In conversation with Yohannes Drar, Social Worker
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,…
Samuel Getachew: Senator Don Meredith Can’t Blame His Shortcomings On Racism
Senator Don Meredith Can’t Blame His Shortcomings On Racism by Samuel Getachew In a bizarre and disturbing act of public defiance, Donald Meredith has decided to remain as a senator….
Remembering Alice Layiki-Dehne
In Memoriam – Alice Layiki-Dehne LAYIKI-DEHNE, AliceIn loving memory of Alice Layiki-Dehne, who peacefully died of cancer on March 11, 2017. Proud mother to Ajuki, Ariye and Lugei. Proud wife…
MacAndrew Clarke: Senator Meredith – An apology requires taking responsibility
by MacAndrew Clarke As the Senate Ethics Committee reviews its recent Inquiry Report into the allegations made against Senator Don Meredith, there has been many developments. From the Senator’s refusal…
Photo gallery: Seyi Okuribido-Malcolm at Pond Inlet, Northern Baffin Island
by Seyi Okuribo-Malcolm 4 March, 2017 I can officially say I traveled to Canada’s Arctic Circle (72nd parallel line). Pond Inlet is a predominantly Inuit community located in Northern Baffin…
Noah’s Ark Project: Ottawa school boy donates school supplies to St. Lucia
Submitted by Renee Martincich Photo credits: Erik & Renee Martincich and Coconut Bay Beach Resort
Bishop Jacob Afolabi: The Good Word – What is Truth?
The Good Word – What is Truth? by Bishop Jacob Afolabi Truth is the most powerful thing in the world, because it is the only thing that does not change….
Andy Kusi-Appiah: Will Senator Meredith survive this sex scandal?
Will Senator Meredith survive this sex scandal? by Prof. Andy Kusi-Appiah Another high profile political appointee has found himself in a tough spot, engaging in an extra marital affair with…
Retired firefighter Greg Birtch launches Pro-Abdi wristbands campaign
Proceeds will go the family of Abdirahman Abdi, who died following a confrontation with Ottawa police By Amanda Pfeffer, CBC News Mar 30, 2017 Retired firefighter Greg Birtch decided to order…
Ewart Walters: Ottawa Police Wrist-band campaign at its best is bad Public Relations
Public relations campaigns are great – so long as they improve relations with the public and don’t blow up in your face By Ewart Walters At its best, the Ottawa…