By Stephen Weir It didn’t stop their parade last weekend, but that province wide Saturday’s rainstorm soaked the city of Belleville almost as much as it did Toronto. The third annual Belleville Caribbean Parade had a start time of 1pm last Saturday, and according to weather reports on the day, that’s just about when it […]
The 32nd Jamaica Day Family, Food, and Music Festival is scheduled for August 24th and 25th at Brampton Sports Park. Anticipation is high following a lively press conference held on August 13th at Brampton City Hall, where key details of the event were unveiled. The press conference began with a warm introduction by Sharon Campbell, […]
Last Saturday, the much-anticipated King’s Plate at Woodbine Racetrack was abruptly postponed due to torrential rains, much to the disappointment of the 17,000 spectators who had eagerly gathered for the event. Among the crowd was a large contingent of Caribbean supporters, all there to cheer on their hero, Patrick Husbands, as he attempted to defend […]
The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE) proudly announces that it has successfully disbursed 500 loans through the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund (BELF). This achievement highlights FACE’s ongoing commitment to supporting Black entrepreneurs in Canada, who have historically faced challenges in securing necessary capital to start or grow their businesses. Since the Black Entrepreneurship Loan […]
By Janet Grant “ALIEN: ROMULUS” is a pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller that unleashes one of the deadliest creatures in movie history. As it premieres exclusively in theatres on August 16, audiences are in for a spine-tingling experience. Brace yourself for heart-pounding suspense and otherworldly terror as this iconic franchise returns to the big screen! Cast: Cailee Spaeny – […]
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 Lincoln DePradine Chief Justice Michael Tulloch and the Ontario Court of Appeal want changes to the authority given to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers to search the cellphone and other devices of travelers, saying new measures are needed to guard against discrimination at the border and to ensure searches are not based on […]
By Ravendra Madholall Toronto Nationals defeated Montreal Tigers handsomely by eight wickets and in the process claimed the 2024 Global T20 trophy last Sunday at the CAA Centre facility in Brampton, Ontario. Toronto Nationals won the toss and invited the defending champion side to take first strike on a flat surface. The decision to bowl […]
By Alicia Sealey Photo credit: Garcia Creative Media Inc The Jamaica Canadian Association (JCA) unveiled two new murals on its building at 995 Arrow Road, Toronto in July 2024, adding to the growing trend of large-scale, culturally significant artwork throughout the city. These murals, one on the front and a larger one on the back […]
A new report reveals that Torontonians in their twenties are grappling with significant challenges, surpassing those experienced by their older counterparts. The findings, published in a brief titled “The Hidden Cohort: Why Twenty-somethings Won’t Be Fine on Their Own,” underscore a growing crisis among young adults in the city, particularly in the aftermath of the […]
