FOCUS ON HEALTH Mediterranean diet linked to stronger thinking skills later in life People who eat a Mediterranean-style diet—particularly one rich in green leafy vegetables and low in meat—are more likely to stay mentally sharp in later life, a study shows. Closely adhering to a Mediterranean diet was associated with higher scores on a range […]
Immigration Matters Sukhram Ramkissoon Applicant for permanent residence succeeds on the second try Canadian immigration laws clearly stipulate that all persons wishing to live in Canada permanently must first submit an application for permanent residence outside of Canada. The laws also provide that everyone has a right to seek an exemption from the requirement of the above law, and this can be done by making an application for […]
EDITORIAL Not Black enough? It is a well known fact that Blacks come in different shades of skin colour. Some Black people in our Caribbean community are of a “light” complexion. Some are described as copper-toned.Then, of course, there are others who are very dark. But shades of Black should never be a cause for […]
“In February 2021, we mark the 25th celebration of Black History Month in Canada. We owe this to the Hon. Jean Augustine, the first Black woman elected to the House of Commons. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of Viola Desmond resisting racial segregation and fighting injustice in Nova Scotia. “Black people have helped […]
FOCUS ON HEALTH High intake of refined grains linked to higher risk of heart disease and death Cereal grains, such as oats, rice, barley and wheat make up around 50 per cent of daily caloric intake across the world and up to 70 per cent in low and middle income countries, particularly in Africa and […]
By Carlton Joseph The inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris took place without incident on January 20 last as 25,000 national guard troops secured Washington. Biden called for unity and respect and promised to be the president for all Americans. He also recognized that the country is facing one of its […]
Editorial Black Lives Matter Yes, Black Lives Matter. And as we celebrate the legacy of Black Canadians during this month, proclaimed as Black History Month, we note with elation that there is now greater awareness in our own Caribbean community and indeed in the wider Canadian society, that Black Lives Do Matter. The chants of […]
“How are you doing?” That’s is the question we are or should be asking each other more times than not these days. Now more than ever, with the emotional and mental health toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to stick around on that phone or zoom call long enough to really listen to the […]
Immigration matters Sukhram Ramkissoon Applicants for spousal sponsorship are responsible for reviewing forms for accuracy and completeness of information I am often contacted by persons whose sponsorship applications are rejected because of their failure to establish that their marriage is genuine, according to Canadian immigration law. These persons often blame their legal representative for […]
FOCUS ON HEALTH Leading a more sedentary lifestyle can have a negative effect on our health By Virginia Nsitem Since the COVID-19 restrictions were put in place last March, many of us have enjoyed spending more time with our families, finding new ways to entertain ourselves, trying out new recipes, and decluttering our homes. But […]
