In response to two violent attacks on Sunday that resulted in eight deaths and nine injuries, Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness has declared a 14-day state of emergency in the southern parish of Clarendon. The violence began with a mass shooting at a birthday party in Cherry Tree Lane, where seven people were killed. The […]
Guyana and Suriname, both CARICOM members, have joined a broad international call for “wisdom and restraint” in addressing Venezuela’s political crisis. At a meeting in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on August 18, 2024, these countries aligned with 17 others and the European Union (EU) in a joint statement expressing grave concern over the fallout from […]
By Neil Armstrong Canute Lawrence, a Toronto District School Board (TDSB) teacher and author, is not easily fazed by disappointments and recently demonstrated the truism that “when one door closes another opens.” A day after plans changed for an event in Jamaica that he was looking forward to attending and perform his poetry, Lawrence received […]
By Stephen Weir If it weren’t for Pan Masters losing at Pan Alive by just 1 point, this would have been a perfect summer for Saukrates. His favorite B-Boy won an Olympic medal in Paris, his July release, My Pager Burnin’ Up (Easide of Thangs), is blowing up on YouTube with his 1.1 million followers, he […]
By Janet Grant In the sun-kissed streets of Trinidad, laughter dances to the rhythm of steelpans. Paul Keens-Douglas continues to weave a new, zestful tapestry of Caribbean life in a simpler time. His latest book, String Bank, is as humorous and warm as the tropical breeze, and invites readers of all ages from the young […]
At the height of reggae’s golden age, some of Jamaica’s brightest stars made their way to Toronto, leaving behind a legacy that is now celebrated in the National Film Board of Canada’s (NFB) new anthology series, Sounds & Pressure: Reggae in a Foreign Land. Premiering August 23 on nfb.ca and the NFB’s streaming platform, this […]
A recent Statistics Canada study highlights the growth and challenges of Black-owned businesses in Canada. Despite an increase in Black entrepreneurship, these businesses represent a small fraction of the country’s overall business landscape and face significant hurdles compared to their counterparts. The study reveals that as of 2023, there were approximately 66,880 Black-owned businesses in […]
Toronto’s Eglinton West Business Area is buzzing with excitement as the beloved Randy’s Patties makes a triumphant return tomorrow, following a hiatus that left many fans yearning for its iconic flavors. The reopening of this cherished establishment marks a significant moment for both the local community and the patty-loving public. After a period of absence, […]
Guyanese-born singer and band leader Dave Martins, renowned for his iconic patriotic anthem “Not A Blade of Grass,” passed away in Guyana on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was 90 years old. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. Martins’ wife, Annette Arjoon-Martins, took to Facebook to express her grief and gratitude. “Eternally […]
By Ravendra Madholall Pegasus beat Masters by 10 runs last Saturday at the Emancipation Park, Mississauga, in the Ontario Round-Arm Softball Cricket Association (ORSCA)/Adana Homes 10-10 knockout Elite final. Their win was inspired by a pugnacious, unbeaten 95 from opener Ricardo Peters. They rattled up a competitive 174-2 from the allotted 10 overs; Masters responded […]
