Editorial Scarborough gets no respect Six months ago, when Scarborough transit riders heard the news that the Scarborough RT had derailed and will no longer function, thousands knew they were in big trouble. They depended on the train to go north from Kennedy station to the Scarborough Town centre at McCowan. There were stops at […]
We must keep up the struggle for decency despite the pain of war and homelessness Reflecting on what passed in 2023 tells of a year of brutal wars, a climate crisis that seems to have no end, the soaring cost of food and housing, a worsening refugee crisis, and homelessness. The start of the year […]
Some great hockey books for the new year By Yolanda T. Marshall In 2024, I will interview authors who consistently contribute literature and preserve our diverse cultures. I’ve already featured around 200 available books written by Canada-based traditionally published and self-published authors, in the past two years. I wish you a prosperous New Year filled […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon One of the fundamental principles and objectives as prescribed in Canadian immigration law is, “to see that families are reunited in Canada.” However, is this mandate implemented by all immigration officials? Every day we hear, read, and see hundreds of frustrated spouses, parents, and children denied compassion in their bid to be […]
As we embark on our journey into the year 2024, The Caribbean Camera presents its community wishlist, outlining hopes, dreams, and aspirations for a brighter future in the New Year. The wishlist encompasses various facets of our community – economic empowerment, cultural enrichment, social advancement and crime reduction. Let us delve into each of these […]
Guyana began its two-year term on the United Nations Security Council last Tuesday. Permanent Representative of Guyana to the UN, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett will the country’s commitment to international law and multilateralism. Guyana’s national flag, was installed outside the Council’s chamber alongside the flags of the four other council members serving the same 2024 and […]
“Where We Are Now” hosted the 3rd annual Black Excellence Gala and Awards event last Saturday night honouring members of London’s Black community. “It’s to say thank you to those that have forged the way, and continue to forge the way, so that others, like myself and others coming up behind me, are able […]
Old and new forms of discrimination and intolerance continue to divide communities all over the world. Sentiments of xenophobia are on the rise. They are often manipulated for demagogic purposes or even for sinister political agendas. Day after day, their corrosive effects undermine the rights of countless victims. Discrimination can take many forms, covert or […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon Every year, tens of thousands of persons interested in studying in Canada attempt to apply for a Student Visas, but not everyone is not successful. Some who are refused by the visa offices show their courage and determination in having their refusals challenged in the Federal Court of Canada. Immigration law governs […]
The Weeknd‘s XO Humanitarian Fund is directing $2.5 million to Gaza, which will pay for the equivalent of more than four million emergency meals for affected civilians. The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) reports that the money pays for 820 metric tons of food, which could feed more than 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks. The […]