Saint Lucian’s Prime Minister will be in Toronto to attend 45th Independence Gala

Saint Lucian’s Prime Minister will be in Toronto to attend 45th Independence Gala

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is set to join the Saint Lucian community in Toronto for a grand celebration of the 45th Anniversary of Independence on March 9th. The Saint Lucia Toronto Association (SLTA), under the auspices of The Consulate General of Saint Lucia, is hosting a Gala to mark this momentous occasion. The 45th […]

Rihanna’s $8 million performance for Indian billionaire gets mixed reception

Rihanna’s $8 million performance for Indian billionaire gets mixed reception

Rihanna’s long-awaited comeback on stage at Anant Ambani’s pre-wedding celebration in India triggered diverse reactions. Ending an eight-year hiatus from live performances, the Barbadian star presented a 19-song setlist to a crowd of over 20,000 at Jamnagar, India. However, opinions on her performance varied, with some critics labeling her a “lazy performer” due to perceived […]

Caribbean leaders urged to shun endorsement of criminal lifestyles in music

Caribbean leaders urged to shun endorsement of criminal lifestyles in music

Music that endorses violence and criminal lifestyles must not be endorsed as a facet of Caribbean culture. During the 46th Regular Meeting of the Conference of the Heads of Government of CARICOM, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali of Guyana urged leaders to prevent the proliferation of violent music in their respective nations. “We do not […]

Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan of Morgan Heritage passes away at age 46

Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan of Morgan Heritage passes away at age 46

Grammy Award Winning Reggae group Morgan Heritage last Sunday announced Sunday the death of their brother and lead singer Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan via a social media post. Known for speaking on the injustice of the voiceless, with a catalogue of Reggae hits, the multi-Grammy award-winning singer is the voice of many of beloved songs, and […]

Kamloops Black Film Festival a great platform for Black stories

Kamloops Black Film Festival a great platform for Black stories

The Kamloops Black Film Festival, which ran from February 15 to 17, marked a significant milestone for the Kamloops community, offering a platform to showcase Black storytelling and culture. Organized by the Kamloops Film Society in collaboration with the Kamloops Caribbean Cultural Society and Valid Dreams Foundation, the festival featured a diverse selection of six […]

Two black film festivals showcased ‘the vibrancy and richness of Black culture’

Two black film festivals showcased ‘the vibrancy and richness of Black culture’

By Stephen Weir As Black History Month drew to a close, Toronto witnessed two significant Black film events, showcasing the vibrancy and richness of Black culture in the film industry. The Toronto Black Film Festival honoured actress Pam Grier, while the new Directors Black Actors and Film Guild of Canada celebrated their inaugural awards ceremony, […]

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter introduces Cécred, a new haircare line

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter introduces Cécred, a new haircare line

LOS ANGELES – Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has unveiled Cécred, a groundbreaking haircare line that merges global traditions with cutting-edge science. The brand’s Foundation Collection features innovative keratin recovery technology designed to visibly strengthen and revive hair health. Inspired by diverse hair rituals worldwide, Cécred’s products are enriched with a blend of natural ingredients such as butters, […]

Canada Black Music Archives Celebrates Black History Month with Special Event

Canada Black Music Archives Celebrates Black History Month with Special Event

The Canada Black Music Archive (CBMA) is thrilled to announce a special event in honor of Black History Month, scheduled for February 23rd at the City of Toronto Archives. This musical celebration will feature live performances, an exhibition, a special audio-visual presentation, and distinguished guests. Several artists will take the stage, presenting melodies that resonate […]