Spaces designated for students from marginalized backgrounds are spreading across Canadian universities, as officials say they are a necessary and overdue response to decades of racism on campus. Toronto Metropolitan University officially opened a space late last month for students who self-identify as Black. Cheryl Thompson, an associate professor at the university, said the need […]
Ten candidates, including a member of the Black community, are contesting the Hamilton Centre byelection on Thursday March 16. Black activist Sarah Jama is the candidate for the New Democratic Party. The winner of the byelection will replace former Ontario NDP party leader Andrea Howarth who stepped down as MPP for Hamilton Centre. Horwath represented […]
By Lincoln DePradine Liberal Member of Parliament, Tony Van Bynen, has reiterated the Canadian government’s commitment to improving the lives of Black Canadians, who have been disadvantaged through centuries of anti-Black racism and discrimination. “Although progress has been made, there’s still much more to be done to make sure equal rights and to eradicate systemic […]
By Lincoln DePradine A multitude of events is held to commemorate the achievements of people of descent each year during Black History Month (BHM) in February. Michelle John, a Brampton firefighter, was looking for a unique idea to mark BHM 2023. She suggested to her colleagues, including her Division Chief Ravjot Chhatwal, having a “Dedicated […]
By Lincoln DePradine William Peyton Hubbard, an African-Canadian who died in 1935, was elected to city council 15 times and served occasionally as acting mayor of Toronto. In recent years, Scarborough Councillor Michael Thompson held the position of deputy mayor. Mitzie Hunter, however, may upstage both Hubbard and Thompson by becoming the first Black person […]
Throughout February, George Brown College celebrates Black Futures Month. We’re highlighting GBC graduates who make meaningful changes today with an eye on the future. George Brown College (GBC) fashion student Dominique Davis wants Black women to feel comfortable expressing themselves through clothing in any situation. Her brand and e-commerce store STYLEFINDS aims to provide options […]
By Stephen Weir Yesterday, Wednesday 22, the Province of Ontario held a special ceremony at Queen’s Park. The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, presented three exceptional young leaders with the Lincoln M. Alexander Award to recognize their work in building a stronger and more inclusive and equitable Ontario. The Lincoln M. Alexander Award […]
By Lincoln DePradine Karen Murray, a senior official with the Toronto District School Board, summed up the feeling of TDSB representatives and parents, following Tuesday’s launch of a revised curriculum to be used for the board’s African Heritage Program (AHP). “I am very, very excited,’’ Murray told The Caribbean Camera. “There is a lot of […]
By Stephen Weir Now Magazine is now back in business and is now in new hands. The venerable entertainment magazine was purchased early this month by Gonez Media, a Toronto company owned and operated by former CP 24 personality Brandon Gonez. Now Magazine, started in 1981, used to self-describe as Toronto’s weekly news and entertainment […]
The Ontario Black History Society (OBHS) will be celebrating its 35th annual Black History Month Kick-Off on Sunday with a brunch at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex in Toronto. It will be held in partnership with TD Bank, its lead sponsor, to recognize the achievements of Black Canadians and raise funds for the OBHS. The […]
