‘We have to face the housing crisis head on’- Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow  

‘We have to face the housing crisis head on’- Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow  

By Lincoln DePradine Mayor of Toronto, Olivia Chow, is promising Scarborough residents that they will benefit from projects soon to be to be implemented by the city. “In our work this coming year, we’re building a lot of housing, a lot of affordable housing; because the more we build, the better it is for the […]

‘Black Canadian history is Canadian history’

‘Black Canadian history is Canadian history’

Statement by the Prime Minister on Black History Month The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau issued the following statement on Black History Month: “Today marks the beginning of Black History Month. This month, we honour the achievements of Black Canadians, past and present, celebrate Black culture, and reaffirm our commitment to building a more diverse, welcoming […]

Hamilton community advocates want a say on who sits on police advisory panel

Hamilton community advocates want a say on who sits on police advisory panel

Last October the Hamilton Police Services (HPC) published statistics showing that Black people were grossly over represented when it comes to police use of force. The statistics were being collected since 2020 under a Provincial government mandate. The intent was to expose any racial biases or stereotyping within police services. In December the HPS was […]

Back 2 Basickz Youth Support Services opens in Scarborough

Back 2 Basickz Youth Support Services opens in Scarborough

By Lincoln DePradine A municipal politician has pledged his support for an organization that’s begun offering programs – including counselling, mental health services, employment training, and mentoring and educational tutoring – mainly targeting youth residing in Scarborough. “Welcome to Scarborough; it’s an amazing neighbourhood. We’re delighted to have you here,’’ Michael Thompson, City of Toronto […]

Brampton honours 100 Black Community Builders 

Brampton honours 100 Black Community Builders 

As the International Decade for People of African Descent comes to an end, the City of Brampton is gearing up for a remarkable event that celebrates the contributions and achievements of individuals from the Black community. Titled “Honouring 100 Black Community Builders and Champions,” this event is a significant step towards recognizing, achieving justice, and […]

Friendly fun at Bay Garden Beach Resort and Spa in St. Lucia

Friendly fun at Bay Garden Beach Resort and Spa in St. Lucia

By Jahmela Joseph Thomas A recent family trip to St. Lucia led us to the enchanting Bay Garden Beach Resort and Spa, an inviting haven for families seeking relaxation and adventure. Located in the picturesque Rodney Bay, this multifaceted resort is the brainchild of former local school teachers Joyce and Desmond Destang, who transformed their […]

Curriculum changes coming for kindergarten students

Curriculum changes coming for kindergarten students

By Lincoln DePradine Ontario, beginning next year, is introducing curriculum changes for kindergarten students to make the province and Canada a “global leader’’ by “emphasizing literacy and math skills in the classroom’’, education minister Stephen Lecce has said. “We, as Canadians, have to do better. We need to be the gold standard. And, it is […]

Bust of Lincoln Alexander unveiled at Queen’s Park

Bust of Lincoln Alexander unveiled at Queen’s Park

A statue of Lincoln MacCauley Alexander, Canada’s first Black Member of Parliament and the first Black person to hold a viceregal position in Canada, was unveiled at Queen’s Park last Sunday. The son of Caribbean immigrants, Alexander who was born in Toronto, served in the Royal Canadian Air Force in the Second World War. He […]

City of Toronto and CreateTO to partnerfor housing project

City of Toronto and CreateTO to partnerfor housing project

City of Toronto and CreateTO partner for major co-op housing development In a significant move to address the critical need for affordable housing, the City of Toronto and CreateTO have announced their partnership with Civic Developments, Windmill Developments, and the Co-operative Housing Federation of Toronto for the development of a groundbreaking housing project at 2444 […]

Paulette Senior appointed to the senate

Paulette Senior appointed to the senate

The president and CEO of the Canadian Women’s Foundation, Paulette Senior, has been appointed to serve as an independent senator in the Canadian Senate by Governor General Mary Simon. Born in Jamaica, Ms. Senior immigrated to Canada in 1973 at the age of 11. She is one of three newly appointed independent senators and was […]