Vincent Kuber training Black, Indigenous, People of Colour athletes for success

Vincent Kuber training Black, Indigenous, People of Colour athletes for success

Growing up in downtown Hamilton, Vincent Kuber says there was a lack of training and other opportunities for young athletes who identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour (BIPOC). “I grew up with so many athletes where, if they were given the opportunity to go further with it after high school, I feel like […]

Grenadians abroad rally in support of their country’s COVID battle

Grenadians abroad rally in support of their country’s COVID battle

By Lincoln DePradine Grenadians in Toronto have responded to an appeal for COVID-related assistance for their Caribbean homeland, where the Coronavirus has killed more than 130 people in the past six weeks. Another 1,500 have been described as “active’’ positive cases and are in isolation. “This week, we’re shipping 14 skids of hand sanitizers and […]

Barbados PM Mottley not supporting mandatory vaccines

Barbados PM Mottley not supporting mandatory vaccines

But she will encourage people to take the vaccine In a virtual press conference following the UNGA76, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has reiterated that she is not for mandatory vaccination of Bajans. “I personally do not like the notion of mandatory vaccines; I don’t.  And we had said that we would work as hard […]

The pandemic is taking a disproportionate toll on the mental health of Toronto’s Black communities

The pandemic is taking a disproportionate toll on the mental health of Toronto’s Black communities

Eight Black-led and health focused community groups are increasingly concerned about the mental health of a large segment of the Black community under the stress of the pandemic, its socio-economic consequences and the policies being implemented as of late. “Vaccine passports are being introduced and many people and communities feel vulnerable because of fear of […]

Coronavirus Delta variant “is setting its own rules”

Coronavirus Delta variant “is setting its own rules”

By Lincoln DePradine The Delta COVID variant has been described as a “beast’’ and concern has been expressed at the number of Black Canadians that still are unvaccinated, with some appearing not to be taking the deadly virus seriously. “Delta is setting its own rules,’’ said Dr Akwatu Khenti, a university professor with a PhD […]

Popular wellness trends for you to try

Popular wellness trends for you to try

Touchless spas Missing the spa, but not ready to be in close quarters with anyone yet? Touchless spas are on the rise. They provide services like no-touch facials, relaxation pods, and dry hydrotherapy massages. Virtual fitness Virtual fitness classes were already gaining in popularity pre-COVID. This made them well-positioned to take advantage of the need […]

Michie Mee memoir in the works

Michie Mee memoir in the works

Canadian hip-hop legend Michie Mee is writing a memoir. The book, which does not yet have a title, will be published in 2023 by Random House Canada. Michie Mee, the stage name for Michelle McCullock, is a Jamaica-born, Toronto-raised music legend and a rap icon. She was the first Canadian hip-hop artist to be signed […]

Grenada wins at Academy of Chocolate awards

Grenada wins at Academy of Chocolate awards

With over 1,600 submissions from more than 45 countries, the Grenada Chocolate Company  bags silver and bronze recognition at the 2021 Academy of Chocolate awards. The Grenada Chocolate Company has won 3 awards in 2 different categories. In the Tree to Bar category, The Grenada Chocolate Company’s 100% Dark Chocolate bar won silver and the […]

Healthy foods to boost brain function

Healthy foods to boost brain function

  The foods we eat can have a big impact on the structure and health of our brains. Eating a brain-boosting diet can support both short- and long-term brain function. The brain is an energy-intensive organ, using around 20 percent of the body’s calories, so it needs plenty of good fuel to maintain concentration throughout […]