The Caribbean Camera

Mother Challenges Force Used Against Disabled Son

A mother alleges York Region Transit inspectors used excessive force against her disabled son, prompting concerns about racial profiling and cal…

Bajans Light Up CNE Before 8,000 Fans

Barbados took over the CNE Bandstand as Alison Hinds, Rupee, Edwin Yearwood and more had an estimated 8,000 fans singing and dancing.

Trinidad and Tobago Businesses Build New Canadian Bridges

Trinidad and Tobago businesses pursue new Canadian trade and investment opportunities during a Toronto mission focused on partnerships, exports…

Caribbean Care Workers Say They’re Worth Fighting For

Caribbean and Black developmental services workers join Ontario’s Worth Fighting For strike seeking fair wages safer staffing equity and respect.

BADC challenges Ontario bail measures, welcomes limits on sweeping reforms

BADC warns Ontario’s new financial bail measures could disproportionately affect Black and low-income families and calls for an impact review.

DJ Bad Lad recognized for shaping Toronto Caribbean culture

Toronto DJ Ian “DJ Bad Lad” Gould is honoured for more than 40 years of contributions to Caribbean music, Carnival, Panorama and community cultu…

?Jamaican Mango & Lime’ reinvents edge styling category

North Is Freedom, Yuri Dojc’s photographic exhibition exploring descendants of Underground Railroad freedom-seekers, is on view at Toronto’s Tod…

Bob Marley Film Actor Shot Dead in Jamaica

Actor Brian Todd Anthony Boucher, who portrayed Claudie Massop in Bob Marley: One Love, was fatally shot in Waterford, St Catherine, Jamaica.

Janelle Commissiong's Historic Miss Universe Legacy Endures

As Janelle Commissiong approaches the 50th anniversary of becoming the first Black Miss Universe winner, her groundbreaking victory continues to…

JCA hosts free health and back-to-school expo

Community expo offers health and school support The Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA) is inviting individuals and families from across the Gre…

Caribbean Travel Gets Boost With New Flights

Caribbean travellers can breathe easier as the WestJet strike ends and Caribbean Airlines launches daily non-stop flights between Toronto and Ge…

Victoria Opens First Black Community Centre

Victoria's first Black arts and culture community centre has opened in downtown Victoria, transforming a former convenience store into a vibrant…

JN Bank launches mortgage referral programme to encourage savings

JN Bank has launched a mortgage referral programme that rewards Jamaicans for successful referrals while promoting savings habits and financial…

UNESCO Forum Showcases Digital Cultural Diversity Innovations

UNESCO highlights 40 global initiatives using technology to preserve cultural diversity, promote heritage, and support sustainable development.

Born against the odds. Lived through a century

From childbirth in 1920s British Guiana to Vision 2030, one woman’s 100-year life reflects Guyana’s long journey toward modern, resilient health…

Warren Salmon Celebrated as Community Trailblazer by TMU

Warren G. Salmon, founder of Black Board International and First Fridays, is honoured by TMU for his leadership, innovation, and lifelong commit…

Parang Latin and Soca Fest Ignites Toronto

Toronto hosts its first Parang Latin and Soca Fest on December 6, celebrating traditional and modern Parang with top performers from Trinidad To…

Black students’ suspension, expulsion get a PLUG

By Lincoln DePradine The recently launched community initiative, PLUG Project, has set out to rectify black students’ suspension and expulsion f…