Banjela of Trinidad and Tobago was presented with the Best Calypso/Soca Award at the 9th Annual African Entertainment Awards USA (AEAUSA) held last Sunday at Newark Symphony Hall, New Jersey. Banjela came out tops among 10 talented nominees. The AEAUSA supports and celebrates African entertainment and achievements on a global scale, with the vision of […]
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 […]
By Lincoln DePradine Many adults in the Grenadian-Canadian community would fondly remember, as children, attending Christmas parties where the role of Santa Claus was often played by Adrian Pitt, brother of a former justice of the Ontario Superior Court, the late Romain Pitt. Less than two months before this year’s Christmas Day, Pitt died. He […]
The JUNO Awards will induct Hip-Hop pioneer Maestro Fresh Wes into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during a special presentation in Halifax on March 24th, 2024. Wes Williams, known as Maestro Fresh Wes, made history as the first Black Canadian artist to achieve gold and platinum status in the country. His contributions to Canadian […]
Kardinal Offishall, multi-award-winning Canadian music icon, producer, A&R executive, champion of emerging homegrown talent, and philanthropist is this year’s recipient of the Allan Slaight Music Impact Honour, an annual recognition that celebrates the achievements of Canadian musicians who have used their voices and talent to inspire and drive positive impact in the music industry. The […]
The actor, whose career spanned more than four decades in Hollywood, died in Los Angeles from pancreatic cancer Richard Roundtree, known for playing the suave lead role in the 1971 film Shaft died on Tuesday. Roundtree, 81, died in Los Angeles after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Patrick McMinn, Roundtree’s longtime manager reported. “His trailblazing […]
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. […]
Despite entering the week with a 17-18 tour-level record this season, the Canadian successfully defended his Swiss Indoors Basel title with a 7-6(3), 7-6(5) win against Hubert Hurkacz on Sunday in the ATP 500 final. Auger-Aliassime had made just one semi-final in 2023, and that came in February in Doha. But the 23-year-old, who has […]
Letter from the Publisher Celebrating excellence at the Impact Awards The Impact Awards, an event recognizing outstanding achievements in the Caribbean community, recently held its 2023 edition. The event, made possible by the generous support of its sponsors and dedicated organizers, brought together a diverse and appreciative audience at the Ontario Science Centre. First and […]
