By Sukhram Ramkissoon Samuel (not his real name), a citizen of Jamaica, was in Canada for approximately 54 years. He is now 56 years of age and arrived with his family when he was two years old. Most of his family have since obtained Canadian Citizenship but he did not apply nor was such applied […]
Octogenarian gets second chance at humanitarian application By Sukhram Ramkissoon Martha (not her real name) is citizen of Jamaica. She arrived in Canada in 1991 as a visitor and has been residing in Canada, without status for 34 years. She married a Canadian citizen in 1998, and he intended to sponsor her for Permanent Residence […]
U.S. travelers may keep shoes on In a major shift to airport security procedures, the United States has officially ended its long-standing requirement for passengers to remove their shoes at TSA checkpoints. The announcement came Tuesday from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who said the policy change takes effect immediately. The rule reversal brings to […]
By Anthony Joseph A new report developed by United Way Greater Toronto, in collaboration with the City of Toronto and regional partners, shines a stark light on the experiences of African asylum seekers caught in the 2023 refugee crisis. Titled “Understanding the Experiences of African Asylum Seekers”, the report draws on in-depth interviews with 29 […]
Long term non-status Vincentian approved for permanent residence By Sukhram Ramkissoon Rebecca (not her real name) was recently approved for permanent residence on humanitarian grounds after residing in Canada for over 24 years without status. Rebecca entered Canada in July 2001, at the age of 11 in Toronto and was granted status as a visitor. […]
Rhonda McEwen family journey From Halifax to Trinidad When Rhonda McEwen received her royal letter appointing her as an honorary captain in the Royal Canadian Navy on June 21 in Halifax, she joined a tradition of service and resilience that traces back two centuries. Her family’s journey began in 1820, when ancestors fleeing discrimination in […]
Thousands face crisis over Caribbean passports A growing number of UAE residents who acquired second citizenships through Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes now face uncertain futures. These individuals, many from India, South Asia, and the Middle East, spent between $115,000 and $330,000 on passports from countries like Dominica, Saint Lucia, and Saint Kitts and […]
Usain Bolt, eight-time Olympic gold medalist and widely regarded as the fastest man alive, has been officially named Jamaica’s global ambassador as the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) celebrates its 70th anniversary. The announcement was made by Director of Tourism Donovan White during a commemorative event at the historic Devon House in Kingston on May 22. […]
By Sukhram Ramkissoon To be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), an applicant must meet all eligibility requirements. However, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced changes to the program requirements, which include demonstration of English or French language proficiency and program eligibility for those applying for a PGWP on or after November 1, 2024. If […]
Canadian author Fred Anderson’s powerful new memoir, Eyes Have Seen: From Mississippi to Montreal, will be launched on May 8, 2025, at A Different Booklist in Toronto. Co-hosted by Baraka Books and the iconic bookstore, the event promises an evening of reflection, resilience, and remembrance—spotlighting the enduring legacy of Black activism from the 1960s to […]
