Jamaal Jackson Rogers named Ottawa Poet Laureate
Ottawa introduces first poets laureate in nearly three decades JON WILLING Published on: March 27, 2017 Mayor Jim Watson introduced Ottawa’s new poets laureate — Andrée Lacelle (right) and Jamaal...
Tamara Thermitus Named Head of Quebec Human Rights Commission
Haitian Born Tamara Thermitus Named Head of Quebec Human Rights Commission: First Black Person To Hold Position February 21, 2017 On Tuesday, February 7, Tamara Thermitus was named head of...
Calvin Lawrence: Black Police officer recruiting and the illusion of inclusion
by Calvin Lawrence The submission and posting of this article is my opinion is based on research, observation, and experience. I will be using the terms “Racial Tailoring” and “Racial...
Cameroon scores late winner over Egypt in African Nations Cup final
Egypt 1-2 Cameroon: Indomitable Lions win Africa Cup of Nations with stunning second half comeback Second half goals from Nicolas N’Koulou and Vincent Aboubakar secured the impressive comeback victory for...
Dr. Helen Ofosu: What can I wear in my workplace?
Dressing The Part … Does This Include Body Art? by Dr. Helen Ofosu You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct way, and...
Black History Month stamp well-received by large audience at unveiling
2017.02.07 People lined up to have their pictures taken at the unveiling of the stamp bearing the image of Mathieu Da Costa, a relatively unknown but remarkable man who lived...
Meet the 2017 Black History Ottawa Community Builder award winners
Miranda Harris 2017 Black History Ottawa Community Builder Award (Youth Leadership) For her extensive volunteer work, specifically her leadership as Student Council President during the Earl of March Wellness Week, which...
Andy Kusi-Appiah: Abdirahman Abdi and the integration of Canadians of African descent
Can Abdirahman Abdi’s death tell us anything about the integration of 2nd Generation Canadians of African descent? Prof. Andy Kusi-Appiah Introduction There is no shortage of migration stories in the...
In conversation with Ann Youssef, Settlement Counsellor
Ann Youssef 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?...
Michael Arthur: Ottawa Real Estate Continues Its Record Sales In Resale Market
Feb 7 by Michael Arthur The Ottawa Real Estate Market Continues Its Record Sales In The Resale Market Once again, the Ottawa resale market continued its record sales in January 2017...