Pregnancy brain research reveals deep neural changes Modern neuroscience increasingly views the brain as an organ in constant motion, reshaping itself in response to experience across the lifespan. This capacity, known as neuroplasticity, is now being examined with growing attention to how female biology interacts with structural change over time. Researchers have identified three major […]
The Caribbean Community has formally welcomed Martinique as its newest Associate Member, marking a significant development in regional cooperation that further integrates the French Caribbean territory into the wider Caribbean framework. Although geographically and culturally rooted in the Caribbean, Martinique has long followed a distinct political trajectory as an overseas department of France. Its new […]
Pan Man Pat McNeilly pays heartfelt tribute to lifelong friend Bill Trotman By Staff Writer Steelpan pioneer Patrick “Pan Man Pat” McNeilly has paid an emotional tribute to his longtime friend Bill Trotman, remembering the celebrated performer, artist and cultural ambassador as a man whose influence on Caribbean culture stretched across generations and whose friendship […]
Discover Canada’s Best at Toronto Outdoor Art Fair By Stephen Weir There is an art to having an enjoyable time in downtown Toronto. This past weekend, the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair attracted an estimated 170,000 art lovers and buyers to Nathan Phillips Square, where more than 400 artists from across Canada showcased and sold their […]
Canadian Born Caribbean Youth Embrace Dual Identity By Charles Agard For many second generation Black Caribbean Canadians, the question “Where are you from?” is more than casual conversation. Researchers say it reflects a broader struggle over identity, belonging and what it means to be accepted as fully Canadian despite being born and raised in the […]
Understanding Canada’s Black History and Legacy Canada’s reputation as a multicultural nation committed to equality is being challenged in a new examination of the country’s Black history, with scholars arguing that many Canadians remain unfamiliar with the extent and persistence of anti Black racism. The debate has gained renewed attention following discussion of Black Canadians: […]
Education summit focuses on effective leadership By Neil Armstrong Educators were encouraged to lead effectively at a Fireside Chat at the Jamaica Diaspora Taskforce Action Network (JDTAN) 11th Annual Education Summit held at York University, July 6-10, which attracted more than 170 educators from the Caribbean, many from Jamaica. Under the theme, “Resilience – The […]
Haitian Canadian Elder Marks Remarkable 110th Birthday Joseph Mery Arthur, believed to be Canada’s oldest reported living man, has celebrated an extraordinary milestone, marking his 110th birthday surrounded by generations of family who credit his remarkable longevity to a life of moderation, wisdom and service. Born in Saint-Marc, Haiti, in 1916, Arthur immigrated to Montreal […]
South Africa mourns World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams death South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup. Adams featured in all three of South Africa’s group games at the tournament, where they reached the knockout stages before […]
New Generation of Black Changemakers Recognized A new class of Black community leaders has been honoured through the 2026 CBC Black Changemakers initiative, recognizing individuals whose work has strengthened communities across Quebec through leadership, advocacy and public service. The latest nominees have now been announced and their profiles published, shining a spotlight on people making […]
