Systemic racism: Living happily in denial
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Systemic racism: Living happily in denial

Whenever the issue of racism raises its head in this province, see how they run. That’s when Quebec Premier Francois Legault and his cohort of provincial politicians scamper to...

Canada government targets systemic racism with new Justice bill
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Canada government targets systemic racism with new Justice bill

The Liberal Party of Canada has introduced a bill it believes will help address systemic racism in the criminal justice system. If passed, Bill C-22 would amend the Criminal...

“A TASTE OF TEA” 2021 CELEBRATES “BLACK EXCELLENCE” VIRTUALLY Community News

“A TASTE OF TEA” 2021 CELEBRATES “BLACK EXCELLENCE” VIRTUALLY

By: Gemma Raeburn-Baynes Playmas Montreal Cultural Association will bring together tea enthusiasts and professionals for “A Taste of Tea”, the Caribbean Tea Party honoring five young Black women with...

Farmer Nappy’s Backyard Jam dominated  T&T’s  Virtual Carnival 2021
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Farmer Nappy’s Backyard Jam dominated T&T’s Virtual Carnival 2021

In keeping with my theme of 2021 being the year of “Gratitude & Appreciation” the pandemic forced live events and entertainment to go virtual, which may have change access...

Miracle Food Drive on Saturday, March 13 Church & Gospel

Miracle Food Drive on Saturday, March 13

Rosie Awori (LJI) Before the coronavirus pandemic, reports showed that at least 11% of Montreal households were experiencing food insecurity. With many out of work and others sick in...

God is still speaking …Are we listening?
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God is still speaking …Are we listening?

It’s time to listen for the still small voice of God. So much is being said these days; by politicians, governments, news networks and on social media. It seems...

Quarantine Time
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Quarantine Time

Are you aware of how precious the gift of time is in your life? “Time is free, but it’s priceless. You can’t own it, but you can use it....

February Steeped in Back History, Love and Psychology
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February Steeped in Back History, Love and Psychology

February is a short month bursting with activities to mark three key celebrations each year. The month is launched with homage to Black History and the stories of historical...

CLASSROOM INJUSTICE:FAILING TO TEACH ABOUT RACISM AND THE POLICE
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CLASSROOM INJUSTICE:FAILING TO TEACH ABOUT RACISM AND THE POLICE

Recently protest rallies were held to show solidarity with Black PhD. student Mamadi III Fara Camara, who spent six nights in jail, charged with the attempted murder of a...

Heritage Minute captures the legacy of Oscar Peterson
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Heritage Minute captures the legacy of Oscar Peterson

The legacy of Oscar Peterson lives on in a recently released minute-long video that captures his meteoric rise from the bosom of Little Burgundy to the most celebrated stages...