Afro-Cuban Night at Centrepointe Theatre
Saturday 7 March, 2015 Afro-Cuban Night at Centrepointe Theatre by Joceyline Galloway Just when Ottawa needed the warmth, Cuba brought some to it. At the onset of this…
Children’s Stories in the Diaspora
Children’s Stories in the Diaspora by Sarah Onyango On Sunday, February 8, 2015, excited children of all ages and races and their parents congregated in the Children’s Program Room at the…
Idowu Ladeinde elected President of Isokan Yoruba Association
Idowu Ladeinde was recently elected President of the Nigerian Isokan Yoruba Association of Ottawa- Gatineau to lead the organisation”s executive committee for 2015. Other elected committee members were: Vice President, Dr. L….
In conversation with Nneka Bowen
Ms Nneka Bowen Vice President RBC Royal Bank Could you tell me about your childhood? Where were you born? Is there anything about your childhood that stands out for…
Black community leaders inducted into Ottawa’s Wall of Inspiration
Tuesday 3 March 2015 Ten black community leaders were among those inducted the City of Ottawa Wall of Inspiration, in acknowledgement of their initiative and outstanding community engagement. These Community…
Book review: Behind the Darkest Hours – Where Hope Lies
Behind the Darkest Hours – Where Hope Lies Behind the Darkest Hours – Where Hope Lies is a true and compelling story that offers encouragement, strength and faith for victims…
Letter from the Editor April 2015
Good morning folks Finally! Spring has sprung and we can now look forward to a glorious summer. At least the official line is that spring starts on 21 March, but…
Jamaican Self-Help Easter Songs Fund-raiser
Jamaican Self-Help Easter Songs Fund-raiser by Sarah Onyango On Sunday, March 22, 2015, Jamaican Self-Help partnered with Trinity Anglican Church to hold a fundraising concert presented under the patronage of…
Noirs-Si-Sons cultural showcase in Gatineau
Noirs-Si-Sons cultural showcase in Gatineau by Sarah Onyango On Saturday, February 2st, the Conseil de la communauté noire de Gatineau held a colourful cultural showcase at City Hall to close that…
Ontario Human Rights Commission: International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Message from Interim Chief Commissioner Ruth Goba – International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination March 20, 2015 Not just today – let’s challenge racism every day It’s easy…