The West Island Black Community Association (WIBCA) held its annual “Tropical Nights” gala on September 21st in Dollard-des-Ormeaux. The event celebrated the community’s achievements and raised funds for future...

Production Lareault, Canada’s largest producer of strawberry plants and other seasonal crops marked its 70th year of operation in September, with a special celebration—Jamaican Appreciation Day. The new owners,...

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....

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...

Franklyn Atkins       We are sad to announce the passing of Franklyn Atkins, who passed away on August 22, 2024. A memorial and funeral service will be held at...

The Paris 2024 Olympics has seen standout performances from several nations including the Caribbean. Most notable was in track and field. Dominica and St. Lucia each claimed their first-ever...

New docu series tells the stories of legendary reggae artists and their journey to success in Canada. In the late 1950’s the West Indian Domestic Scheme allowed for women...

Chicago Blackhawks’ recent draft pick, defenceman Ty Henry, didn’t come to success through mere chance, but through faith in God, hard work and through the encouragement of those that...

Montreal West Church of God of Prophecy held a heartfelt farewell supper on Sunday, July 14th, 2024, at Sophia Reception Hall in LaSalle, to honor Pastor Joel Anderson and...

Now that Montreal’s 2024 Carimas is over, on to the next one! See you on the weekend of July 19th at Ottawa’s Carivibe. Before that, a quick review of...