Making a joyful noise at the Caribbean rhythms and chants workshop By Stephen Weir Normally, a parent would shudder and put their hands to their ears if they received a request for their youngster to bring a drum or some banging sticks to school. But when Calypsonian Roger Gibbs does the asking, well, that is […]
By Ravendra Madholall Several former Guyana and West Indies players turned out on Saturday at the Laurel Creek Conservation ground in Waterloo Ontario to participate in the first Fazil Sattaur limited-over memorial match. Among them were Clayton Lambert and Keith Semple. In the 30-over game, Terminator 1 beat Terminator 2 by 40 runs. Sattaur represented […]
Whether it’s your grand opening, business anniversary, or some other groundbreaking event, Caribbean Camera is here to support you every step of the way. We are excited to announce our new Business Recognition platform, designed to help you share your achievements with the community. Introducing the new online Business Recognition Request Form At Caribbean […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall Mello Ayo wrote a biography about Brother Adisa S. Oji. Mr. Ayo is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, leadership consultant, and advocate. He is the author of many books including “After Dark: The Anatomy of a People’s Struggle,” ” Stories We Don’t Tell,” “Love Rhapsodies and Blues,” “Good Morning, Afrika!,” and “I […]
As a testament to his tireless dedication and extraordinary service, Dr. Budhendranauth Doobay has been honored with the Order of Canada. A retired surgeon, religious leader, and mentor, Dr. Doobay stands as a pillar of the Indo-Canadian community, embodying the values of compassion, service, and excellence. Born on August 26, 1940, in the village of […]
By Neil Armstrong A Hurricane Beryl Relief Benefit Concert will be held in Toronto at the Jamaican Canadian Centre on July 18th to help restoration efforts in Jamaica in the aftermath of the hurricane. On July 3, Hurricane Beryl, a category 4 tropical cyclone, left two dead, hundreds of thousands of homes in Jamaica without […]
Tranquility Alumni of Canada marked their 30th anniversary last Saturday at Earl Bales Park with their annual picnic. After a pandemic-induced hiatus, the event’s return was a joyful reunion for families and community members who eagerly awaited the revival of this beloved tradition. A family-centric affair, the picnic has been a staple of the alumni’s […]
Calypso came alive last Saturday night as Organization of Calypso Performing Arts (OCPA0 staged its first Calypso Tent, marking a significant moment in Toronto Caribbean Carnival calendar. Since the pandemic, the calypso tent receded into the background as it was with all such activities. An even though OCPA stage a Calypso Monarch Competition last year, […]
A major child-care provider in Toronto is cutting staff raises, blaming Ontario’s funding approach to the national $10-a-day program. The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF), overseeing 25 centres in the city, informed parents via letter about the decision, citing the funding formula as jeopardizing the sector. According to the foundation, the current funding fails to cover […]
By Lincoln DePradine Labour leaders in Ontario are opposed to what they claim are plans by Premier Doug Ford and his conservative government to privatize the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO). “Ford wants to privatize the LCBO to hand the profits to his billionaire buddies, while cutting our public services and hanging workers out […]
