Here is why you need a will – Experts
Sunday 31 March 2024 Many people in our community do not see the need for having a will. These individuals would argue that they do not have enough money, houses,…
Ottawa students win RBC scholarships
by Cole Crawford Wednesday 21 February 2024 Just wanted to pass along this story idea Black Ottawa Scene might be interested in, of two students from Ottawa who today were…
In Our Tongues – A Celebration of Black History
Tuesday 13 February 2024 By Joy Osiagwu, Editorial Associate “In Our Tongues”, the first reading series in Ottawa dedicated to promoting and nurturing Black Canadians and racialized artists, created a…
Farhia Ahmed: My journey with systemic racism
Source: LinkedIn Thursday 18 January 2024 From Playground Politics to Policy Reform: My journey with systemic racism and the Canadian Human Rights Commission By Farhia Ahmed I was in the…
Tax-time guide – Tips for stress-free filing
By Kate Moore, Senior Editor, News Canada (NC) The tax deadline is inevitable every year, whether it fills you with a deep dread or you actually enjoy putting everything together….
Ottawa Heritage Day: City honours Black History Ottawa
Tuesday 20 February 2024 Ottawa’s iconic heritage organization Black History Ottawa was chosen by Capital Heritage Connexion as the 2024 recipient of the Heritage Day Proclamation on Heritage Day which…
Sharp increase in Ottawa hate crimes: Ottawa Police Service
Annual Hate Crimes data show a 19% increase in reporting to police in 2023 Monday, February 12, 2024 10:15 am (Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Hate and Bias Crime Unit 2023…
Ottawa City Council celebrates Black History Month
Wednesday 7 February 2024 All photos credit: Obasola Bamigbola Some 200 members from Ottawa’s diverse communities were on hand as the City of Ottawa celebrated the 2024 Black History Month…
Black Creatives Performing Arts Black History Month showcase
A Night of Cultural Brilliance: Ottawa Black Creatives Hub Performing Arts Showcase by Obasola Bamigbola, Editorial Associate Ottawa, February 20, 2024 – The Algonquin Commons Theatre inside Algonquin College’s student…
Ontario to introduce mandatory Black History learning
Province also unveils updated curriculum that prepares students for the jobs of the future Thursday 8 February 2024 AJAX — As the province celebrates Black History Month, the Ontario government…