Philanthropist Donette Chin Loy Chang to be honoured at ICHS Hall of Fame Gala

Philanthropist Donette Chin Loy Chang to be honoured at ICHS Hall of Fame Gala

The Immaculate Conception High School (ICHS) Alumnae Association is set to honor four outstanding alumnae, including renowned communications strategist, community leader, and philanthropist Donette Chin Loy Chang, during its prestigious 5th ICHS Hall of Fame Fundraising Gala. The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, at 6:00 p.m. at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel. This year, […]

Jamaican-American sensation Nadège shines on The Voice

Jamaican-American sensation Nadège shines on The Voice

Jamaican-American artist Nadège recently showcased her talents on the latest season of the popular American singing competition, The Voice. The 26-year-old singer caught the attention of the coaching panel, including John Legend, Reba McEntire, Chance the Rapper, and Dan + Shay, during the Blind Auditions. Nadège’s rendition of Daniel Caesar’s “Get You” earned her high […]

Lillie Johnson lauded as a dedicated public health advocate at Order of Canada investiture

Lillie Johnson lauded as a dedicated public health advocate at Order of Canada investiture

By Neil Armstrong Centenarian Lillie Johnson — who founded the Sickle Cell Association of Ontario and will celebrate her 102nd birthday on March 16 — has been lauded for her advocacy for sickle cell disease in Ontario. At a special ceremony held at Extendicare Rouge Valley, the long-term care residence where she lives in Scarborough, […]

Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan of Morgan Heritage passes away at age 46

Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan of Morgan Heritage passes away at age 46

Grammy Award Winning Reggae group Morgan Heritage last Sunday announced Sunday the death of their brother and lead singer Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan via a social media post. Known for speaking on the injustice of the voiceless, with a catalogue of Reggae hits, the multi-Grammy award-winning singer is the voice of many of beloved songs, and […]

Alvin Curling- a man of the people

Alvin Curling- a man of the people

One of Ontario’s most remarkable politicians reminisces on his career By Alia Loren Campbell When he was a youngster, Alvin Curling never thought he would have the career he had. But while growing up in his native Jamaica, he always found himself drawn to roles of leadership. As he puts it, “I was very much […]

Jamaica Tourist Board Celebrates ‘Jamaican Patty Day’ with Free Patties in Toronto

Jamaica Tourist Board Celebrates ‘Jamaican Patty Day’ with Free Patties in Toronto

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is set to celebrate Jamaican Patty Day on February 23 by giving away thousands of free beef patties at Toronto’s Union Station. The event, in its 39th year, aims to honor the city’s Jamaican culinary heritage and the contributions of the Jamaican Diaspora to Toronto’s food scene. On February 23, […]

JCA’s 29th annual brunch celebrated ‘Black Resilience’

JCA’s 29th annual brunch celebrated ‘Black Resilience’

The Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA) recently hosted its 29th Annual Boonoonoonos Brunch.. The event which was held at the JCA centre on Arrow Road in Toronto,brought together members of the community to celebrate Black History Month  2024 under the theme of  “Black Resilience.”  President David Betty’s message to those present noted that the resilience and […]

Jamaican Canadian musical celebration of Black History Month

Jamaican Canadian musical celebration of Black History Month

Music Toronto celebrated Black History Month with a soulful performance by Jamaican-born Canadian pianist, Dr. Maria Thompson Corley. Hailed as a “superlative pianist,” Corley enchanted the audience at a downtown concert hall. Corley’s remarkable career includes performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall and Alice Tully Hall in New York City. She’s also a prolific […]

Celebrating Bob Marley’s 79th birthday

Celebrating Bob Marley’s 79th birthday

Montego Bay, JA, got ahead of Bob Marley’s 79th birthday (6th February) celebrations by launching a series of tributes in his honor. A concert, billed “One Love ’79: People Get Ready”, combined the title of a song written by Curtis Mayfield, which became a global sensation when Marley branded it “One Love.” The early tribute […]

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