York University in Toronto conferred honorary degrees on two prominent figures from the Black Caribbean Diaspora on June 20th. Arnold Auguste and Jason “Kardinal Offishall” Harrow, celebrated members of Toronto’s Caribbean community, were honored for their remarkable contributions to media, music, and social activism. Arnold Auguste Born and raised in Trinidad, Auguste arrived in Toronto […]
Toronto poet Bill Bissett, Nova Scotia poet Sylvia D. Hamilton, and Saskatchewan author Solomon Ratt are among the 83 distinguished individuals appointed to the Order of Canada this year. The announcement from Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s office includes one new Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers, and 64 new Members of the Order. Notably, two […]
Nestled on the third floor of a historic building in downtown Hamilton, the Office of the Special Envoy for International Relations, Trade, and Investment (SEIRTI) of Sierra Leone quietly operates as the country’s lone diplomatic mission in Canada. Established just over a year ago by May-Marie Duwai-Sowa, herself a native of Sierra Leone who sought […]
The idyllic island of Anguilla is set to host its milestone 50th Anguilla Summer Festival from July 21st to August 11th, promising an extravaganza of cultural events, music, and vibrant activities that will draw locals and visitors alike. Dubbed “The Family Reunion,” this special edition of the festival is expected to attract record numbers of […]
The Jamaican government faces a potential reimbursement of approximately J$150 million in legal fees to Vybz Kartel and his three co-defendants following their successful appeal at the United Kingdom Privy Council. Recent disclosures indicate that the government disbursed J$36.2 million to British legal representatives who argued against the appeal before the Judicial Committee of the […]
By Ravendra Madholall Cambridge Jaguars emerged victorious over Vikings by six wickets with 14 balls to spare on Saturday, June 22, at Guyana’s 58th Independence Festival one-day event held at Littles Ground, Scarborough, Ontario. The tournament featured two categories: round-arm and flick-bowling. In the round-arm category, the Jaguars successfully chased down Vikings’ formidable total of […]
By Lincoln DePradine Jennifer Hosten, a former international beauty pageant winner and an ex-diplomat of Grenada, is one of the country’s “outstanding” nationals, who has had a major role in world history, according to Gerry Hopkin, Grenada’s consul general based in Toronto. “She was the first Black woman to win the Miss World title and […]
Toronto’s construction and labor sectors came together for a night of celebration and recognition at the 4th Annual Building Diversity Awards (BDA), hosted by the Toronto Community Benefits Network (TCBN). Held at the Meridian Arts Centre on June 14, this year’s event marked TCBN’s 10th anniversary with a national scope. Rosemary Powell, TCBN’s Executive Director, […]
By Stephen Weir Summer doesn’t end once the Toronto Caribbean Carnival grand parade concludes on August 3rd. This year, plans are well underway to welcome the summer of 2024 in Brampton on holiday Monday, August 5th. Jambana One World Festival will be celebrating Emancipation Day at Chinguacousy Park with music, vendors, and Caribbean flavours. This […]
In a ceremony held at McGill University in Montreal, esteemed scholar and educator Carl James was awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters Honoris Causa. This recognition celebrates his significant contributions to education, particularly in the areas of Black and multicultural education, and his tireless advocacy for equity and anti-racism. Professor James, a full professor in […]
