Trinidad & Tobago’s Andrė J. Donawa, a renowned violinist, producer, composer, and entrepreneur, is poised to captivate Canadian audiences with his inaugural performance on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Toronto’s Saints Peter and Paul Banquet Hall. Donawa’s musical journey began at age of 8. Under the guidance of Mr. Anselm Walters, he went on to […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon Paula (not her real name) is a citizen of Jamaica and claimed protection in Canada, alleging that she fears gang members and the community in Jamaica, for being perceived as a lesbian. The Refugee Protection Division (RPD) denied her claim in December 2023, on the basis that she was not credible, nor […]
In a notable development, Jamaica’s national minimum wage is poised for a significant boost, with a 15 percent increase set to raise it from $13,000 to $15,000 per week for a standard 40-hour work week. This adjustment, slated to come into effect on June 1, 2024, heralds a welcome improvement in the earnings of the […]
Juici Patties, the renowned Jamaican-owned fast-food chain, made a triumphant debut in Hollywood, Florida, with its inaugural store opening. Within just one day, the store’s entire inventory vanished, a testament to the overwhelming support received from eager patrons. Expressing gratitude for the unprecedented support, Juici Patties conveyed heartfelt appreciation to its customers for devouring what […]
Celebrating the colourful Caribbean culture and the essence of unity, the forthcoming annual festival pledges an extraordinary experience for individuals from all walks of life. Scheduled for the Memorial Day Weekend (May 26 – 29), the 37th Atlanta Caribbean Carnival eagerly anticipates the convergence of communities, artists, and enthusiasts from the Caribbean diaspora and beyond. […]
By Strephen Weir There it goes! Or are we reading this correctly? Is the annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival King and Queen competition a goner after over twenty years at the Lamport Stadium? Earlier this week, the Festival Management Committee sent out an update on what is planned for this summer’s carnival. A copy landed on […]
In the celebration of Jermayne (Jay) Ronny O’Neil Williams’ life, speakers at his funeral painted a portrait of a man whose existence was not merely about the years he lived but about the profound impact he made on those around him. From his uncle Charles Senior’s heartfelt anecdotes, to his cousin’s loving memories, his brother’s […]
Celebrating excellence: 3rd Annual Caribbean/Black Impact Awards set to honor outstanding achievements The Caribbean Camera and the Black Indigenous Business Development Association (BIBDA) are gearing up for the 3rd annual Caribbean/Black Impact Awards, scheduled to take place at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto on October 13, 2024. Building on the success of the past […]
By Lincoln DePradine It’s been a half-century since the Congress of Black Women Canada (CBWC) was established and, for the Ontario regional chapter of CBWC, there’s a current urgent need. Loris Thomas, president of the Congress of Black Women Ontario (CBWO) Inc., told The Caribbean Camera that the organization would like to see an increase […]
In a groundbreaking move to combat prostate cancer among men of African descent in Canada, the Walnut Foundation (TWF) is expanding its reach by launching a “Detect and Protect” free mobile health clinic in Oshawa. Scheduled for April 6, 2024, at the Durham Community Health Centre, 115 Grassmere Ave, this initiative marks the first time […]
