Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique have something for everyone

Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique have something for everyone

The sun is shining, the rich scent of spice fills the air and wherever you look, tropical fruit hangs from trees, brightly coloured flowers bloom and lush rainforest stretches for miles. It can only be Grenada. Yet despite this allure, this Caribbean jewel remains unspoiled and uncrowded while offering so much for visitors to see […]

King & Queen, Pan Alive shows moving from Lamport Stadium to Exhibition Place?

King & Queen, Pan Alive shows moving from Lamport Stadium  to Exhibition Place?

By Strephen Weir There it goes! Or are we reading this correctly? Is the annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival King and Queen competition a goner after over twenty years at the Lamport Stadium? Earlier this week, the Festival Management Committee sent out an update on what is planned for this summer’s carnival. A copy landed on […]

Jay Williams: a legacy defined by love, purpose, and resilience

Jay Williams: a legacy defined by love, purpose, and resilience

In the celebration of Jermayne (Jay) Ronny O’Neil Williams’ life, speakers at his funeral painted a portrait of a man whose existence was not merely about the years he lived but about the profound impact he made on those around him. From his uncle Charles Senior’s heartfelt anecdotes, to his cousin’s loving memories, his brother’s […]

Nominations now open for 3rd Annual Impact Awards

Nominations now open for 3rd Annual Impact Awards

Celebrating excellence: 3rd Annual Caribbean/Black Impact Awards set to honor outstanding achievements The Caribbean Camera and the Black Indigenous Business Development Association (BIBDA) are gearing up for the 3rd annual Caribbean/Black Impact Awards, scheduled to take place at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto on October 13, 2024. Building on the success of the past […]

Congress of Black Women improving women’s lives for 50 years

Congress of Black Women improving women’s lives for 50 years

By Lincoln DePradine It’s been a half-century since the Congress of Black Women Canada (CBWC) was established and, for the Ontario regional chapter of CBWC, there’s a current urgent need. Loris Thomas, president of the Congress of Black Women Ontario (CBWO) Inc., told The Caribbean Camera that the organization would like to see an increase […]

Canada’s anti-apartheid credentials are overrated

Canada’s anti-apartheid credentials are overrated

Editorial The passing of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney has sparked discussions surrounding Canada’s involvement in the fight against South African Apartheid. Many headlines and articles have hailed Canada, with Mulroney taking a starring role, as a leading force against apartheid. From the reports and the reminiscences of ordinary folk (raised not to speak ill […]

Walnut Foundation launches lifesaving initiative in Oshawa

Walnut Foundation launches lifesaving initiative in Oshawa

In a groundbreaking move to combat prostate cancer among men of African descent in Canada, the Walnut Foundation (TWF) is expanding its reach by launching a “Detect and Protect” free mobile health clinic in Oshawa. Scheduled for April 6, 2024, at the Durham Community Health Centre, 115 Grassmere Ave, this initiative marks the first time […]

St. Lucian Independence celebration honors outstanding community contributors

St. Lucian Independence celebration honors outstanding community contributors

The Saint Lucia Toronto Association (SLTA), in partnership with The Consulate General of Saint Lucia, recently hosted a grand celebration to mark the 45th Anniversary of Independence on March 9th. The event, held at the Luxe Convention Centre in Mississauga, included speeches, performances, and a deep sense of community spirit. Luana, President of the SLTA, […]

American democracy is a sham

American democracy is a sham

By Carlton Joseph President Vladimir Putin secured another six-year term amidst a crackdown on dissent on the war in Ukraine.  The Kremlin made efforts to boost voter turnout by allowing electronic voting over three days; voter turnout was reported at 74%, with Putin receiving 87.31% of the vote while the remainder was split between three […]

Toronto Comicon ‘FAN EXPO’ Draws Thousands, Showcases Diversity

Toronto Comicon ‘FAN EXPO’ Draws Thousands, Showcases Diversity

By Janet Grant Toronto’s much-anticipated Fan Expo made a grand return to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from March 15-17, attracting a diverse crowd of enthusiasts for a three-day celebration of pop culture. The event, held in the North Building, brought together fans of all ages to revel in a variety of activities, including celebrity […]