By Sukhram Ramkissoon Earlier this year, I highlighted the plight of a Guyanese family consisting of two children who are residents of Canada pleading to be reunited with their parents, who were formerly permanent residents. By way of background, Amir and his parents were granted refugee status in Canada in 2004 and became permanent residents […]
Ottawa police are facing increased scrutiny following the release of internal reports detailing a violent case of mistaken identity involving Kane Niyondagara, a young Black man who was wrongly identified as a murder suspect in February. On the morning of February 16, officers responded to a call from a Starbucks employee who had misidentified Niyondagara […]
Tobago, a hidden gem in the Caribbean, is ideal for experiencing authentic island life. Spanning just 27 miles, this charming island is easy to explore in a week. Situated at the southern end of the Windward Islands, Tobago lies 22 miles northeast of its larger neighbor, Trinidad. Known for its hilly, forested interior and beautiful […]
The Kujipenda Cultural Centre has announced the inaugural REST(OR) REFORM CONFERENCE, set to take place on October 24, 2024, at the Ajax Convention Centre. This groundbreaking event aims to tackle some of the most pressing social justice challenges facing marginalized communities in Ontario, including Black, Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, and people with disabilities. The REST(OR) REFORM […]
The Government of Dominica has celebrated Thea Lafond-Gadson’s historic gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a series of significant honors and awards. Lafond-Gadson, who made history as Dominica’s first Olympic gold medalist, was warmly welcomed back to her home country with a grand ceremony that included her husband and coach, as well […]
Tobago’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts announced the development of Pan Trinbago’s new headquarters, which is set to be constructed at the former General Post Office on Wrightson Road, Port of Spain. The projected cost for this new facility is estimated at TT$120 million (approx. Can$24M). The planned headquarters will be a six-storey, […]
By Janet Grant Directed: Rupert SandersCast: Bill Skarsgård, FKA twigs, and Danny Huston Synopsis: Bill Skarsgård steps into the iconic role of THE CROW in this captivating modern reimagining of James O’Barr’s original graphic novel. This reboot promises a fresh and exciting take on the beloved story, incorporating contemporary elements that will surely intrigue the […]
Olawale Olayinka, a violinist and violist from Nigeria, will always remember his recent performance at Carnegie Hall. This month, Olayinka was part of the Africa United Youth Orchestra (AUYO), the first youth orchestra from Africa to perform at the prestigious venue. “The joy in the audience’s eyes is something I can never forget,” Olayinka said. […]
By Anthony Joseph On a warm summer day, hundreds gathered in Toronto at the St Lawerence Centre for the Arts on Front St. to celebrate the life of Louis March, a man whose dedication to community, activism, and advocacy left an indelible mark on the city. March, who passed away on July 20, 2024, at […]
Seegene Inc. (KQ096530), a leading South Korean firm specializing in PCR molecular diagnostics, has announced the development of new PCR test assays addressing the recent global resurgence of mpox. This follows the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recent reclassification of the mpox outbreak as a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC). The newly introduced assays, […]
