Celebrating National Seniors’ Day 1 October 2025
October 1 is National Seniors’ Day National Seniors Day in Canada is celebrated annually on October 1st to recognize the significant contributions of older adults to Canadian society, the economy, and families. The...
Dr. Cassandra Morrison: Preventing dementia across the lifespan
Panel presentation by Dr. Cassandra Morrison at the seniors’ mental health seminar, hosted by the Ottawa Golden Oldies Seniors’ Club, 27 September 2025 Preventing dementia across the lifespan – a...
Seniors’ Mental Health seminar brings Ottawa community together
Seniors’ Mental Health seminar brings Ottawa community together at Tom Brown Arena hall By Obasola Bamigbola Saturday 27 September 2025 On Saturday, September 27, 2025, the Ottawa Golden Oldies Seniors’...
Kusi-Appiah & Sarah Onyango The vital role of Black Seniors in Ottawa’s development
Empowering Communities: The Vital Role of Black Seniors in Ottawa’s Development By Kwaku Kusi‑Appiah and Sarah Onyango ———- “Black elders are a unique group of individuals who are ethnically heterogeneous...
Letter from the Editor 1 October 2025
Good morning folks Today 1 October 2025, is National Seniors’ Day. In celebration of this unique event, Black Ottawa Scene is publishing a number of articles focused on older adults....
Midlife career change: Where can you take your skills?
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 Midlife career change: where can you take your skills? Canadian Changemakers may be your answer (NC) People are living longer than ever before,...
New wave of African pride rises in the Caribbean
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 Sunday 17 August 2025 by Wedaeli Chibelushi Source: BBC News Augustine Ogbo works as a doctor, treating patients in clinics across the striking...
Kimberly Dixon appointed Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s director of education
New director of education ‘excited’ to join region’s Catholic school board ‘In addition to a wealth of experience, I am confident that Kimberly’s strong leadership, deep faith and positive energy...
MP Yasir Naqvi: Budget 2025: Share Your Priorities
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 Budget 2025: Share Your Priorities by Yasir Naqvi, MP, Ottawa Centre Wednesday 13 August 2025 This fall, the Government of Canada will table...
A Tribute to Our Brother, Lee Theodore
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 A Tribute to Our Brother, Lee Theodore by Monty Domingo, President, ACIAEO Wednesday 13 August 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we...