by Stephen Weir Photos by Gilbert Medina The ribbon has been cut, the songs have been sung, and the costumes have been strutted. Make no mistake, as of 2 p.m. last Saturday, the 2024 Toronto Caribbean Carnival is officially underway! For the first time this century, the launch was not held at Nathan Phillips Square, […]
The Canadian government has initiated consultations with provinces across the country regarding potential revisions to the post-graduate work permit (PGWP) program. Currently, all international graduates are eligible for this program, but proposed changes aim to align eligibility with labor market needs while reducing the overall volume of PGWP holders. Letters have been dispatched to provincial […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall The Kids Book of Black History in Canada Written by Rosemary Sadlier and illustrated by Arden Taylor. “An important and comprehensive exploration of 400 years of Black history in Canada. This narrative journey through Black history in Canada begins with the arrival in 1604 of Mathieu Da Costa, the first known […]
By Stephen Weir Thirty boats. Thirty young students, standing in stainless steel craft. You can look for them this fall off Carriacou’s west coast, but don’t look for them bobbing in the gentle seas of Carriacou and Petit Martinique. You need to look for them underwater! No, we aren’t exposing some mass sailing disaster. We […]
Toronto’s Guyanese community gathered at St. Peter and Paul Banquet Hall in Scarborough to celebrate Guyana’s 58th Independence Anniversary with a gala organized under the auspices of the Consulate General of Guyana. The event, featuring stirring speeches and captivating performances, showcased Guyana’s progress and rich cultural heritage. High Commissioner Keith L. George opened the gala, […]
Gemma Raeburn-Baynes’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary, marked by resilience, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to community upliftment. Born against all odds after her mother endured numerous miscarriages, Raeburn-Baynes has lived a life driven by a sense of purpose instilled by her challenging beginnings. At 73 years old, she stands as a pillar of […]
By Lincoln DePradine Most students desirous of pursuing a college or university education need help financing their studies. For some – such as kids with sickle cell disease (SCD) – they require both financial and healthcare assistance. Many in Toronto have found the needed healthcare and financial aid through retired registered Nurse, Jamaican-born Dotty Nicholas, […]
Inside Out 2 invites us to revisit the intricate world of emotions, offering a fresh and unique experience. As a sequel to the beloved original, it had high expectations to meet, but it manages to capture the same enchantment while introducing innovative elements. In Inside Out 2, a now 13-year-old Riley’s mind is a bustling hub of […]
In a rainy May setting, the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup trophy made a memorable appearance at the venerable Bourda, the oldest cricket ground in the Caribbean, situated at the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC). Initially not on the roster for the trophy’s visit to Guyana, GCC received an unexpected honor when the […]
Toronto’s Carpenters’ Union Local 27, an institution with a rich history spanning over 142 years, has made a groundbreaking move by electing Chris Campbell as its first Black president. This historic milestone was marked by an installation ceremony that celebrated Campbell’s significant contributions and the union’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion. Founded on June […]
