The Weeknd‘s XO Humanitarian Fund is directing $2.5 million to Gaza, which will pay for the equivalent of more than four million emergency meals for affected civilians. The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) reports that the money pays for 820 metric tons of food, which could feed more than 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks. The […]
Female Vincentian-born American Airlines pilot makes maiden landing in hometown History was created last week when Rochell Roache-Lanza became the first female American Airlines pilot of Vincentian heritage to land at the Argyle International Airport (AIA). Roache-Lanza piloted flight AA1427, which was a Boeing 737-800, from Miami to her homeland with over 100 passengers onboard. […]
‘Generation of Kings’ the new album from dancehall artiste Masicka, which was recently released, debuted in the top spot on the Top 100 Reggae Albums iTunes Chart. The 17-track album pushed ‘Legend’ by Bob Marley and The Wailers album to number two on the chart, claiming the number one spot. The album also debuted at […]
The spirit of Christmas By Rommel Ramoutar There is nothing like the Christmas season for the old (or older) to relive their youth and to wax nostalgically about Christmases past, and in particular about sweet memories of childhood. Mind you, some of these memories of yesteryear can be distorted when viewed through rose tinted glasses. […]
An exclusive interview with the Caribbean Camera. Gregory Fergus speaks about his new role as Speaker of the House Meet Gregory Cristophe Fergus, Canada’s first Black Speaker of the House of Commons. Fergus, 54, Member of Parliament for the riding of Hull-Aylmer since October 2015, was elected Speaker last September following the resignation of Anthony […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall May of our children continue to feel seen in literature and their holidays joyously celebrated. Cheers to many story times before bed! Happy holidays and to all, a progressive 2024. Ps – don’t forget to leave Santa a piece of black cake! Here are a few holiday favourites: – Christiano’s Blue […]
The Consulate of Guyana in Toronto marked a significant moment by opening its doors for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The occasion was graced by Honorary Consul Mani Singh, who hosted the event. This gathering brought together Guyanese nationals, well-wishers of the republic, and featured the presence of High Commissioner Mr. Keith George, […]
A Burundian Christmas By Aline Nizigama Haguruka Burundian Women Association The Republic of Burundi is a small landlocked country in the Great Rift Valley at the junction of the African Great Lakes region and East Africa. It is bordered by Rwanda to the north, Tanzania to the east and southeast, and the Democratic Republic of […]
By Neil Armstrong Even as the year is coming to an end and there is much mirth during the holiday season, there is also sorrow being felt by many in Toronto’s Black community who are mourning the deaths of three creatives almost within a week of each other — legendary reggae musician Bernie Pitters, filmmaker […]
Afua Cooper writes about Black marginalization following 1917 Halifax Explosion After more than a century, the Halifax Explosion remains a visceral reminder of an explosion that flattened a huge part of the city, killing over 1,600 people. The anniversary of the catastrophe is mark by various activities each year on 6th December. incident occurred during […]
