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Lydie Dubuisson’s directorial debut at Black Theatre Workshop

Lydie Dubuisson’s directorial debut at Black Theatre Workshop

By Desirée Zagbai Lydie Dubuisson lived next to Black Theatre Workshop (BTW) for three years without knowing it existed. After meeting an artist from BTW she worked her way into success...

SUMMER RECAP

SUMMER RECAP

Unfortunately summer is over, but here’s a recap of recent summer events. Vybz Kartel is finally free and planning a concert, Skinny Fabulous wins 4 Caribbean Music Awards and Montreal artist...

Lei, Queens Of Rock ‘n’ Roll & Sprirituality”

Lei, Queens Of Rock ‘n’ Roll & Sprirituality”

“Black women invented rock and roll!” – Those were the words of the gorgeous singer with the soulful eyes, born not too long ago in San Fernando, Trinidad. “Sister Rosetta Tharpe,...

Using Humour to Bring Healing:

Using Humour to Bring Healing:

Podcasts and the pandemic have become almost synonymous with many people feeling the need to share all their thoughts and experiences while in confinement.  But for Montrealer Lorraine Elizabeth Campbell, starting...

 Action and Pure vibes in Toronto

 Action and Pure vibes in Toronto

The 57th annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival, formerly known as Caribana is a celebration of all things Caribbean. It was full of music, cuisine, events and revelry that brings the city to...

“Rock ‘N Roll Revival”

“Rock ‘N Roll Revival”

In his 1989 autobiography, Chuck Berry talks about an incident at The Montreal Forum that was a part of rock ‘n’ roll history. He talks about a conversation he had a...

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Lydie Dubuisson’s directorial debut at Black Theatre Workshop
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Lydie Dubuisson’s directorial debut at Black Theatre Workshop

By Desirée Zagbai Lydie Dubuisson lived next to Black Theatre Workshop (BTW) for three years without knowing it existed. After meeting an artist from BTW she worked her way into success...

Unpacking Eating Disorders among Montreal’s Black Community
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Unpacking Eating Disorders among Montreal’s Black Community

By Desirée Zagbai Eating disorders within the Black community in Canada have been bubbling under for decades. Spoken about in hushed tones, it has been found that factors such as trauma,...

Atora Romain: Transforming a basement into a successful hair salon
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Atora Romain: Transforming a basement into a successful hair salon

By Desirée Zagbai Atora Romain, owner of the hair salon Hairstyles Unrivaled, started her career as a hairstylist at eight years old. As a 14-year-old, she began braiding with a pen...

Saint Pierre’s First Caribbean Carnival Brings Community Together
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Saint Pierre’s First Caribbean Carnival Brings Community Together

Rosie Awori The streets of Lachine and Ville St Pierre came alive this past weekend for a colourful last hurrah before the cold sets in. With an array of creative costumes...

Labour Day: What it means for Black Canadians
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Labour Day: What it means for Black Canadians

Desirée Zagbai Black Canadians have significantly impacted the labour force in Canada. However, the increased Black unemployment rate limits their opportunities. Layla Michel, 20, a computer science student at Concordia University,...

Remembering Dr. Clarence S. Bayne
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Remembering Dr. Clarence S. Bayne

I first knew Clarence Bayne (CB) only by sight, seeing him on the 102 or 105 bus just over 40 years ago. To me, he was Judy and Patrice’s father, the...

STEM WITH MISS SABI – EMPOWERING  THE NEXT GENERATION OF SCIENTISTS
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STEM WITH MISS SABI – EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SCIENTISTS

Montrealer, Sabi Hinkson has dedicated her life to pedagogy as a full-time public-school teacher and a PhD candidate she’s now keen to see more young people, especially minorities, in Science Technology,...

Veteran City Councillor Laura Palestini Eyes Parliament  Seat in Upcoming By-Election
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Veteran City Councillor Laura Palestini Eyes Parliament Seat in Upcoming By-Election

Two months ago, the Liberal Party nominated city councillor Laura Palestini as their candidate for the by-election in the Montreal riding of LaSalle–Émard–Verdun. The seat has been vacant since the resignation...

West-Can Heritage Voyage 2024
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West-Can Heritage Voyage 2024

West-Can Folk Performing Company is excited to announce our participation as invited international guests in the annual Cultural Explosion event hosted by Belmont Freetown Cultural Arts & Folk Performing Company in...

Resto Melodie Quebec Canada: Serving up Faith and Food
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Resto Melodie Quebec Canada: Serving up Faith and Food

A heart for meaningful community impact is the driving force behind Allison Grier Hull’s feeding initiative at her restaurant. Sister Allis as she is fondly referred to doesn’t see her restaurant...

MTL Yardie Offering Authentically  Jamaican Dishes in Côte-Saint-Luc
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MTL Yardie Offering Authentically Jamaican Dishes in Côte-Saint-Luc

Desirée Zagbai (Local Journalism Initiative) Glen Spence, owner of the Jamaican restaurant MTL Yardie in Côte-Saint-Luc, is finishing an order for a customer as I walk into the eatery. The customer...

SUMMER RECAP
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SUMMER RECAP

Unfortunately summer is over, but here’s a recap of recent summer events. Vybz Kartel is finally free and planning a concert, Skinny Fabulous wins 4 Caribbean Music Awards and Montreal artist...

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