The Unfinished Struggle: Human Rights, Memory, and Accountability” On 25 March 2025, within the chambers of the United Nations, the global community marked a defining moment in confronting one of the gravest crimes in human history: the Transatlantic slave trade. For more than four centuries, this barbaric system forcibly displaced millions of African men, women, [...]
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Toronto Becomes the Global Capital of the Future of Work at the World Employment Conference 2026
on May 24th, 2026
For two unforgettable days, the vibrant city of Toronto became the meeting point of global ideas, innovation, and human potential as the ACSESS / World Employment Conference 2026 brought together the world’s leading voices in employment, workforce development, and economic transformation. Hosted at the prestigious Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, the conference welcomed delegations from more than [...]
A Giant Branch of the Ebony Tree Has Fallen
on September 18th, 2025
Honourable Senator Oliver: I became a senator in 1990, and since that time, there have been enormous changes in our Canadian society and Canadians have been forced to recognize the fact that White people don’t own and run a country of 33 million people anymore.
In Remembrance and Loving Memory of Nalda Callender
on February 11th, 2025
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 [...]
Natures Wisdom Meets Indulgence For A Happy Healthier You
on January 25th, 2025
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 [...]
Even with Minimum Wage Hikes, Workers are Falling Behind
on October 21st, 2024
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 [...]
Must See African Interest Films at VIFF
on September 11th, 2024
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 [...]
Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program Signal a Long Overdue Course Correction
on September 2nd, 2024
Trudeau tightens the TFWP in response to immigration challenges and high youth unemployment In response to growing immigration challenges and high youth unemployment rates, the Trudeau government is finally tightening its Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Beginning September 26, the government will halt the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments for the Low-Wage stream of [...]
Can Consumer-Based Altruism Succeed at Grocery Stores?
on August 26th, 2024
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 [...]
Racism Has No Place in Public Office
There are moments when the words of public officials rise above politics. There are also moments when they fall beneath the standards of basic human decency. The recent comments by Senator Celeste Josefina Amarilla Goitia belong to the latter. Public office is not merely a position of authority; it is a position of trust. Every statement made [...]