The head coach of Athletics Canada, the president of the Carpenters Union Local 27 in Toronto, a GRAMMY Award winning musician and a human rights advocate are among ten persons who will be presented with Impact Awards at the Memorial Hall in Toronto on Saturday October 19. The Caribbean Camera and the Black Indigenous Business […]
The prestigious Impact Awards, an event dedicated to recognizing outstanding contributions to the community, will hold its 3rd edition on October 19, 2024, at Memorial Hall in Toronto. This year’s ceremony, made possible by generous sponsors and dedicated organizers, promises to bring together a diverse and appreciative audience. The Impact Awards extends heartfelt gratitude to […]
Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square came alive with the vibrant culture of Trinidad and Tobago during the third annual Trinbago Day, held for the first time at this great venue. The festival, organized by Petronilla Marchan, director of Palo Seco Innovations Group Ltd., drew thousands of attendees over the weekend, offering a full immersion into the […]
By Anthony Joseph When Kamala Harris took the debate stage opposite Donald Trump, it was more than just a typical political showdown—it was a powerful moment of representation for those of Caribbean descent. For many, Harris embodies the resilience, pride, and strength that characterize the Caribbean diaspora. As the daughter of a Jamaican father, her […]
By Stephen Weir The 19th annual CaribbeanTales Film Festival (CTFF) kicked off last Wednesday night in its new home at the CTFF Hub on Dundas Street West near Bathurst, marking a significant departure from its traditional venues. The move to this more intimate space, away from costly theatres, represents a bold financial shift for the […]
This summer, 72 students from across the Caribbean were empowered to embrace technology as they participated in the fourth annual IGT Coding and Robotics Rock! Camp. Hosted virtually by International Game Technology (IGT) in partnership with the Mona Geoinformatics Institute (MGI) at the University of the West Indies, the camp provided young participants with a […]
Release Date: September 15, 2024 By Janet Grant Amar Wala lovingly takes the audience on a TTC subway and Blue light ride so we can explore Scarborough’s vibrant and complex world in his latest film, Shook. The film is partly about Wala’s experiences after his Parkinson’s disease. This dramedy marks Wala’s first step into fiction. Having previously […]
By Neil Armstrong Toronto will soon be hosting book festivals that will feature several local and international authors of African, Black and Caribbean heritage. The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) at the Harbourfront Centre from September 19 to 29 invites readers to immerse themselves “in the joy of storytelling that spans boundaries, showcases fresh […]
Reggae star Buju Banton has made a significant financial donation to the Accompong Town Maroons, contributing US$200,000 (approximately J$31 million) for infrastructure and economic development in the north-western St. Elizabeth community. The donation was announced on Tuesday night during the Washington leg of Buju Banton’s Overcomer tour at the Capital One Arena. Members of the […]
By Neil Armstrong A national arts initiative, the Year of Black Performance, was launched after the matinee performance of Andrea Scott’s play, Get That Hope, at the Stratford Festival on August 17. It coincides with the final year of the International Decade for People of African Descent and invites the public to celebrate, support and recognize […]
