By Camille Hernández-Ramdwar This year the Toronto Caribbean Carnival (still fondly referred to as Caribana by many) turns 56 years old. It has undeniably been a major cultural institution not only for Toronto, but for the entire country. Within Caribbean communities in Canada, it has been a central fixture for generations. At the same time, […]
By Janet Grant “Deadpool & Wolverine” is a 2024 American superhero film that uniquely and intriguingly combines two iconic Marvel characters: Deadpool and Wolverine. Here is a brief overview of the plot: “Deadpool & Wolverine” is a buddy road trip story complicated by the multiverse. Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool (played by Ryan Reynolds), finds himself […]
The restoration of a historic cemetery in Alberta has achieved a significant milestone. On July 12, permanent headstones were installed at Bethel Baptist Cemetery near Barrhead, Alta. This cemetery stands as a poignant reminder of the Black pioneer community of Campsie, a group whose legacy endures in the region. Located approximately 120 kilometers northwest of […]
Windsor is gearing up to host its first-ever Black film festival next month, promising to celebrate and showcase achievements in Black filmmaking and storytelling. Scheduled to take place at downtown’s Armouries Theatre from August 16 to 18, the Windsor International Black Film Festival (WIBFF) will feature a diverse lineup of approximately 15 films from around […]
British-Guyanese sculptor Hew Locke recently accepted a prestigious commission to create a piece for the British Academy, housed in a building with ties to former Prime Minister William Gladstone, whose family amassed wealth from Caribbean plantations, including some of the largest in Jamaica and British Guiana (now Guyana). Last year, Gladstone’s descendants issued an apology […]
In the early hours of Friday morning, over 9,000 employees of the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) commenced strike action against their employer. The union representing these workers has emphasized that privatization stands as a central grievance driving their decision to strike. Earlier this year, Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled a proposal to expand […]
By Anthony Joseph The Scarborough Town Centre was transformed into a lively hub of Caribbean culture as the Toronto Caribbean Carnival Launch took place at its new location on Saturday, marking a historic first for the 57-year-old festival. The relocation from Toronto City Hall and the shift to a weekend schedule were significant changes aimed […]
The Canadian government has initiated consultations with provinces across the country regarding potential revisions to the post-graduate work permit (PGWP) program. Currently, all international graduates are eligible for this program, but proposed changes aim to align eligibility with labor market needs while reducing the overall volume of PGWP holders. Letters have been dispatched to provincial […]
By Lincoln DePradine Grenadians in Canada have contributed to efforts at resettling 17 nationals in their Caribbean homeland, where a massive fire destroyed five houses. The fire, in March, swept through an area in Chantimelle, St Patrick, Grenada’s northernmost parish. Those displaced by the fire and left homeless included a toddler and a 65-year-old. Joseph […]
The Alberta Human Rights Commission has fined the Edmonton Police Service over $80,000 for racial discrimination against two Black men during an unwarranted arrest. Yousef John and Caesar Judianga were pepper-sprayed and detained in May 2017 after calling 911 to stop a crime. They filed human rights complaints in 2018, leading to the commission’s previous […]
