Ford Government Accused of Transit Power Grab Ontario’s Bill 98 is being marketed by Premier Doug Ford’s government as a plan to simplify transit, speed development and improve regional coordination. Behind the polished language, however, lies legislation that would hand sweeping powers to Queen’s Park while weakening local accountability, reducing municipal authority and placing transit […]
Playwright anitafrika celebrates tenth anniversary of Orisha Trilogy By Neil Armstrong After an impressive body of work in the arts in Toronto and completing a doctorate in the United Kingdom, Dr. d’bi.young anitafrika is revisiting all of her productions and is now restaging her play, “shx mami wata & the pxssywitch hunt” — the second […]
Hot Docs 2026 Highlights Unfiltered Black Experiences By Janet Grant Year after year, Hot Docs never comes quietly. The films hit hard, asked real questions, and stayed with you. What stood out most? A lineup of Black stories that didn’t wait for permission to be seen…or softened for comfort. These weren’t just documentaries. They were […]
Tourism Minister Highlights Jamaica’s Remarkable Recovery Story By Anthony Joseph There are moments in Jamaica when the island stops feeling like a destination and begins to feel like family. That was the atmosphere during a powerful presentation by Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, who delivered a passionate address celebrating the resilience, warmth and future […]
Tuff Gong and downtown murals highlight Jamaica recovery By Anthony Joseph KINGSTON, Jamaica: The first full day of a major media familiarization tour in Jamaica unfolded with warmth, music, colour and unmistakable optimism, as more than 100 reporters, influencers and content creators from around the world hit the streets of Kingston to witness what many […]
Waterloo Honours Caribbean Optometry Trailblazer Dr. Murchison Callender By Neil Armstrong A Trinidadian-Canadian leading researcher of contact lens has been inducted into the Waterloo Region Hall of Fame for his outstanding work and lasting impact in the field of optometry. Dr. Murchison G. Callender is a graduate of Sir George Williams, now Concordia University, where […]
By Lincoln DePradine Former world champion hurdler and acclaimed broadcaster Perdita Felicien will serve as keynote speaker at the sixth annual Building Diversity Awards, one of Canada’s leading events focused on equity and inclusion in the construction industry. Organized by Toronto Community Benefits Network (TCBN), the two-day event will take place May 20 and 21 […]
Workers’ Rights Remain Central on May Day International Workers Day, observed each year on May first, stands as one of the most significant commemorations of labor rights in the modern world. Its origins lie not in celebration alone, but in conflict, sacrifice, and the determination of workers to secure humane conditions. The story begins in […]
Black and Caribbean Stories Shine in New Canadian Releases By Yolanda T. Marshall Discover a powerful collection of new books that explore identity, belonging, creativity, and friendship through diverse and compelling voices. From the intimate and thought-provoking journeys in Black Boys to the heartfelt exploration of home and heritage in When We Go Home, these […]
Carnival Nationz Launches “V La Copa Mundial 11” Photos by Gilbert Medina Fresh off another major triumph in Trinidad and Tobago, veteran mas designer Marcus Eustace is once again setting his sights on the road in Toronto as Carnival Nationz unveiled its 2026 presentation before a packed crowd in Scarborough. The launch, held at the […]
