Montego Bay, JA, got ahead of Bob Marley’s 79th birthday (6th February) celebrations by launching a series of tributes in his honor. A concert, billed “One Love ’79: People Get Ready”, combined the title of a song written by Curtis Mayfield, which became a global sensation when Marley branded it “One Love.” The early tribute […]
By Neil Armstrong Popular Jamaican Canadian restaurateur, Merrick Orlando Aries, was eulogized as someone who bridged differences and saw the good in others. A Thanksgiving Service was held at the St. Andrew Parish Church in Kingston, Jamaica on December 14 — exactly two months after he visited his homeland to attend a funeral and seven […]
By Canute Lawrence When I was a boy in Jamaica, Christmas time meant the world to me. Christmas was a magical time of year when everybody became extra-friendly, extra-kind, and extra-loving. Oh, yes! The Christmas breeze could be felt across the island coming from far ‘up-North’, and everywhere was a buzz of activities and excitement. […]
When it comes to celebrating Jamaican and Caribbean culture in Toronto, one name rises to the top – the Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA). Last Sunday morning at 9:30, the JCA once again brought the community together as they hosted their much-anticipated annual children’s pancake breakfast with none other than Santa Claus himself. Approximately 150 children, […]
By Lincoln DePradine Jamaica’s two top diplomats in Canada, Marsha Coore Lobban and Kurt Davis, have repeatedly stressed a common message to the Jamaican community here. They want Jamaican-Canadians to “reach out’’ and keep in constant contact with them. “Please do not hesitate to reach out and connect,’’ Coore Lobban, who is based in Ottawa […]
Before the arrival of pop sensation Rihanna, the most successful Caribbean female artist was a certain Millie Small. Millie’s impact on music history cannot be overstated, as it was her recording of the international hit My Boy Lollipop in 1964 that ushered in the new genre of Ska and later Reggae. Millicent Dolly May Small […]
Five-time Olympic gold champion Elaine Thompson-Herah is focused on her preparations for next year’s international track and field season, including the defense of her titles at the Olympic Games in Paris. This was the sentiment shared in a statement from her management company, Andi Sports, when they recently confirmed the Jamaican sprint queen separated from […]
In a thrilling development for reggae enthusiasts worldwide, the legendary Burning Spear, born Winston Rodney, has secured a nomination in the Best Reggae Album category at the upcoming 66th Grammy Awards for his latest masterpiece, “No Destroyer.” Released in August under the banner of Burning Spear Music Inc, this 12-track album is more than just […]
Shericka Jackson amongst three Jamaicans to receive honorary degrees Two-time World 200m champion Shericka Jackson is among the people who will be conferred with honorary degrees by the University of Technology (UTech), Jamaica. The double (100m and 200m) Diamond League final trophy winner will be joined by the Governor of the Bank of Jamaica, Richard […]
The talent of players from Concacaf can be found all around the world, the latest signing happening in Spain at Real Betis Balompie who added FW Tiffany Cameron of the Jamaican Women’s National Team. Cameron was part of the Reggae Girlz squad in both of their historical participations at the FIFA Women’s World Cup: The […]
