Caribbean photograph exhibition in Whitby

Caribbean photograph exhibition in Whitby

By Stephen Weir The Station Gallery in Whitby is hosting an art exhibit featuring seven renowned Caribbean Canadian photographers, including Anthony Berot, the official photographer of the Caribbean Carnival. The exhibit, titled “Canadian Caribbean Photographic Arts Collective Beyond the Carnival 6,has been on display all month and will run until August 25, 2024. This evening, […]

Underground Freedom Train: a decade of honouring heritage and unity

Underground Freedom Train: a decade of honouring heritage and unity

By Stephen Weir In 2024, Conductor Amah Harris blows the whistle as the Emancipation Underground Freedom Train rolls again, laying new tracks from Union Station to Downsview Park Station. This annual literal moving event, held during Toronto’s Carnival season, brings over 1,200 people together in a profound celebration of Emancipation Day. This year marks the […]

Toronto FC Triumphs on Caribbean Heritage Night Celebration

Toronto FC Triumphs on Caribbean Heritage Night Celebration

By Stephen Weir Toronto FC has found a new lucky charm, or perhaps a busload of them. On Saturday night, during Caribbean Heritage Night at BMO Field in Toronto, the embattled home team broke a four-game home losing streak by defeating the Philadelphia Union 2-1. The outdoor stadium was packed with 25,880 fans, many donning […]

Trudeau Visits Saldenah Carnival Mas Camp

Trudeau Visits Saldenah Carnival Mas Camp

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Saldenah Carnival (Mas Camp) yesterday, and received a warm welcome from a busy camp of well-wishers.  The PM was accompanied by MPs Marcie Ien and Michael Coteau amid a heavy security presence. Greeting Trudeau were Louis Saldenah, Jennifer Hirlehey, Festival Management chair, Mischa Crichton, Chief Executive Officer, and General Manager […]

‘Panazz: The Story’ documentary slated for Toronto premiere in August 

‘Panazz: The Story’ documentary slated for Toronto premiere in August 

The acclaimed documentary film, “Panazz: The Story,” is set to screen in Toronto on August 6 at the Royal Cinema, marking a fitting conclusion to the city’s carnival season. The event, held under the auspices of Consul General Ag. of the Republic Of Trinidad and Tobago, Tracey Ramsubagh Mannette, kicks off celebrations leading up to […]

Africa-Caribbean trade could reach $1.8 Billion by 2028

Africa-Caribbean trade could reach $1.8 Billion by 2028

A collaborative study by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) suggests that bilateral trade between Africa and the Caribbean could surge to $1.8 billion annually by 2028 if strategic investments in value addition, trade facilitation, and logistics improvement are prioritized. Currently valued at $729 million in goods, trade between the […]

Celebrating Caribbean Culture at the Junior King and Queen Showcase

Celebrating Caribbean Culture at the Junior King and Queen Showcase

The Toronto Caribbean Carnival will feature the highly anticipated Junior King and Queen Showcase on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 2 pm to 8 pm at Scarborough Town Centre. This family-oriented event, organized by the Festival Management Committee (FMC), celebrates the cultural creativity and heritage of young participants in the Caribbean community. Event: Junior King […]

Proceeds of V’GHN’s new Release to Aid Hurricane Beryl Relief

Proceeds of V’GHN’s new Release to Aid Hurricane Beryl Relief

According to the last issue of the Caribbean Lifestyle online magazine POSH, in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, Caribbean superstar V’GHN is making a significant impact in his homeland of Grenada. His latest release, “Heart of Carnival,” is not only captivating audiences but also channelling proceeds toward ongoing relief efforts in Grenada. According to Posh, […]

Donette Chin-Loy Chang Named Chancellor of TMU

Donette Chin-Loy Chang Named Chancellor of TMU

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is proud to announce the appointment of Jamaica born Donette Chin-Loy Chang as its new Chancellor. A distinguished communications leader, accomplished public affairs strategist, prolific philanthropist, and proud alumna, Chin-Loy Chang will succeed Janice Fukakusa and begin her three-year term on October 10, 2024. She becomes the sixth Chancellor of TMU, […]

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