By Anthony Joseph The video was startling—a spirited and colourful display of Carnival in China, accompanied by a note from a friend predicting that in five years, the Chinese would host a Carnival to rival Brazil’s. My friend skipped over Trinidad and Tobago, London, New York, and even Toronto, dismissing them as too small to […]
By Kenneth Mohammed After Hurricane Beryl stomped across the Caribbean, days after torrential rainfall destroyed thousands of homes in Ghana and Niger, it was evident that the two regions face many of the same challenges. Weeks of catastrophic events underscore the increasing necessity to transform the world’s financial architecture to support these areas. Earlier this […]
Editorial Renoviction is a term that has gained traction in discussions about the housing crisis but remains poorly understood. Frequently referenced by politicians, non-profits, academics, and journalists, the term often lacks a coherent analysis. This gap in understanding has led to widespread misconceptions, ultimately harming the tenants who face renoviction. To address this, a recent […]
By Charles Gibson As America approaches another critical election cycle, the specter of Christian nationalism looms larger than ever over the political landscape. It’s no secret that Donald Trump, the man who has become the figurehead of this movement, is not a religious person. His familiarity with the Bible is dubious at best. Yet, Trump […]
In an era where technology is increasingly integrated into our daily lives, smartwatches have evolved beyond their traditional roles of text messaging, music control, and timekeeping. They are now central to many individuals’ health and fitness regimens, offering features that can potentially track heart rhythms, oxygen levels, and sleep patterns. According to Insider Intelligence/eMarketer, more […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon According to the Federal Court website, a 38-year-old Trinidadian whose wife holds a valid Canadian study permit for her Master’s in Business Administration at a Canadian University was recently refused an open spousal work permit. I will refer to him as “Noor” which is not his real name. As a result of […]
A famous old boxing match was ended with a perfect right to the jaw that sent the hapless victim to instant dreamland. One fine sports journalist of the time described the punch as “landing like the judgement of God.” That story is the perfect metaphor for describing Canada’s mighty hammer-thrower’s Ethan Katzberg feat at the […]
By Hermon Rock Hackshaw A significant segment of the world’s population is anxiously awaiting the outcome of the next US presidential elections in November. The truth, as told on the campaign trail itself, is rather controversial. If you don’t believe me, then let me refer you to a female spokesperson (Kelly-Ann Conway) for former US […]
By Camille Hernández-Ramdwar This year the Toronto Caribbean Carnival (still fondly referred to as Caribana by many) turns 56 years old. It has undeniably been a major cultural institution not only for Toronto, but for the entire country. Within Caribbean communities in Canada, it has been a central fixture for generations. At the same time, […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall Are you ready to play mas? This year, I am not a masquerader as usual. While the parade graces the streets of Toronto and my ancestors receive the songs and dances of freedom, I will be at the Harbourfront Centre as a featured artist for ‘Island Soul’, educating children about our […]
