This holiday season, something special is happening for the first time – the BBPA (Black Business and Professional Association) is unveiling its Christmas Marketplace. It’s not just your typical holiday shopping experience; it’s a celebration of Black entrepreneurship and creativity. The Christmas Marketplace is a platform that showcases a curated selection of products and services […]
The leaders of Guyana and Venezuela promised at a meeting on Thursday last in St. Vincent that neither side would use threats or force against the other in the dispute over the oil-rich Essequibo region. A joint commission composed of the foreign ministers of both countries and other officials will address the problem, with a […]
By Stephen Weir Acie Earl, also known as Big Ace, has just delivered his latest literary slam dunk in Toronto, perfectly timed for the 50th anniversary celebration of the art of Hip Hop. Co-authored with his good friend Hans Haks, “135 Of The Most Influential Hip Hop & Rap Songs Of All Time And Why” […]
The Weeknd‘s XO Humanitarian Fund is directing $2.5 million to Gaza, which will pay for the equivalent of more than four million emergency meals for affected civilians. The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) reports that the money pays for 820 metric tons of food, which could feed more than 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks. The […]
The presidents of Guyana and Venezuela are set to hold talks in an effort to settle tension between both countries over disputed territory. The talks were brokered by St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves, who is head of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), and Brazilian President Luiz […]
To combat the rising levels of loneliness and social isolation in Toronto, the Toronto Foundation and Volunteer Toronto have announced an extension of the deadline for The Power of Us microgrant program. The program allows resident-led groups, grassroots organizations, and informal collectives across the City of Toronto to access grants of up to $1000. The […]
Caribbean – Latin America send home record amounts of cash Remittances received by Latin American and Caribbean countries are projected to reach a record $155 billion in 2023 if the trends observed to date continue, according to a new report by the Inter-American Development Bank. This is an increase of 9.5 percent compared to the […]
The Black-led National Funders network now has access to $21.5M, made available through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI), a Federal Government programme. The idea behind the SBCCI is strengthen the the capacity of Black-led and Black‑serving community-based organizations across the country by bringing decision-making closer to Black communities to better meet their needs […]
Guyana President Irfaan Ali disclosed that the country and Saudi Arabia are working on a deal to build of a multi-million-dollar facility to improve CARICOM’s agriculture industry. “Guyana is leading the discussion into a $25 million facility to accelerate food production, looking at a hydroponics facility for the entire region. We have submitted all the […]
Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences, located in Saint Lucia and renowned for its opulent accommodations and top-tier amenities, is excited to unveil its largest-ever Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday sale. Just in time for the holiday season, Windjammer Landing is extending a generous offer of up to 60% off on all luxury […]
