Celebrating the life of Sylvia Regis
Peacefully at Elizabeth Bruyère Hospital, surrounded by family, Friday, August 8, 2014 at the age of 68. Predeceased by her parents Caralie James Martelly and Theresa Martelly (nee Charley)….
Honouring our 2014 graduates
Black Ottawa Scene is proud to honour these young men and women who have recently graduated from high school, college and university. The future of our community rests with these…
In conversation with Isobel Granger
Isobel Granger is the Staff Sergeant in charge of The Partner Assault Section of the Ottawa Police Service Could you tell me about your childhood? Where were you born? Is…
Nelson Mandela Square unveiled by City of Ottawa
Thursday 17 July 2014. Mayor Jim Watson hosted over two hundred specially invited guests at City Hall at the launch of the Nelson Mandela square, in honour of the late…
Mega picnic brings Nigerian community together in Ottawa
Saturday 19 July 2014. The Vincent Massey Park was abuzz as hundreds of Nigerians and friends of Nigeria gathered for their annual summer mega picnic. There were food and drinks…
In conversation with His Excellency, Chief Ojo Maduekwe, Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Canada
His Excellency, Chief Ojo Maduekwe Black Ottawa Scene met with his Excellency on Saturday 19 July at the Nigerian community mega clinic held at Vincent Massey Park. With his wife…
TD Ottawa International Jazz Festival
For over 30 years now, each summer the Ottawa Jazz Festival has featured some of the jazz world’s most renowned and cutting-edge musicians in various genres including jazz, rhythm and blues, soul and…
Ottawa celebrates annual Carnival of Cultures
July 4, 2014. During its three-day festival, Carnival of Cultures proudly showcased more than 20 different countries. Represented by over 40 organizations and 400 performers, Ottawa’s folk arts community offers the…
Eid Al-Fitr: A Time of Reflection for Muslims
Ifrah (a.k.a Sucdi) Hassan is a Somali-Canadian who enjoys community work and believes that giving back is everyone’s responsibility. She is also committed to inspiring and building bright future for…
Letter from the Editor: August 2014
Good morning all Welcome to the August 2014 edition of Black Ottawa Scene. Hard to believe, it is already eleven months since we first dipped our toes into the relatively…