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, […]
Sometimes it’s best to face Christmas than try to escape it By Fay Schopen Can you ever truly escape Christmas? In 2007, I discovered that you cannot, no matter how hard you try. I was living in New York, studying for a master’s degree. My boyfriend at the time, who lived in London, was flying […]
This holiday season, The Brand is Female (TBIF) is introducing their Shop from Women Directory and campaign to celebrate and support female entrepreneurship. With Canadians projected to spend a staggering $20 billion on holiday gifts this season, TBIF wants to encourage Canadians to allocate a more substantial share of their holiday budget towards supporting women-owned […]
To combat the rising levels of loneliness and social isolation in Toronto, the Toronto Foundation and Volunteer Toronto have announced an extension of the deadline for The Power of Us microgrant program. The program allows resident-led groups, grassroots organizations, and informal collectives across the City of Toronto to access grants of up to $1000. The […]
Funeral service was held on Tuesday following the sudden passing of Norma McKenzie, a mother, grandmother, nurse, dedicated citizen and a community leader. Born in Springfield, Jamaica, Norma left for England in the early 1960s to study nursing at the feet of the Jesuits. At age 27, she arrived in Canada and worked as a […]
By Stephen Weir Carnival memories dwindle into nothing in the rear-view mirror. The feathered costumes, the high-heeled shoes, and even the pocket flag doo-rags have been relegated to the storage room. If you are planning to go South once the snow flies, thanks to an online marketplace, there is no need to worry about not […]
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 […]
Calling the Caribbean community to help shape Durham’s DEI plans Durham Region’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) division extends a warm invitation to members of the Caribbean community and all residents to actively participate in shaping the region’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Durham Region, known for its rich tapestry of cultures, experiences, and […]
In what started as a 90-day summer program initiative, Zero Gun Violence in Toronto has come a long way in addressing the pressing issue of gun violence in the city. In an interview with Louis March, the founder of Zero Gun Violence, we gained insight into the organization’s journey, accomplishments, and vision for the future. […]
The Art Gallery of Burlington is hosting an exhibition of the work of Trinidadian visual artist Sybil Atteck. The exhibition which opened on October 20 last and runs until January 7, includes Atteck’s paintings, drawings, and archival materials ranging from the 1930s to the 1970s. Atteck who died in 1975, was a founder and […]
