Tonya Williams appointed to the Order of Canada
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 Monday 30 June 2025 Tonya Williams, O.C.Tonya Williams is an esteemed actor and passionate advocate for greater access and inclusion of racialized people…
Kusi-Appiah: The Purpose of Life: Reflections on Culture, Community & Environmental Stewardship
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 “The Purpose of Life: Reflections on Culture, Community, & Environmental Stewardship.” By Andy (Kwaku) Kusi-Appiahenvironmental philosopher/political ecologist —————————————— “Today…,life must be characterized by…
From Bofrot to Backhand: Ghanafest Brings the Heat!
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 “From Bofrot to Backhand: GhanaFest Brings the Heat!” By Andy (Kwaku) Kusi-Appiah The Ghana Association of Ottawa’s GhanaFest was an unforgettable celebration of…
Carmen Jones celebrates 70th birthday
Family and friends join Carmen in birthday celebration. by Suzette Small-Weekes Sunday 8 June 2025 What a profound honour it is to celebrate this incredible milestone of a phenomenal woman…
Toronto hosts 2025 Canadian Screen Awards
Date of publication: 1 July 2025 Canadian Screen Awards showcases Canadian talent by Moses Mawa Thursday 5 June 2025 It was a pleasure to be at the 2025 Canadian Screen…
Ottawa observes National Sickle Cell Awareness Day
Date of publication: 1 July 2025 Thursday 19 June 2025 Ottawa observes National Sickle Cell Awareness Day by Ketcia Peters On June 19th, is recognition of National Sickle Cell Awareness…
City of Ottawa: Honouring Seniors Month in Ottawa
Date of publication: 1 July 2025 Honouring Seniors Month in Ottawa June is Seniors Month in Ontario. It’s a special time to recognize, honour and celebrate the older adults in…
Federation of Black Canadians receives registered charity status
Date of publication: 1 July 2025 May 22, 2025 | Toronto, ON The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) is proud to announce that we have officially received registered charity status in Canada. This…
Meaningful intergenerational contact can reduce prejudice against older adults – McMaster University study
Research shows that meaningful intergenerational relationships, built on positivity and respect, can reduce ageist attitudes Jun 11, 2025 – McMaster University The Bottom Line Ageism—the stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against…
Seniors’ Loneliness – The Health Impacts of Isolation
Seniors’ Loneliness – The Health Impacts of Isolation Source: CARP The Canadian Association of Retired Persons is, at its core, a community – whether hosting events, rallying for change on…