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A Different Hurricane – Exploring love, identity, and the cost of secrecy

A Different Hurricane – Exploring love, identity, and the cost of secrecy

In A Different Hurricane, H. Nigel Thomas weaves a story where the storm is both a literal force—it’s set during the week that Hurricane Irma hits the Caribbean—and a its also a...

Trinidad carnival heats up

Trinidad carnival heats up

As Montreal breaks historical snowfall record with back to back snowstorm, Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is heating up. This year seems to be the most competitive carnival in a while as...

the latest for T&T carnival 2025

the latest for T&T carnival 2025

Island Scoop is your one-stop article for Soca news during the 2025 Trinidad & Tobago Carnival season which will take place from 3rd to 4th March. So what has been going...

Montrealers in the soca scene  for T&T Carnival 2025

Montrealers in the soca scene for T&T Carnival 2025

First and foremost, I would like to wish all the Montreal Community Contact readers a Happy and prosperous New year. Trinidad & Tobago Carnival season is in full bloom and Island...

Enjoy island Riddims with a glass of Sorrel

Enjoy island Riddims with a glass of Sorrel

As we are in the heart of the Christmas season. Here’s some reasons why Christmas is my favourite season. There’re parties aplenty. I can finally rock my ugly Christmas sweater. I...

Marie-Danielle Duval: Turning fiction into art

Marie-Danielle Duval: Turning fiction into art

Desirée Zagbai – Local Journalism Initiative   Marie-Danielle Duval draws inspiration from novels such as Sula by Toni Morrison and All About Love by Bell Hooks. She creates paintings and sculptures...

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A Different Hurricane – Exploring love, identity, and the cost of secrecy
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A Different Hurricane – Exploring love, identity, and the cost of secrecy

In A Different Hurricane, H. Nigel Thomas weaves a story where the storm is both a literal force—it’s set during the week that Hurricane Irma hits the Caribbean—and a its also a...

Gloria Blizzard Brings “Black Cake, Turtle Soup” to Montreal
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Gloria Blizzard Brings “Black Cake, Turtle Soup” to Montreal

Gloria Blizzard invites Montrealers to a deeply personal journey through entries detailing her travels in her award-winning essay collection, ‘Black Cake, Turtle Soup, and Other Dilemmas. There will be a live...

Red Coalition sees an increase in racial profiling complaints
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Red Coalition sees an increase in racial profiling complaints

Montreal’s Red Coalition Inc., a lobbying firm that fights against racial profiling and systemic racism, is facing a surge in discriminatory complaints. Founder Joel DeBellefeuille reports a disturbing rise in cases...

Kym Flo: Montreal’s Matchmaker
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Kym Flo: Montreal’s Matchmaker

Kimberly Nérée, known as Kym Flo, began hosting speed-dating events on Feb. 11, 2023. She wanted to create a fun and structured environment where singles could meet organically. Over time, she...

Cadence Learns Self-Love” Teaches  Children to Embrace Their Uniqueness
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Cadence Learns Self-Love” Teaches Children to Embrace Their Uniqueness

Latoya Belfon’s latest children’s book, “Cadence Learns Self-Love,” is making waves, propelled by its chart-topping soundtrack, “Chippy Chocolatey,” sung by her 7-year-old niece, Zichaela Tomlinson. Belfon, an award-winning author of over...

Honoring Our Women of Merit: A Celebration of Excellence and Culture
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Honoring Our Women of Merit: A Celebration of Excellence and Culture

Playmas Montreal Cultural Association proudly presents the 15th Annual A Taste of Tea – Mardi Gras Edition, a vibrant celebration of excellence, culture, and community. On March 9, 2025, we invite...

Christcella Nicholas: Passionate About Amplifying Black Voices
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Christcella Nicholas: Passionate About Amplifying Black Voices

Christcella Nicholas, the creative entrepreneur behind the digital news outlet 514onlinemix, is set to receive the prestigious Egbert Gaye Award at this year’s Monnaie Money Talent Show. This recognition honours her...

Celebrates 25 Years of Cultural Excellence
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Celebrates 25 Years of Cultural Excellence

As Playmas Montreal Cultural Association marks its 25th anniversary this year, the organization invites the community to join in a year of celebration, reflection, and cultural enrichment. Known for its vibrant...

Trinidad carnival heats up
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Trinidad carnival heats up

As Montreal breaks historical snowfall record with back to back snowstorm, Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is heating up. This year seems to be the most competitive carnival in a while as...

Are You Focused?
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Are You Focused?

When I think of the word FOCUS, I think of driving a car. When driving, I look straight ahead and know my desired destination. I move forward steadily, knowing there may...

Beyond February: Love, Black History, and a Legacy of TRUTH That Endures
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Beyond February: Love, Black History, and a Legacy of TRUTH That Endures

As February draws to a close, many have spent the past few weeks reflecting on love because of Valentine’s Day, with its grand gestures and commercialized romance, reminding many of us...

Sundown Towns in Canada— The Hidden dimension of Canada’s Racism
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Sundown Towns in Canada— The Hidden dimension of Canada’s Racism

“Today teaches tomorrow a lesson” – African Proverb Canada has always been touted as a forward thinking land of freedom; a multicultural society where all citizens are free from racial discrimination....

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FRANK BAYLIS IS READY TO LEAD THE LIBERALS

FRANK BAYLIS IS READY TO LEAD THE LIBERALS

With the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau heating up, former MP, Frank Baylis is positioning himself as the pragmatic outsider who can fix a system, he says is failing...

The sky is only the beginning for those who dream

The sky is only the beginning for those who dream

Nompumelelo Moyo (LJI) On February 15, there will be a special Valentine’s Edition featuring numerous emerging artists from Montreal, some of the city’s favorite DJ’s as well as talented coming in...

“All That We Carry!” 34th Edition of Black History Month Launched

“All That We Carry!” 34th Edition of Black History Month Launched

The 34th edition of Black History Month in Quebec officially launched on January 25th at City Hall. Organized by the Round Table on Black History Month, this year’s theme, “All That...

The String Up: Celebrating reggae and sound-system culture

The String Up: Celebrating reggae and sound-system culture

Reggae history and Montreal’s vibrant sound system culture will be the main focus at The String Up, a new exhibition by the Afrosonic Innovation Lab launching on Feb. 7, 2025 at...

Frank Baylis needs our help

Frank Baylis needs our help

Dear friends, colleagues, and family,   Thank you for the kind words of support as I run to be the leader of the Liberal Party and the next Prime Minister of...

IN HONOUR OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH THE OCM PRESENTS  DISTANT ECHOES OF AFRICA

IN HONOUR OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH THE OCM PRESENTS DISTANT ECHOES OF AFRICA

Monday, January 6, 2025 – In honour of Black History Month, the Orchestre Classique de Montréal (OCM) will shine the spotlight on three artists of African descent: Cameroonian-Canadian soprano Suzanne Taffot, Haitian-Canadian composer...