Olivia Barrett: Combatting the epidemic of loneliness
The epidemic of loneliness and how Ottawa is combatting it by Olivia Barrett, Editorial Associate Sunday 26 November 2023 The epidemic of loneliness and how Ottawa is combatting it The…
African Ambassadors send off Nigerian High Commissioner Asekun
December 9, 2023 African Group of Ambassadors in Canada bid farewell to outgoing Nigerian High Commissioner Adeyinka Asekun By Joy Osiagwu, Editorial Associate The African Group of Ambassadors and High…
Paulette Senior appointed to Senate of Canada
Wednesday 20 December 2023 The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Governor General, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, appointed the following individuals as independent senators to…
Councillor Rawlson King
A Message from Councillor King As we approach the end of the year, I am pleased to reflect on the incredible progress and achievements we have made together in our…
Grandparents can enjoy family time while staying healthy
(NC) It’s true that many seniors find being a grandparent rewarding and enjoyable. Grandparenting allows for a special bond with grandchildren, where you can spoil them, play with them, and…
Djely Tapa shines at Shenkman Arts Centre
by Sarah Onyango Thursday 30 November 2023 Many many thanks and “merci” to the MIFO for supporting Djely Tapa and the super talented band we heard tonight at the Shenkman…
BlackNorth Initiative recounts recent accomplishments
by Dahabo Ahmed-Omer, Chief Executive Officer, BlackNorth Initiative Wednesday 20 December 2023 Dear Supporters, Signatories, Partners, and Allies, As we commemorate the third anniversary of the BlackNorth Initiative, I…
Africa’s year in pictures 2023
Source: BBC News Friday 29th December 2023, A selection of this year’s best photos from the African continent and beyond. A woman looks out from a bar at Virage beach…
Nwabuikwu: African, Caribbean, and Black Resilience During COVID-19
*African, Caribbean, and Black Resilience During COVID-19 Book review by Onoshe Nwabuikwu Monday 25 December 2023 Is Black Resilience A Blessing or A Curse? Three years after coronavirus COVID-19…
Kwanzaa 2023 celebrated in style
A young poet with reflections on being Black Jaku Konbit’s Kwanzaa Celebration in the Capital by Olivia Barrett Saturday 30 December 2023 Love and community were at the core of…