Three fugitives who had escaped from a Grenada jail, where they were initially detained on charges of rape, robbery, and violence, will be sent back to their home country. The trio, identified as Atiba Stanislaus (23), Trevon Robertson (25), and Ron Mitchell (30), were implicated in the suspected killing of two Americans, Ralph Hendry (66) […]
By Lincoln DePradine Diplomat Gerry Hopkin is keeping a promise to meet with as many Grenadians in Canada as he possibly can, and to offer more than just the traditional consular services as consul general in Toronto for Grenada. According to Hopkin, who assumed his position in Toronto late last year, Grenadians who send money […]
By Lincoln DePradine The Grenada Association Toronto (GAT) is assisting five students to complete their tertiary education with the award of scholarships. GAT unveiled the names of its 2024 scholarship winners – three male and two female – at this year’s gala commemorating the anniversary of Grenada’s independence. It’s 50 years since Grenada became an […]
Prime Minister, the Dr. Terrance Drew, extends heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister the Dickson Mitchell and the people of Grenada on the momentous occasion of their 50th Anniversary of Independence, celebrated on February 7 under the inspiring theme “One People, One Journey, One Future”. Grenada celebrates its 50th anniversary of Independence on February 7 under the […]
By Lincoln DePradine Volunteers and organizations commit themselves to serving the Black and Caribbean community year-round, with an extra effort expended at Christmas. The Christmas season brings with it numerous gatherings of people to eat, drink and exchange gifts, with some activities specially organized for senior citizens and children. A Christmas event for children has […]
By Lincoln DePradine As the top Grenada diplomat in Toronto, Gerry Hopkin says the office at 90 Eglinton Avenue East will continue to provide traditional consular services such as the issuing and renewing of passports. However, Hopkin pledges that there will be a new accented focus on the position he now holds as consul general. […]
Grenada 40 years on By Donald Ramotar On October 19, 1983, the Grenada Revolution, which was victorious on March 13, 1979, suffered a very fatal blow. Its principal leader, Prime Minister Maurice Bishop and five other prominent leaders of the New Jewel Movement (NJM) and the Grenadian Government, were executed. The others were Noris and […]
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Canada Chapter recently held its highly anticipated first in-person general meeting, marking a significant milestone for the party’s supporters residing in Canada. During this gathering, Honourable Dickon Mitchell, the Prime Minister of Grenada and the Political Leader of the NDC, made an important announcement, inviting all Grenadians to return to […]
Congratulations have been pouring in for Miss Grenada’s Samantha Harris who was crowned the winner of the Miss Plus Size Universe International 2023 pageant held last Wednesday in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Grenada’s Minister for Youth, Sports and Culture Ron Redhead in an online post said: “Good morning, help me congratulate Ms Samantha […]
Kirani James from Grenada placed 1st in the Xiamen Diamond League 2023. He secured a gold medal in men’s 400m with a season-best 44.38 Saturday. James was followed by Quincy Hall from the USA, who placed second in the league with 44.38. At the same time, Rusheen McDonald from Jamaica finished third with 44.8. On […]