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Main, Politics October 3, 2023

Greg Fergus: A Historic Journey to Becoming Canada’s First Black Speaker

In a groundbreaking moment in Canadian political history, Greg Fergus made history as the first Black Canadian to hold the prestigious role of Speaker of the House of Commons. Replacing Anthony Rota, Fergus, a Liberal…

Black Owned Business, Main October 1, 2023

RealOnes: Navigating a World of Black-Owned Businesses and Allies

In the vast landscape of business and commerce, finding your place can be a daunting task, especially if you are a Black Canadian seeking to support businesses that resonate with your roots and values. It’s…

Health, Main September 19, 2023

Bridging Healthcare Gaps: The Black Health Professionals Network’s Quest for Equitable Access

Access to healthcare is a fundamental right that should be provided to all people, regardless of race or ethnicity. However, reality frequently falls short of this ideal. Accessing culturally responsive healthcare for Black Canadians can…

Events July 23, 2023

Free Emancipation Day event at Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History

DRESDEN, ON, July 17, 2023 /CNW/ – The Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History is celebrating Emancipation Day with free admission. Join in the celebration at the museum on Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for educational and family-fun…

Health July 15, 2023

Plans for a new nursing home geared towards Black Seniors

Health-care providers advocate for diverse and local staff at the facility Nova Scotia health-care providers are anticipating a huge breakthrough in the form of a new nursing home created particularly for Black seniors. This promising…

Main, Sports July 5, 2023

Olivier-Maxence Prosper: A Canadian Basketball Phenom Takes the NBA by Storm

In a narrative that exemplifies the power of perseverance and hard effort, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, a Montreal local, accomplished a lifetime dream when he was taken 24th overall in the NBA draft by the Sacramento Kings,…

Education June 28, 2023

Meet Canada’s Youngest University Graduate: Anthaea-Grace Patricia Dennis

Anthaea-Grace Patricia Dennis, a 12-year-old student from Ottawa, Canada, has become the youngest person in Canadian history to graduate from college. She happily received her Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree from the University of Ottawa…

Uncategorized September 14, 2022

Oscar Peterson first Black Canadian on commemorative circulation coin

https://youtu.be/YqLD6MmalNk Oscar Peterson, a late jazz pianist, is the first Black Canadian and the first musician to be recognised on a coin used in circulation in the nation. On August 11, in Toronto’s Roy Thompson…

Entertainment June 12, 2022

Maryanne Oketch First Black Canadian to win ‘Survivor’

https://youtu.be/Au0_EMlXXuo The winner of the reality competition series “Survivor 42” is a Canadian for the second year in a row. Maryanne Oketch, a 24-year-old seminary student from Ajax, Ont., was the last one standing in…

Racial Issues June 6, 2022

Students create online space to expose, address injustices in Canada

Nancy Tangon and Priscilla Ojomu, both psychology students, founded Canada Confesses, an anonymous online platform where people can safely share their experiences of racial and social injustice. The platform, which officially launched in February 2021,…

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