In a groundbreaking opportunity for aspiring young Black writers, the Giller Mantella Scholarship, presented by Mantella Corporation, officially opens its applications today at 8 a.m. ET. This scholarship aims to empower and support talented individuals by awarding $10,000 each to three deserving recipients, facilitating their pursuit of higher education. Eligibility Criteria for Giller Mantella Scholarship: […]
Emera, the parent company of Nova Scotia Power, is amplifying its commitment to Tribe Network, a community organization dedicated to empowering Black and Indigenous entrepreneurship. Over the next three years, Emera will contribute $500,000, bringing their total support to Tribe Network to $800,000 since 2021. Tribe Network, headquartered in downtown Halifax, specializes in providing mentorship […]
A collaborative investigation conducted by Bellingcat and the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian has pinpointed the responsible entities behind a significant oil spill in the Caribbean. Melaj Offshore, a Panama-registered company, has been implicated in the incident, which is considered one of the worst oil spills in recent Caribbean history. According to findings from Bellingcat, an […]
By Stephen Weir The surge in popularity of Caribbean Canadian fashion comes as no surprise to global fashion authorities, who attribute this phenomenon to a combination of factors such as the region’s climate, the creativity of local designers, and the distinctive “Caribbean Canadian attitude.” These elements collectively contribute to the burgeoning influence of the Toronto […]
Ensuring access to justice stands as a foundational principle within the Canadian legal system, and is emblematic of a society committed to upholding the rule of law. Recognizing the pressing need to dismantle systemic barriers present in the justice system, there is a crucial call to establish equitable and impartial avenues for legal recourse, particularly […]
Jamaican-American artist Nadège recently showcased her talents on the latest season of the popular American singing competition, The Voice. The 26-year-old singer caught the attention of the coaching panel, including John Legend, Reba McEntire, Chance the Rapper, and Dan + Shay, during the Blind Auditions. Nadège’s rendition of Daniel Caesar’s “Get You” earned her high […]
Jamaica’s Deputy Prime Minister Horace Chang has announced the country’s commitment to welcoming orphans from Haiti, responding to the growing social challenges in the French-speaking nation, particularly in Port-au-Prince. Chang conveyed, “We have reached an agreement to provide accommodation for a specific number of individuals through legitimate channels, focusing on orphans currently residing in an […]
The 46th regular summit of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders commenced in Guyana last Sunday night, placing significant emphasis on addressing the political, economic, and social challenges facing Haiti. CARICOM leaders also expressed their determination to implement measures aimed at sustaining the success of the regional integration movement. CARICOM Chairman and host President, Mohammed Irfaan Ali, […]
‘Union Street’ chronicles decline of Hogan’s Alley once thriving Vancouver Black neighbourhood In the heart of Vancouver, Union Street, a compelling feature-length documentary by writer-director Jamila Pomeroy, delves into the rich history and subsequent decline of Hogan’s Alley—a once-thriving Black community at the edge of the Strathcona neighborhood. Pomeroy, a Vancouver filmmaker, expresses a personal […]
Black History Month is wrapping up soon but there’s no end to the gems being unearthed as part of the Jasper Place Community History Project in west Edmonton. “It speaks to my being, it speaks to my community and people wanting to see themselves in the history of Canada,” says Donna Coombs-Montrose, who has always […]