’t believe me, then let me refer you to a female spokesperson (Kelly-Ann Conway) for former US […]
By Lincoln DePradine They were all young – toddlers included. It was their show – the Junior Parade of the 2024 Toronto Caribbean Carnival in Malvern – and the adults, including parents and a slew of politicians, were spectators. Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow’s attendance at last Saturday’s event coincided with an announcement of a pledge […]
