I WONDER, AS I WANDER
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I WONDER, AS I WANDER

On the first day of Black History Month 2026, I had the privilege of addressing the congregation at the Unitarian Church of Montreal—Canada’s first Unitarian community, founded in 1842....

Tabanca: When the Spirit Tells the Body Where It Belongs
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Tabanca: When the Spirit Tells the Body Where It Belongs

Salutations Everyone! I hope you all are excited, because we can see evidence that spring is coming! If you did not read my last article, the long and the...

Discussing mental health matters with Dr L Mabhunu
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Discussing mental health matters with Dr L Mabhunu

By Nompumelelo Moyo Meet Dr Loveness Mabhunu a passionate mental health advocate, author and host of the Mental Health Matters podcast. Recorded at 760 Media Studios in Saint-Laurent, the...

Young, Gifted and Rising in our Community
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Young, Gifted and Rising in our Community

Marissa Ramnanan “Up, you mighty race. Accomplish what you will,”—Marcus Garvey. The WIBCA president Joan Lee opened the event with that gripping quote, inspiring a hush around the room....

Asia Mason’s THE TIES THAT BIND
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Asia Mason’s THE TIES THAT BIND

Marissa Ramnanan     Walking into the exhibition space in Maison de la culture de Côte-des-Neiges feels like a homecoming for anyone with Caribbean roots. Munching on pholourie, with rum...

A well deserved break for Dr. Alwin Spence Community News

A well deserved break for Dr. Alwin Spence

After decades of sharing his thoughts, opinions and lessons learned with the community, Dr. Alwin Spence is taking a break from writing a regular column for the Community Contact....

Take Time for Yourself, Before Your Body Forces You To
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Take Time for Yourself, Before Your Body Forces You To

Salutations Everyone! It’s my turn to say “HAPPY NEW YEAR!” I am so sorry for not writing something in the last edition. The truth is, I was so busy,...

The Sum(mer) of All Fears
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The Sum(mer) of All Fears

The ‘Sum of All Fears’ is a captivating spy thriller that explores the shadowy realm of terrorism and the malevolent motivations behind it. As we reflect on our summer,...

Winterizing the Mind, Body, and Soul
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Winterizing the Mind, Body, and Soul

Salutations Everyone! I hope everyone had a great Fall! Despite being born and raised in Montreal, I feel like winter will NEVER sit right with me. Around this time,...

The Canadian Armed Forces formally apologizes
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The Canadian Armed Forces formally apologizes

Kathy Grant In October 2025, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) formally apologized for its history of systemic racism. This apology marked a major step toward justice and inclusion for...