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In Remembrance and Loving Memory of Nalda Callender 

on February 11th, 2025 by Helena Kaufman
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As we reflect on the history and achievements of our community, we pay tribute to one of its most pioneering and influential figures, Nalda Callender. Her legacy continues to shape and inspire many, and as we remember her, The Afro News extends our heartfelt prayers and condolences to her family and the wider community during

Filed under: Canadian News, Events, Familly Matters, Local News, News, The Bridge Tagged as: Black community, Community Contribution, First Memorial Funeral Services, Loving Memory of Nalda Callender, Nalda Callender

Natures Wisdom Meets Indulgence For A Happy Healthier You

on January 25th, 2025 by The Afro News
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Wisely Wellness is launching a luxury wellness chocolate bar that will tantalize your senses and remedy your daily performance quotient. In a TAN Media interview with the Mastermind Creators of this wellness chocolate bar they had this to say about their Wisely Chocolate product line: 1- What is the inspiration and motivation behind the wisely wellness brand?  The inspiration behind

Filed under: Business, Canadian News, Health & Home, Health and Fitness, Local News, News, The Bridge Tagged as: chocolate, chocolate as a luxury treat, eating chocolate, luxury treat, luxury wellness chocolate bar, Wisely Wellness

Holiday Message From The Editor  

on December 22nd, 2024 by Honore K. Gbedze
Season's Greatings

Dear Community Family,  At this time of year, during the holiday season, it is common to reflect on our lives and engage in deep conversations with ourselves, pondering the “what,” “why,” and “when.” We often view life through different perspectives, and this reflection brings a sense of realization that we should be grateful, for it

Filed under: Business, Canadian News, Editor’s Note, Familly Matters, Local News, Opinion/Comment, Point of View, The Bridge Tagged as: Bonne Année 2025!, fairly, Holiday Message, honestly, Joyeux Noel

Pleasures of Life at Your Table Brought by Annual Tasting of Wines from Italy 

on November 12th, 2024 by Helena Kaufman
Annual Tasting of Wines from Italy

Savouring the season pairs well with the pleasures of life as Vancouver’s wine enthusiasts come into the holidays ahead after their cherished annual tradition: A Tasting of Wines from Italy. The 29th edition of the wine roadshow launched at Vancouver’s elegant Terminal City Club on October 28, 2024. The Italian Trade Commission hosts the Canadian

Filed under: Business, Canadian News, International News, Local News, Opinion/Comment, Point of View, The Bridge Tagged as: Annual Tasting, Italian winemaking, Taste the Passion, Vancouver’s wine, winemaking heritage, Wines from Italy

Even with Minimum Wage Hikes, Workers are Falling Behind

on October 21st, 2024 by The Afro News

The minimum wage increase in Canada is being outpaced by rising rental costs  On Oct. 1, the minimum wage increased in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island. All other provinces except Alberta brought in increases earlier this year. That means most minimum-wage workers are doing better, right?  Right?   Not necessarily.   Minimum-wage workers

Filed under: Business, Canadian News, Familly Matters, Local News, News, Opinion/Comment, Point of View, The Bridge Tagged as: Canada, minimum wage, minimum wage increased, rising rental costs

Peace and Goodness Thanksgiving  

on October 12th, 2024 by Honore K. Gbedze

We live in the moment of much frustration, injustice, political polarization anger, confusion, and ongoing grave trouble with the church, a global epidemic crisis over a decade now that took many innocent lives everyday. There are those that suffer with other sicknesses in their family, loneliness, hopelessness, Job uncertainty, unemployment, financial difficulty; for many citizens

Filed under: Canadian News, Editor’s Note, Events, Faith, Familly Matters, Local News, Point of View, The Bridge Tagged as: Be hopeful and give thanks!, grateful, hopeful, Thanksgiving, With open eyes and warm hearts filled with Thanksgiving

Must See African Interest Films at VIFF 

on September 11th, 2024 by The Afro News

Full swing for the 2024 Vancouver International Film Festival, taking place from September 26 – October 6 Must See African Interest Films. Media Partner ,The Afro News Is proud to Sponsor. Black Tea   Director: Abderrahmane Sissako  After saying no on her wedding day, Aya leaves the Ivory Coast for a new life in the buzzing “Chocolate

Filed under: Art & Music, Canadian News, Entertainment, Entertainment News, Events, International News, Local News, News, World Tagged as: 40 Acres, African Films, Black Tea, Film Festival, VIFF

Can Consumer-Based Altruism Succeed at Grocery Stores?  

on August 26th, 2024 by The Afro News

Montreal’s 3 Paniers grocery store tests a new approach to pricing and social equity  Experimenting with consumer-based philanthropy at the grocery store level is an idea that fascinates both economists and social entrepreneurs. The idea of relying on consumers’ generosity and altruistic nature to help those in need while keeping a grocery store afloat raises

Filed under: Business, Canadian News, Local News, News, Opinion/Comment, Point of View, The Bridge Tagged as: 3 Paniers grocery store, grocery store, Philanthropy, social equity

Cleaning Out Your Closet To Help Students In The DRC

on July 18th, 2024 by The Afro News

Coquitlam, B.C. -based Shiloh Place Orphanage Society (www.shilohplace.ca ) is holding a used clothing and household goods collecting drive in South Coquitlam, until Saturday July 27th , in support of their small, low-barrier elementary school in Lubumbashi, DRC. 120 girls and boys attend classes there. Some are orphans living with extended family. Others are from

Filed under: Around the Town, Canadian News, Education, Events, Local News Tagged as: low-income families, Shiloh Place School

In Memory of Captain Millard Jason Goldsmith

on July 16th, 2024 by The Afro News

Kent County was well represented at the 2024 Emera Blue Nose Marathon spanning Halifax-Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.  Bluenosers walk, run, wheel and participate virtually to fundraise for healthy living and healthy lifestyles.  To honour Captain Millard Goldsmith, a commemorative metal was accepted by his much-younger sister, Dawn Upshaw, as acknowledgement of the community contributions made by Millard. Originally of

Filed under: Canadian News, Familly Matters, Local News Tagged as: 2024 Emera Blue Nose Marathon, healthy lifestyles., healthy living, In Memory, Millard Jason Goldsmith
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