Lowell Fillmore “Sly” Dunbar, the legendary Jamaican drummer and co-founder of the groundbreaking Taxi Records label, has died at the age of 73. His wife, Thelma Dunbar, confirmed that he passed away at home earlier this week, He had been battling health issues for some time and was receiving treatment both locally and overseas. […]
OBHS Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch postponed to February 1 following historic snowfall Toronto will once again serve as the launch point for Black History Month celebrations, though one week later than planned, after the Ontario Black History Society’s (OBHS) 38th Annual Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch was postponed due to an unprecedented snowfall. Originally […]
Community honours torchbearers at MLK Connexus By Kojo Community spirit, reflection, and celebration filled the Canadian Event Centre in Whitby as a full house gathered for the MLK Connexus Dreamers to Torchbearers awards ceremony. The annual event brought together leaders, families, youth, and elders to honour individuals whose lives and work reflect the enduring legacy […]
Glory in Paradise Gospel Festival Comes to Dominica Dominica is preparing for a new musical and spiritual gathering that organizers hope will resonate across the island and beyond. The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have unveiled the National Gospel Festival, titled “Glory in Paradise,” which is set to take place on […]
Dominica is preparing for a new musical and spiritual gathering that organizers hope will resonate across the island and beyond. The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have unveiled the National Gospel Festival, titled “Glory in Paradise,” which is set to take place on February 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Windsor […]
An online campaign targeting Trinidad-born rapper Nicki Minaj has gained significant traction, reigniting debate about celebrity speech, political alignment, and the limits of activism in the digital age. A Change.org petition calling for a review of Minaj’s immigration status in the United States has now attracted more than 120,000 signatures. The petition, launched last year […]
Planning for Black History Month in York Region is taking a new turn as two neighbouring organizations prepare to share the spotlight for the first time. The Aurora Black Community Association and the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association revealed that they will co host a Black History Month Gala on Saturday Feb. 7 2026. The […]
Tyler Perry’s themes of legacy and resilience resonate deeply with the Caribbean Canadian community through the shared experience of the African Diaspora. Although the specific political efforts to erase history mentioned in the speech may not be mirroring current events in Canada, the underlying struggle for cultural preservation remains a vital, universal mandate. We must […]
Caribbean music will take centre stage in New York this January when Kes The Band headlines the third annual Unity Jazz Festival at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The two-day festival runs on January 8 and 9 at the iconic Frederick P. Rose Hall, often referred to as the “House of Swing,” one of the world’s […]
Keisha Harris, better known to global audiences as Lady Lava, continues to build an impressive international profile, earning the title of Best Performing Artist of 2025 at the Zikomo Africa Awards. The prestigious ceremony was held on December 17 in Tanzania, bringing together some of the continent’s most dynamic creative talents. For the Trinidad and […]
