Sistas Unite: Empowering global voices – African-Caribbean women leading the charge in International Women’s Day Events!
BY SIMONE J. SMITH “Empowering women is not just a moral imperative; it is a strategic necessity for the progress
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Author: Simone Smith
Toronto Transit Commission celebrates Black excellence during Black History Month
BY PAUL JUNOR It was an enchanting and educating sight witnessing Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) subways bedecked with Black symbols
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It’s okay to feel S.A.D., living in Canada makes it absolutely normal
BY SIMONE J. SMITH As the northern hemisphere basks in the increasing warmth of the sun, there is a perceptible
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Promoting economic inclusivity are ways to contribute to positive financial changes in the Caribbean community
BY SIMONE J. SMITH How much of a difference does your upbringing make to your life? It’s a question that’s
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Bill C-63 Re-introduces a speech restriction that censors strong opposition to political authorities
BY SIONE J. SMITH I’ve been thinking a lot about the role of government watchdog organizations lately. What are Watchdog
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Knowledge is a powerful tool for positive transformation; Diversity Talk Presents Illuminate and Celebrate
BY SIMONE J. SMITH Today, we delve into a topic that has been a source of controversy and misconception for
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Empowering the future: Embracing African culture in Canadian education for Black Girls
BY SIMONE J. SMITH “My journey may have started with a dream, but it’s sustained by resilience. I’m not just
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Defending against sentences imposed upon a cardboard cut-out of an “Offender”
BY SIMONE J. SMITH “Sentencing is about judging a fellow human being. The more a sentencing judge truly knows about
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“All of the giants in the Black community are failing our youths!” Well, how do we change that?
BY SIMONE J. SMITH “I should mention, I wrote the piece after I got a call from a lady in
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Some Torontonians think that the city is heading in the wrong direction
BY SIMONE J. SMITH As Torontonians, we are looking for someone with experience and a focus on community engagement. Toronto
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