By Neil Armstrong Justice Irving André, a judge of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Brampton, is urging Black Canadians who take education for granted to meditate on the struggles to attain a decent education in Ontario. He was the guest speaker at the Peel United Cultural Partners 23rd annual Black History Month Concert held recently […]
For the past several years, the Liberal party has sent out greetings on “Black History Month” to our readers through The Caribbean Camera. Its half-page message was, of course, endorsed by several Liberal Members of Parliament representing constituencies with large Black and Caribbean communities. We have been serving these communities for the past 34 years, […]
The Afro-Caribbean Association of Manitoba’s job and career fair, a longstanding event that returned on February 17 last to the Holy Eucharist Parish Centre on Munroe Avenue in Winnipeg, has been instrumental in bridging the gap between job-seekers and employers for over two decades, said co-ordinator Jim Ogunnoiki . He noted that the fair, launched […]
One of Ontario’s most remarkable politicians reminisces on his career By Alia Loren Campbell When he was a youngster, Alvin Curling never thought he would have the career he had. But while growing up in his native Jamaica, he always found himself drawn to roles of leadership. As he puts it, “I was very much […]
LOS ANGELES – Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has unveiled Cécred, a groundbreaking haircare line that merges global traditions with cutting-edge science. The brand’s Foundation Collection features innovative keratin recovery technology designed to visibly strengthen and revive hair health. Inspired by diverse hair rituals worldwide, Cécred’s products are enriched with a blend of natural ingredients such as butters, […]
This week, I will be sharing a few new children’s books you should add to your shelves. These incredible books are by Canadian-based authors. Jerk Chicken Magic Written by Noel Andrew Bennett and Roxanne Bennett “A love letter to immigrant families everywhere! Jerk Chicken Magic is a heartwarming story of a multi-generational immigrant family (The […]
Amos (not his real name) was granted refugee protection in Canada approximately eleven years ago because of his fear of persecution in Sri Lanka. But in 2020, the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness applied for a determination that his refugee protection had ceased because he voluntarily re-availed himself of the protection of Sri […]
Amanda Parris, the award-winning creator, broadcaster, and playwright, has brought to life a groundbreaking documentary series titled “For the Culture,” now streaming on CBC Gem. This series,years in the making, takes viewers on a profound journey across three countries to connect with Black communities. In an interview, Parris noted how the experience of creating this […]
Trustees for the Toronto Catholic District School Board voted at its meeting last week to disband its 40-year old Race Relations Committee. The Committee was formed to address the needs of racialized bodies (students, parents, educators and stakeholders) who felt that the Board did not address issues of racism in education. Kirk Mark, retired Senior […]
Poetry, dancing and jazz saxophone music were on the entertainment programme at the celebration of Black History Month at the Manitoba Legislative Building last Friday. ” There’s still a long way for our government to go to ensure that all of Manitoba is reflected at all levels of government and in all spaces in government,” […]
