Desmond Cole: Activist and author
Why Desmond Cole says empathy isn’t enough to eradicate anti-black racism His new book ‘The Skin We’re In’ launched at the University of King’s College on Thursday CBC News · Feb…
Interview: Peter Sloly
Q&A: Peter Sloly, Ottawa’s next police chief, on why he became a cop and what his priorities will be SHAAMINI YOGARETNAM August 27, 2019 Peter Sloly, Ottawa’s next police chief…
In conversation with Fred Swaniker
July 15, 2019 Source: Rising Africa Ghanaian entrepreneur Fred Swaniker is the founder of the African Leadership Group, which consists of: the African Leadership Academy (ALA); the African Leadership University…
In conversation with graduates: Diana, Ganise and Christina
14 June 2019 Friday 14 June Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa Immediately preceding the African Caribbean and Black post-secondary graduation celebration hosted by YLAC , Black Ottawa Scene…
Patricia and Moses Mawa
Black Canadian Couples In Business: Moses and Patricia Mawa Are Changing Lives Through Media Source: ByBlacks Canada Given “power couple” status by CNN in 2013, Patricia and Moses Mawa know…
In conversation with Justice Donald McLeod
Saturday 26 January, 2019 City Hall Ontario Court Justice Donald McLeod is no stranger to readers of Black Ottawa Scene. In 2018, he was brought before the Ontario Judicial…
In conversation with Delcyna Morgan, emerging artist
Saturday 19 January 2019 She may be only fifteen but Delcyna Kanisha Morgan is already turning heads with her art work. Last Saturday, the Cultural Arts Studio of Afro-Caribbean Dance on…
In conversation with Des Doran, Agricultural Economist
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? Your parents,…
In conversation with Valerie Assoi, School Board Trustee
My name is Valérie Chinan Assoi and I define myself as a bridge builder between heterogeneous groups (who usually do not mix). My 15 years+ of experience in program coordination/…
Kika Otiono: In conversation with King Kimbit
The Youth Voice in Ottawa – In Conversation with King Kimbit by Kika Otiono, Associate Editor Every Monday evening, there’s a small buzz of activity in the basement of…