St. Vincent & Grenadines Association celebrates 46th Independence with gala
Saturday 1 November 2025 The St. Vincent & Grenadines Association of Ottawa marked its country’s 46th independence anniversary with a gala at the Sala San Marco on Preston Street on…
Celebrating the life of Ernest Akyeampong
Date of publication: Saturday 1 November 2025 In Loving MemoryIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernest Akyeampong at the age of 86. He transitioned peacefully…
Letter from the Editor 1 October 2025
Good morning folks Today 1 October 2025, is National Seniors’ Day. In celebration of this unique event, Black Ottawa Scene is publishing a number of articles focused on older adults….
Lukasa Library on Black history launched in Ottawa
Association of Black Entrepreneurs & Professionals of Ottawa-Gatineau launches Black History library Thursday 7 August 2025 by Sarah Onyango Oh my word!!!! Tonight’s launch of the Lukasa Library in Vanier…
Liberian Association hosts Independence Day celebration
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 Saturday 2 August 2025 The Ukrainian Banquet and Convention Hall on Byron Avenue was abuzz with activity as the Liberian Association of Ottawa…
Black Canadian Scholarship Fund announces 2025 award winners
Date of publication: Monday 1 September 2025 Friday 1 August 2025 Black Canadian Scholarship Fund announces 2025 award winners by Sarah Onyango I concluded my 2025 Emancipation Day shenanigans by…
Ottawans ride “Underground Freedom Train” to mark Emancipation Day
Ottawans ride the Underground Freedom Train to mark Emancipation Day by Jean-Marie Guerrier, Vice President, Black History Ottawa Ottawa, August 1, 2025 — On the night of July 31, more…
Hezron Live in Ottawa: Soul, Storytelling & Sweet Reggae Vibes
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 Hezron Live in Ottawa: Soul, Storytelling & Sweet Reggae Vibes by Suzette Small-WeekesMonday 30 June 2025 | Rainbow Bistro, Ottawa Soulful. Charismatic. Unforgettable….
Rwandan community celebrates Liberation Day
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 Rwandans commemorate end of 1994 genocide and civil war by Sarah Onyango Friday 12 July 2025. Started off my cultural adventures in the…
Jaku Konbit celebrates 25th anniversary
Date of publication: Friday 1 August 2025 Sarah Onyango’s post There was love, laughter and pride in the room as many of us gathered on Parliament Hill to celebrate Jaku…
