By Kojo The Ontario government has announced the establishment of a new Youth Wellness Hub in Ajax, an initiative aimed at providing essential health and wellness services to young people in the Durham region. The announcement was made by MPP Patrice Barnes alongside fellow Durham representatives Peter Bethlenfalvy, Lorne Coe, and Todd McCarthy. The new […]
The Town of Ajax is set to honor Black History Month (BHM) with an attractive lineup of events throughout February, celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians while fostering inclusivity and awareness. The 2025 Black History Month Event Calendar showcases an array of cultural, educational, and artistic events designed to engage residents, businesses, and […]
The Durham Region Transit (DRT) is set to undergo a transformative decade, thanks to a $52 million investment over the next 10 years. This funding, supported through Canada’s Public Transit Fund, marks a significant step toward expanding transit services and achieving a greener future for the region. Marilyn Crawford, Chair of Durham Region Transit’s Executive […]
In a moving ceremony held in Toronto and later at Ottawa’s War Museum, historian Kathy Grant and members of the Carpenters and Painters Unions joined each other to honor the life of Sidney Flood, a distinguished Black Canadian soldier who served in both World Wars. Flood, born in Guyana, emigrated to Canada, where he enlisted […]
Oshawa recently marked its 100th anniversary, and the city’s Caribbean community was at the forefront of the celebrations. Club Carib of Oshawa, a cultural cornerstone for Caribbean heritage, hosted an evening filled with Caribbean music, food, and stories, attracting over 120 people, including community members and Caribbean culture enthusiasts. The event highlighted the long-standing contributions […]
Black communities in Canada face significant barriers to accessing mental health services, including high costs, negative past experiences with bias, and a lack of culturally representative mental health professionals. Recognizing these challenges, Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, has announced the launch of an open call for proposals […]
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is set to host “Unity Through the Arts,” a juried art exhibition presented by Cultural Expressions for CHANGE. This annual event runs from October 24th-November 10, eagerly anticipated by local art enthusiasts, brings together artists from Durham Region and the surrounding areas to showcase works that celebrate creativity and cultural diversity. […]
The community of Oshawa will come together for a cause that goes beyond just a summer party. The Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) Ex-Army Alumni is set to host its 4th annual T&T Army All-Inclusive Fete at Club Carib of Oshawa on Saturday, August 17th, 2024. This year’s event, with its signature camouflage theme, is more […]
Whitby, Ontario – The following represents beach-posting information for Durham Region beaches. Test results for the week of July 2 indicate that one public beach is posted as unsafe for swimming. Beaches are posted as unsafe for swimming when elevated levels of E. coli exceed the provincial standard of 200 E. coli per 100 ml of water. […]
Editorial Electoral reform should be implemented now In the looming shadow of a potentially seismic electoral shift, it is imperative for both the federal Liberals and New Democrats to embrace a pragmatic approach. The time has come for them to urgently revisit the crucial issue of electoral reform before the next election in October 2025. […]
