By Neil Armstrong Jamaica’s High Commissioner to Canada, Marsha Coore Lobban, has been very busy since her tenure started in September 2023, and now her focus is on the upcoming 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Montego Bay, Jamaica, from June 16-19, under the theme, “United for Jamaica’s Transformation: Fostering Peace, Productivity, and Youth Empowerment.” […]
In an inspiring display of community spirit and international solidarity, the Barbados Canada Foundation is spearheading a fundraising initiative, “Bring On The Spring 2024,” aimed at supporting the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Barbados. With the event scheduled for April 13th, the foundation is in a race against time to sell tickets and gather donations […]
Renowned Jamaican actor Oliver Samuels has been honored with the esteemed Living Legend Award, courtesy of the iconic Jamaican beer company, Red Stripe. The grand ceremony took place on March 8th at the historic Little Theatre in St. Andrew, a venue steeped in history and witness to numerous stellar performances by the esteemed actor over […]
By Lincoln DePradine Councillor Ausma Malik, a deputy mayor of Toronto, has reiterated a commitment to championing causes of social and racial justice. “You will continue to have a champion in me,’’ Malik, councillor for Spadina-Fort York, told participants at a 10tth anniversary event of the Toronto Community Benefits Network (TCBN). TCBN, a coalition of […]
Two iconic figures with strong ties to Toronto FC have been selected for induction into the prestigious Canada Soccer Hall of Fame as part of the esteemed class of 2024. Dwayne De Rosario, a revered figure in TFC’s history and a former standout for the Canadian Men’s National Team (CanMNT), alongside Robyn Gayle, an accomplished […]
The city of Toronto is set to become the epicenter of Canadian Reggae and Dancehall music as Reggae North announces the opening of submissions for the highly anticipated 2024 Reggae North Music Awards (RNMA). Aimed at celebrating the talents of Canadian artists in these genres, the awards program promises to be a significant addition to […]
Canadian hockey stars Sarah Nurse and Saroya Tinker are paving the way for young Black girls in the sport, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation. Recently they shared their experiences as Black women in hockey and discussed their efforts to mentor and support aspiring players. Nurse, a 29-year-old forward from Hamilton, Ontario, who helped […]
After a decade of delighting audiences in Toronto with her unique brand of Jamaican comedy, the beloved Delcita, played by actress Andrea Delcita Wright, is back for two exclusive performances. The shows, presented by Jermaine Chambers, Your Mortgage Agent, are set to light up the stage at the Jamaican Canadian Association on March 31, with […]
The 54th Republic Anniversary of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana was commemorated with great pride and jubilation, as the Guyana Ottawa Cultural Association Inc (GOCA) hosted a splendid dinner and dance in Ottawa on March 9. The event was not only a celebration of Guyana’s independence but also a testament to the enduring spirit and […]
By Stephen Weir We are witnessing a transformative period in Toronto’s theatre scene. Seasoned Caribbean Canadian actors and actresses secure roles in stage plays, often requiring them to adopt African accents at the Soulpepper Theatre. Just last week at the Tarragon Theatre, a Governor General prize-winning playwright, originally from the Grenadines, debuted a pair of […]
