Carney unveils new cabinet: Haitian-Canadian Marjorie Michel among fresh faces By Lincoln DePradine In a move that blends experience with fresh leadership, Prime Minister Mark Carney this week unveiled his first post-election cabinet at Rideau Hall, vowing to tackle what he calls a “hinge moment” for Canada. The 29-member cabinet, balanced in gender and featuring […]
Lauretta Bailey Honoured for Lifetime of Care For nearly 50 years, Nurse Lauretta Bailey has been the steady hands and warm heart of Thompson Town, Clarendon, Jamaica. At 77, the retired midwife is celebrated for delivering more than 1,000 babies and serving generations of families — often in the most challenging conditions, without electricity, proper […]
The feature-length documentary Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story, produced by Banger Films and the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), has been awarded a prestigious Peabody Award in the Documentary category. Directed by Toronto-based filmmakers Michael Mabbott and Lucah Rosenberg-Lee, the film continues to gain international recognition, with 22 awards and 47 festival […]
As Canadian travellers contend with increasingly cumbersome entry protocols to the United States, a new wave of tourism is redirecting their attention south—toward the Caribbean. With visa-free entry, improved infrastructure, and booming flight access, destinations across the region are seeing a surge in Canadian visitors seeking sun without the red tape. The shift comes amid […]
Frances-Anne Solomon reclaims her family’s hidden story Filmmaker Frances-Anne Solomon’s haunting and deeply personal film ‘What My Mother Told Me’ was born out of a short story she penned at 16, an emotional account of her parents’ broken marriage that moved her father to tears. But its emotional roots stretch far deeper, through generations of […]
By Lincoln DePradine The April 28 election victory of the United National Congress (UNC) in Trinidad, as well as the June 2022 win in Grenada by the National Democratic Congress, were “data-driven’’, according to the Canadian-based company that correctly predicted the outcome of both polls. “These back-to-back successes in Grenada and Trinidad demonstrate that in […]
Standing for truth on ‘World Press Freedom Day’ By Anthony Joseph In a stirring and solemn gathering in Toronto, the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada (NEPMCC) hosted its annual World Press Freedom Day event, spotlighting the escalating threats facing journalists around the globe and honouring those who continue to defend the profession’s […]
Even in 2025, the Caribbean still holds secrets. Beyond the cruise routes and Instagram favorites lie islands that have slipped through the cracks—places of quiet beauty, resilient history, and untamed nature. Here are five destinations where the Caribbean’s soul still whispers rather than shouts. Andros, Bahamas You can spot Andros easily on the map—it’s the […]
A guide for Jamaicans investing in property back home For many Jamaicans living overseas, the idea of returning home after years abroad holds a special appeal. Whether it’s the pull of white sandy beaches, warm hospitality, or the simple desire to reconnect with their roots, the dream of retiring or investing in property in Jamaica […]
Bridging the gap: UWI Toronto Benefit Awards transform futures By Janet Grant Photos by George Pimentel In a world where opportunity often feels out of reach, the University of the West Indies (UWI) Toronto Benefit Awards 2025 returns for its 16th year as a resounding call to action—and a celebration of hope. As one of […]
