A new UNICEF analysis has revealed that approximately 466 million children—equivalent to one in five worldwide—now live in regions experiencing at least double the number of extremely hot days compared to six decades ago. This stark warning underscores the rapid rise in days exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) and highlights the severe implications […]
This summer, many Canadians, would have been taking road trips across the country: visiting relatives, reconnecting with friends, hiking through the Rockies, swimming in the Pacific, and marveling at Canada’s vast landscapes and rich history. However, their vacation, once a symbol of quintessential Canadian adventure, is now cast into uncertainty due to the severe impacts […]
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 Lincoln DePradine The federal Liberal Party government is about to launch a program to attract more students from Guadeloupe, Martinique, Cameroon, Senegal, Mali and other French-speaking countries to Canada. The new Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) – a partnership with designated French-language and bilingual post-secondary learning institutions – will be launched Monday, August […]
By Indira Tarachandra In 1971 Dianna Singh arrived in Canada from Guyana with her husband and the couple’s baby daughter. Three years later, estranged from her husband, Dianna went missing and her slain body was found on August 25, 1974. For half a century this case has remained cold. Dianna’s daughter was only four years […]
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 […]
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 […]
Due to overwhelming fan demand, Juno Award-winning and Certified Gold-selling R&B icon Dru has extended his highly acclaimed Soul Nostalgic Residency at the Acqua Supper Club. This monthly event, which blends a Vegas-style dinner and show, promises an unforgettable night of music, elegance, and nostalgia. Located in the heart of Toronto, Acqua Supper Club offers […]
The Black Creek Community Health Centre is proud to announce the launch of its comprehensive Black Community Health Strategy, accompanied by the introduction of a state-of-the-art Mobile Health Unit. This initiative is aimed at addressing health disparities and improving access to quality healthcare for Black communities in the Black Creek- Humber catchment area. It is a […]
By Lincoln DePradine Grenadians are preparing for two days of activities that will include the presence in Toronto of a Grenada government minister. “The Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Creative Economy will be here with us. That’s breaking news; I just spoke to him,” Gerry Hopkin, consul general for Grenada, told The Caribbean Camera […]
