In its celebration of Black History Month, the Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA) chose the theme ‘Black Resistance’ and lauded three individuals who, it said, exemplified such through their work, advocacy and commitment to equity. Dr Andrew B..
“The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) celebrates the contributions of Black Canadians in all facets of Canadian society, today and in the past, including to the union movement in our country."
TORONTO: A group that represents international students from Jamaica and the Caribbean says Canada’s plan to cap the number of international student permits over the next two years, is no surprise given the current situation for most.
"Discover how the Walnut Foundation, in collaboration with Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and various service organizations, is tackling prostate cancer in Black men of African descent in Canada. Learn about their free mobile health clinic and the importance of early detection and PSA testing in saving lives. Join the initiative to reduce prostate cancer incidence in the Black community."
TORONTO: A Jamaican-Canadian centenarian has been named among the 78 new appointments to the Order of Canada – one of the country’s highest honours – “for her long-time dedication to improving public health within the black community, notably.