Letter from the Editor December 2025
Monday 1 December 2025 Good morning folks As we head into the Christmas season, we are reminded that there is more to the yuletide celebrations beyond gifts and gifting. There…
Kusi-Appiah: Succession Challenges in African and Caribbean Community Associations
Succession Challenges in African and Caribbean Community Associations in Ottawa: A Path Forward.” By Andy (Kwaku) Kusi-Appiah —- “Leadership is not about holding power, it is about preparing others to…
3 EES & Friends showcase innovative educational materials at Fab Fest
Saturday 22 November 2025 Founder and Proprietor of 3 EES & Friends, Aba Tsiagbey was one of the key exhibitors at the Fab Fest exhibition held at the Rideau Hub….
Sophia Jacob receives Algonquin College Alumni award
Date of publication: Monday 1 December 2025 Tuesday 11 November 2025 Sophia Jacob, the Recipient of the 2025 Algonquin College Alumni of Distinction – Community Services Award by the Communications…
Cal Lawrence: Reflections on Black identity in Canada and beyond
Cultural Continuities and Divergences: Reflections on Black Identity in Canada and Beyond by Cal Lawrence Wednesday 22 October 2025 Introduction The assertion that “the only difference between me as a…
Rev Dan Joseph: The Law of Association
The Law of Association by Rev Dan Joseph Wednesday 22 October 2025 The law of association states that you become like those with whom you spend time. This law corresponds…
Ottawa Police Service launches first Mobile Crisis Response Team
Thursday, October 2, 2025 Ottawa Police Service launches first Mobile Crisis Response Team (Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has recently launched its first Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT),…
Celebrating the life of Ernest Akyeampong
Date of publication: Saturday 1 November 2025 In Loving MemoryIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernest Akyeampong at the age of 86. He transitioned peacefully…
Donalda MacIsaac – A Woman of Substance
This article originally appeared in the October 2025 edition of CARP Action, a monthly newsletter published by the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP). CARP FACES: Donalda MacIsaac – A…
Unequal coverage of hate crimes in Ottawa
Unequal coverage of hate crimes in Ottawa: Community calls for fairness and consistency by Abdirizak Mohamud, Managing Director, Suradway Parents Association of Ottawa Wednesday 8 October 2025 The Suradway Parents…