By Yolanda T. Marshall Mello Ayo wrote a biography about Brother Adisa S. Oji. Mr. Ayo is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, leadership consultant, and advocate. He is the author of many books including “After Dark: The Anatomy of a People’s Struggle,” ” Stories We Don’t Tell,” “Love Rhapsodies and Blues,” “Good Morning, Afrika!,” and “I […]
By Neil Armstrong A Hurricane Beryl Relief Benefit Concert will be held in Toronto at the Jamaican Canadian Centre on July 18th to help restoration efforts in Jamaica in the aftermath of the hurricane. On July 3, Hurricane Beryl, a category 4 tropical cyclone, left two dead, hundreds of thousands of homes in Jamaica without […]
Calypso came alive last Saturday night as Organization of Calypso Performing Arts (OCPA0 staged its first Calypso Tent, marking a significant moment in Toronto Caribbean Carnival calendar. Since the pandemic, the calypso tent receded into the background as it was with all such activities. An even though OCPA stage a Calypso Monarch Competition last year, […]
A major child-care provider in Toronto is cutting staff raises, blaming Ontario’s funding approach to the national $10-a-day program. The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF), overseeing 25 centres in the city, informed parents via letter about the decision, citing the funding formula as jeopardizing the sector. According to the foundation, the current funding fails to cover […]
By Lincoln DePradine Labour leaders in Ontario are opposed to what they claim are plans by Premier Doug Ford and his conservative government to privatize the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO). “Ford wants to privatize the LCBO to hand the profits to his billionaire buddies, while cutting our public services and hanging workers out […]
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica, the United States has committed nearly JMD$400 million (USD$2.5 million) in humanitarian aid. Ambassador N. Nick Perry announced the funding through USAID, following a direct request from the Jamaican government. The aid will support recovery efforts through organizations like the Red Cross and The […]
The Islands of The Bahamas have secured two prestigious titles at the 2024 World Travel Awards, reinforcing their status as a leading Caribbean destination. Recognized as the Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination 2024 and the Caribbean’s Leading Sports Tourism Destination 2024, The Bahamas has once again demonstrated excellence in travel, tourism, and hospitality. Top officials, […]
Grace Wales Bonner, renowned for her impeccable tailoring and sophisticated cultural nods, continues to captivate the high-fashion world. Her eponymous label, based in London, has recently gained broader acclaim through collaborations with Adidas, notably sparking a resurgence in the Samba shoe with her silver rendition. Additionally, her designs adorned the popular kits worn by Jamaica’s […]
In many Caribbean islands, tourism is the lifeblood of the local economy. However, for decades, Black communities have faced barriers to participating fully in this vital industry. Centuries of enslaved labor followed by systemic exclusion from economic opportunities have historically kept Black ownership of hotels in the region disproportionately low. Despite these challenges, a transformative […]
In an unprecedented move, Toronto City Council swiftly passed a motion on Thursday to revoke Nadine Spencer’s appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board, the governing body overseeing the largest municipal police force in the country. The decision was made without debate following mounting concerns and allegations surrounding Spencer’s conduct and the integrity of her […]
