OCADU Live, touted as a student-driven, on-demand streaming service by the Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCADU), emerged in 2020 amidst the challenges of the pandemic, aiming to foster student engagement. The platform embraces a diverse range of content, spanning from short films to game shows and chat programs. Notably, it compensates students […]
Canadian hockey stars Sarah Nurse and Saroya Tinker are paving the way for young Black girls in the sport, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation. Recently they shared their experiences as Black women in hockey and discussed their efforts to mentor and support aspiring players. Nurse, a 29-year-old forward from Hamilton, Ontario, who helped […]
In a tale reminiscent of her own fantastical narratives, Gabriella Kikwaki, a budding author from London, Ontario, has swiftly risen to prominence with her imaginative storytelling prowess. What began as an 18-page story has blossomed into the first volume of her captivating four-part fantasy series, “A Link Between Two Worlds”. Now, three years later, Gabriella’s […]
After a decade of delighting audiences in Toronto with her unique brand of Jamaican comedy, the beloved Delcita, played by actress Andrea Delcita Wright, is back for two exclusive performances. The shows, presented by Jermaine Chambers, Your Mortgage Agent, are set to light up the stage at the Jamaican Canadian Association on March 31, with […]
The 54th Republic Anniversary of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana was commemorated with great pride and jubilation, as the Guyana Ottawa Cultural Association Inc (GOCA) hosted a splendid dinner and dance in Ottawa on March 9. The event was not only a celebration of Guyana’s independence but also a testament to the enduring spirit and […]
Pan Arts Network (PAN) is set to host its 11th Annual Gospel Praise on Steel concert on Saturday, April 6th, at the Global Kingdom Church in Scarborough, 1250 Markham Rd. The event, which has enjoyed sold-out rooms in previous years, is a much-anticipated gathering for many churchgoers and community members alike. Last year’s concert was […]
Three months have passed since the disappearance of former military strongman and ex-President Desi Bouterse, along with his trusted bodyguard, Iwan Dijksteel. Suriname’s authorities have now escalated the search for them by enlisting the help of Interpol, urging the public to provide any information leading to their arrest. Bouterse, aged 78, was due to commence […]
In a significant move to empower Black students in the field of technology, Compugen Inc., Canada’s premier technology company, has donated a suite of state-of-the-art equipment to the Toronto District School Board’s (TDSB) Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement. The donation aims to enhance the Centre’s Collaborative Inquiry Room, providing students with the tools […]
The Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council held a special sitting on March 25, 2024, to commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The event, themed ‘Global Freedom: Emancipate yourself from mental slavery,’ marked the end of the VII Inter-American Week for People of African Descent in […]
435 representatives from 56 nations participated, a figure that once again broke the record of participating countries In the most difficult circumstances, Cuba will always try to make its greatest celebration of literature a possible celebration. This will of the State was endorsed, in Santiago de Cuba, at the closing of the 32nd edition of […]
