Is Sloly the last Black Ottawa Police chief?
Peter Sloly was the first only and most likely last Black Police Chief of the Ottawa Police Service by Ketcia Peters Until a couple of months ago, Ottawa had a…
In conversation with author Jane Karago
Could you tell me about your childhood? Where were you born? Is there anything about your childhood that stands out for you? Helped form who you are today? Your parents,…
Black psychologists treat racism trauma
The Mental Health for Everyone Project seeks to understand the impact of racial discrimination on the lives and health of racialized people, improve the mental health resources available for them,…
Celebrating Zimbabwe National Day: April 18, 2022
Black Ottawa Scene congratulates the people of Zimbabwe on the occasion of their Independence Day. The country gained its independence from Britain on April 18, 1980. Zimbabwe, officially the Republic of…
Celebrating Senegal National Day: 4 April 2022
Black Ottawa Scene congratulates the people of Senegal as they celebrate their Independence Day. The country gained its independence from France on 4 April 1960. The Republic of Senegal is…
Celebrating Togo’s National Day – April 27
Black Ottawa Scene congratulates the people of Togo on the occasion of their national day. Togo gained its independence from France on April 27, 1960. Togo, officially the Togolese Republic is…
Celebrating Sierra Leone’s National Day – 27 April
Black Ottawa Scene congratulates the people of Sierra Leone on the occasion of their National Day. Sierra Leone gained its independence from Britain on April 27, 1961. Sierra Leone officially the Republic…
Ottawa Black group aids Ukrainian refugees
African Canadian Association of Ottawa is leading a global coalition aiding African students fleeing the war in Ukraine. The collective of activists says it has helped more than 700 African…
Letter from the Editor: April 2022
Good morning folks As we head into spring, our thoughts shift to how to manage the lifting of most of the pandemic restrictions in the province of Ontario, along with…
Invitation: Healthy Lifestyles webinar, April 23
Promoting Healthy Lifestyles Free Virtual Seminar – April 23rd, 2022, 1000-1230pm EST The first part of the program will feature The Walnut Foundation, a men’s health interest and Prostate Support…