After a 2-year hiatus due to the pandemic, North America's largest Caribbean Carnival is back! Formally known as Caribana, the Toronto Caribbean Carnival has many festivities from mid-July culminating in a 4-day of celebration from July 28-31. If you are as much of an enthusiast as I am, you probably... Continue reading

Many people may be familiar with or at least have heard of Juneteenth, but how many Canadians know about Emancipation Day in Canada? On March 24, 2021, Canada's House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1, Emancipation Day, the anniversary of when Britain's Parliament abolished slavery in the... Continue reading

April is Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation, and Prevention Month in Canada. It seems like now, more than ever, we need to take the time to recognize the pain and suffering caused by genocide. We must look at the root of such hate and seek to prevent these atrocities from ever happening... Continue reading

Juneteenth 2021 is almost here. But what is it, and what does it all mean? Even though it is not a Canadian national holiday, Juneteenth holds great significance for Black people in North America. In 1834, the enslavement of Black people was abolished throughout the British colonies, including the land... Continue reading

Every February, Canadians are invited to participate in Black History Month events and celebrate Black culture, heritage and achievement in Canada. The theme this year, "Canadians of African Descent: Going forward, guided by the past," was inspired by the United Nations’ International Decade for People of African Descent (2015-2024). Government... Continue reading

In 1965, UNESCO declared September 8 to be International Literacy Day. During this time people and organizations world wide highlight and celebrate the importance of literacy. While literacy rates have been improving, there is still much work to be done globally. Image from Kwame Manu. Used with permission. This year's... Continue reading

If you are new to Canada, you may be wondering...what is Black History Month all about? Well, here is some history for you! Black History Month actually began as Black History Week back in 1926 when an American historian, Carter G. Woodson, and the Association for the Study of Negro... Continue reading

Fifty-one years ago, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) officially declared September 8 to be International Literacy Day. On this day, all around the world, many organizations actively promote literacy for everyone. The theme this year is Literacy and Skills Development. These are the skills that you... Continue reading