By Neil Armstrong The children of schoolteacher Estella Albertha Wheeler wants everyone to know that their mother was “a woman of strong faith” who instilled in them “the importance of family, education, hard work and doing what is right.” They described her as a “true role model who we will always look up to.” She […]
By Neil Armstrong The Toronto dance company, KasheDance, is promising audiences a celebration of dances of the Caribbean and African Diaspora and to take them on a journey of choreographies rich in rhythmic traditions, culture, social and human rights activism. Their 15th anniversary celebration, “Retrospek,” examines the past, celebrates the present, and signals the creative […]
By Lincoln DePradine In 2018, a group of Canadian health professionals visited the Caribbean to provide free dental care. Their services were for nationals of Grenada, which includes the Grenadine islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. By the third trip in 2023, the group – called Smiles Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique (GCP) – discovered […]
In January, Milka Menjo, a mother from Nandi, Kenya, made headlines across the nation when she participated in a 12-kilometer marathon wearing a skirt and bra because she could not afford conventional athletic gear. The event took place during a race held at Barng’etuny Mountain, where Menjo stood out among a group of dedicated athletes. […]
By Jahmela Joseph-Thomas During a recent visit to St. Lucia, a Caribbean gem known for its lush landscapes and warm hospitality, I discovered a unique and delightful pastime—”fruit picking”. This activity, nestled amidst the vibrant allure of the island’s natural beauty, transcends age barriers and immerses you in a visual feast of nature’s bounty. With […]
Lynn Jones, a dedicated advocate for labour and human rights in Truro, Nova Scotia, sought to preserve the essence of “The Marsh,” a once-vibrant Black community that had gradually dispersed over the years. With her family’s small plots of land in The Marsh, Jones began acquiring land from relatives as they moved away. However, she […]
Los Angeles, California, Kruse GWS Auctions, renowned for its record-breaking auctions of entertainment memorabilia, fine jewelry, and royal artifacts, has announced the “Artifacts of Hollywood & Music” auction. Scheduled for March 30, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. PST, the event promises an extraordinary collection of memorabilia from music legends like Elvis Presley, Prince, and Taylor Swift, […]
Emera, the parent company of Nova Scotia Power, is amplifying its commitment to Tribe Network, a community organization dedicated to empowering Black and Indigenous entrepreneurship. Over the next three years, Emera will contribute $500,000, bringing their total support to Tribe Network to $800,000 since 2021. Tribe Network, headquartered in downtown Halifax, specializes in providing mentorship […]
A collaborative investigation conducted by Bellingcat and the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian has pinpointed the responsible entities behind a significant oil spill in the Caribbean. Melaj Offshore, a Panama-registered company, has been implicated in the incident, which is considered one of the worst oil spills in recent Caribbean history. According to findings from Bellingcat, an […]
By Lincoln DePradine Veteran trade unionist Andria Babbington is encouraging Canadian women to “speak out’’ and show solidarity with women in other countries. “Do not stay silent,’’ Babbington urged, while speaking at an International Women’s Day (IWD) event last Sunday in Toronto. She told participants at the IWD “Solidarity & The Movement for Peace’’ gathering […]