YMCA celebrates Multiculturalism Day
Celebrating Diversity and Culture: A Remarkable Event in Ottawa by Hussein El Hajj Hassan Saturday 24 June 2023 On this vibrant day, Point d’Accueil Francophone (PAF) and the Newcomer Information…
Seniors: Is your home ready for you to age in place?
Aging in place – A challenge for seniors Photo credit Adobe Stock images (NC) Canadians are increasingly hearing about a phrase that could shift how they view home designs –…
Ottawa hosts citizenship ceremony
By Sarah Onyango Friday 26 May 2023 During my lunch break today, I had the pleasure of chatting with future Canadian citizens an hour before they were sworn in. We…
Foundation awarded stewardship of Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund
February 8, 2023 The Foundation for Black Communities awarded stewardship of $200 million Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund by federal government Historic investment to support and empower Black-led, Black-focused and Black- serving non-profits…
Eritrea Celebrates Independence 24 May 2023
Eritrea Celebrates Independence 24 May 2023 By Joy Osiagwu The State of Eritrea occupies a strategic and significant area in the Horn of Africa. It shares borders with Ethiopia, Sudan,…
Ethiopia celebrates Independence 5 May 2023
Ethiopia Celebrates Independence 5 May 2023 By Joy Osiagwu The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is the oldest independent nation on the African continent. The country has no experience of…
Emma Weller: The AHA season has come to a close
The AHA season has come to a close By: Emma Weller April 2nd was a bittersweet day. After 13 practices, the African Hockey Association’s season has come to an end….
Guyana celebrates Independence on 26 May 2023
Guyana celebrates Independence on 26 May 2023 By Joy Osiagwu The Republic of Guyana is the only English-speaking country situated between Venezuela and Suriname in South America. With a land…
New Arctic patrol vessel commemorates Victoria Cross recipient from Nova Scotia
New Arctic patrol vessel commemorates Victoria Cross recipient from Nova Scotia Social Sharing HMCS William Hall is first Royal Canadian Navy ship to be named for Black Canadian CBC News · Posted:…
Ottawa celebrates Heritage Day
Tuesday 21 February 2023 Heritage Day celebrated at City Hall by Ruth Aman On February 21st, the city of Ottawa celebrated Heritage Day in Ottawa’s City Hall. Organized by Capital…