I have previously written articles about the loss of permanent residence status due to misrepresentation. In today’s article, I will be discussing the broader topic of losing Canadian citizenship status under similar circumstances. Unfortunately, some naturalized Canadian citizens believe that they are immune from deportation and removal, but this is incorrect. What follows are some […]
The skies above Guyana saw a display of American military might on May 9th, as two Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet strike fighters conducted a flyover with the collaboration and approval of the Guyanese government. This display comes at a time when the small South American nation is embroiled in a heated border dispute with neighboring […]
By Lincoln DePradine Trinidadian-Canadian performer Henry “Cosmos’’ Gomez maintains a hectic schedule on the entertainment circuit, including the calypso fraternity. In this spring and summer season, he’ll be spearheading a series of activities as president of the Organization of Calypso Performing Artists (OCPA). “We have quite a few things happening,’’ Gomez, a former Calypso Monarch […]
The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), a cornerstone of Canada’s advocacy for equity and opportunity within the Black community, faces significant scrutiny. Established in 1983 and celebrated for hosting the esteemed Harry Jerome Awards, the BBPA now confronts allegations that threaten its impressive legacy. In late April 2023, Chandran Fernando, a business owner and […]
Toronto’s famous Woodbine Racetrack is set to dazzle in the colours of Barbados as it hosts a special celebration on Saturday, May 18, 2024, dubbed “Patrick Husbands Day.” This event honors the illustrious 30-year career of one of Canada’s most celebrated jockeys, Patrick Husbands, whose contributions to horse racing have made him a household name, […]
Distress and crisis centers play a vital role in Canada’s public health strategy for preventing suicide, offering immediate assistance and resources during critical moments. During Mental Health Week, the Federal government announced a $4.5 million investment to bolster the capabilities of 26 organizations providing distress line services across the country. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental […]
At gathering in Brampton, the Canadian cricket team proudly showcased the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy Tour, fueling excitement and national pride just two weeks ahead of the highly anticipated tournament. This global cricket event, co-hosted by the United States and West Indies, is set to commence on June 2, 2024. The trophy’s arrival […]
By Lincoln DePradine Grenada Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, who visited Toronto in February, is returning to Canada, where he’ll meet with Grenadian nationals and update them on the work on his government that will be celebrating two years in office next month. The prime minister, and leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party, is […]
Ottawa-based writer Kai Thomas has garnered a spot on the shortlist for the coveted 2024 Walter Scott Prize with his novel “In The Upper Country”. The well regarded annual award, which comes with a prize of £25,000 ($42,963.17 Cdn), honors the finest historical fiction published in English from the previous year. Thomas’s novel delves into […]
MAP, Canada’s foremost health equity research center, is entering the third year of its ‘Close the Gap’ campaign aimed at addressing inequities in Canada’s healthcare system; thanks to the support of Staples Canada. This initiative sheds light on the real health challenges faced by marginalized communities across the country and endeavors to eliminate critical gaps […]
