African Community organisations come together with one voice
by John Adeyefa In the wake of last year 2015 South African Xenophobia attack on some African immigrants in South Africa. The Nigerian Canadian Association President John Adeyefa reached out…
Jaku Konbit honours its volunteers
by Ken Campbell JK’S Volunteer Appreciation Event On April 29th a small gathering of members, volunteers and supporters came together to celebrate their collective work and contributions to the success of…
Profile: Jamaican Ottawa Community Association
JAMAICAN OTTAWA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION by Judith Headley Aims and Objectives of J(O)CA In keeping with the Corporations’ purpose, the aims and objectives of J(O)CA are: To promote amity, unity…
Calvin Lawrence: When is Police use of force justified?
by Calvin Lawrence I am a seventh generation Black Canadian. I was also a police officer for 36 years. I have worked in a city, rural, and federal environment. The…
Community Profile: The Academy – Ottawa’s Gospel Music Community Choir
The Academy: Ottawa’s Gospel Music Community Choir by MacAndrew Clarke Since its inception in 2013, The Academy choir has been blessing Ottawa with rich, diverse, and uplifting gospel music. As…
Seminar promotes healthy lifestyles in black community
By MacAdrew Clarke On Saturday, April 16, eight Ottawa-based black community organizations, hosted the 8th annual Health and Wellness Seminar from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, at the Public Service…
Althea Basudde: Mothers’ Day tribute
Mother said “ I love you “ By Maya Basudde Mother said “I love you” in many different ways, making sure to show it through her actions and not only…
Black History Month Gala makes history of its own
PATRICK LANGSTON More from Patrick Langston Published on: March 20, 2016 | Last Updated: March 20, 2016 4:51 PM EDT Naomi Campbell makes her way through the VIP reception at…
“Tribute to reggae legends” jam wows Ottawa fans
by Sarah Onyango On a very chilly February 13, 2016, reggae fans crowded into the Ritual Night Club to reminisce and dance the night away at the TD-sponsored concert “Tribute…
“Black Words Matter” celebrates Black literary achievement
by Sarah Onyango On February 23, 2016, The National Reading Campaign in partnership with TD Bank presented an event entitled “Black Words Matter: Celebrating Black Literary Achievement”, at the National…