Institute of African Studies welcomes QES-AS-WA Scholars
Friday 30 June 2023 New initiative gives promising early career researchers the time and space to work at Carleton University The Institute of African Studies at Carleton University is celebrating the long-awaited…
Afro-Beat singer Yemi Alade wows Montreal fans
Yemi Alade headlines Festival international Nuits d’Afrique by Sarah Onyango Thursday 20 July 2023 When I found out earlier this year that Queen Yemi Alade would be headlining at Festival international…
Dina Epale creates scholarship for African and Caribbean students
This story was first published by Cape Breton University https://www.cbu.ca/ on Wednesday 14 June 2023 Cape Breton University alumni gives back in honour of his parents and brother Date Posted:…
Children’s Stories in the Diaspora
Sunday 23 July 2023 Ruth Aman “Once upon a time….”, our favorite childhood opening statement, was said once again at Vincent Massey Park as Black History Ottawa hosted an in-person…
In conversation with Isobel Granger, Canada Mint Security Chief
July 25, 2023 By Joy Osiagwu A brief conversation with Isobel Granger, the security chief of the Royal Canadian Mint, will lift your spirit to search for a better version…
Sickle Cell disease conference hosted by Ottawa U.
Monday 19 June 2023 Part 1: Part 2: Good day everyone, It is with great pleasure that we are sharing part 1 and 2 of the conference entitled ” Sickle…
St. Vincent’s organizations host Vincy Unity picnic
Saturday 15 July 2023 Three St. Vincent and the Grenadines organizations came together on 15 July to co-host a joint summer picnic. Themed Vincy Unity Picnic Canada, this epic social…
Dave Tulloch: Profile – Tene Knibbs, Partner Deloitte’s Consulting
by Dave Tulloch Monday 17 July 2023 The evidence is mounting that the children of Black immigrants in the City of Ottawa are making their own positive impact on our…
Councillor Rawlson King’s newsletter: 28 July 2023
Friday 28 July 2023 A Message from Councillor Rawlson King This week, OC Transpo had planned to restart light rail service by Monday, July 31. However due to continuing issues around…
Images from 2023 Carivibe Festival at Petrie Island
Saturday 22 July 2023 Ottawa’s Caribbean Festival draws thousands to Petrie Island Photos by Suzette Small-Weekes