Vision Newspaper - Issue 5 - 2017

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Issue 05 - Spring 2017

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The Caribbean Lady Cooke Dead at 100

NDECOM Gets Conviction Against Jamaican Police Constable Graham

The widow of former Governor General died early this month at the age of 100. Portia Simpson Miller, former PM tweeted the sad news to the world. Jamaica House later confirmed the news tweeted by Portia Simpson Miller.

PM Holness hailed Lady Ivy Cooke as an “outstanding educator” Born June 1916.

We at Vision Newspaper express our deep sadness.

Sterling Service In July 2014 her husband former GG died at 98. Lady Ivy Cooke stood by her husband who held the highest ceremonial office in our land. Jamaica is the poorer for Lady Ivy Cooke’s passing.

Sir Howard Cooke served as GG for 16 years from 1991. They gave sterling service to our nation.

We express our sympathy to her family and in particular daughter in-law Mrs. Heather Heather Cooke, who is Clerk to the Houses of Parliament.

17,000 Lost Power Following Heavy Rains in Jamaica The tiny island of Jamaica of 4,411square miles, has experienced significantly higher than normal levels of rainfall dumped on it over the past month. In St. Catherine, for instance some 10 inches of rain fell in a 12 hours period.

TERRENCE WILLIAMS INDECOM COMMISSIONER

The Independent Commission On Investigation (INDECOM) got a second conviction of a police personnel.

Accused Constable Ricketo Graham said the dead victim pulled a knife on him. The seven member Jury did not buy his defense. They convicted the constable for murder based on a DPP's ruling.

The Bogue Power Plant was seen as a low hanging fruit, pregnant for attention or delivery.

Kelly Tomblin an American lawyer & journalist has been doing a great job since arriving in Jamaica to head the local Power Company. She is an American national.

St. Thomas The eastern Parish of St. Thomas, Jamaica W.I., has been badly hit by the rains and power outages. Roads are badly scoured and are flooded resembling river beds.

We at Vision Newspaper wish Ms. Kelly Tomlin all the success in her future endeavours.

It is never an easy task to convict police personnel in Jamaica... sad commentary indeed.

Police shootings and death of civilians has gone up about 25 percent when compared to 2016. The police seem to be out of control.

We congratulate INDECOM and the DPP for their efforts and professionalism. Ride on Commissioner Terrence Williams et al.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is Senior International Correspondent & photojournalist for Vision Newspaper

Jamaican Gov't tables new National ID Bill made, and it is most appropriate that the bill be withdrawn and a new bill tendered,” Chuck said.

Opposition MP Colin Fagan asked how the bill would affect plans for the re-verification of the voters' list. But, Chuck said that the bill had nothing to do with the list.

Kelly Tomblin

Kelly has been with the JPSCO from April 2012 and saw to the transformation of the energy mix in the local light and power company. When she arrived in Jamaica she found us using bunker sea oil or fossil fuel. To date we are converting our power plants to Liquid Gas (LNG). For example the Bogue Plant was a dual designed plant to use the usual oil and gas.

LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) British Prime Minister Theresa May faced pressure to resign on Friday after losing her parliamentary majority, plunging the country into uncertainty as Brexit talks loom.

We are sad to see someone sworn to uphold the law abused his position of trust. Too many police officers seem to get away with cold-blooded murder.

The Light and Power company reported that some seventeen thousand (17,000) (customers) are still without power.

The CEO and President of the Jamaica Public Service Company Limited is leaving for the USA, Chicago to be exact.

She will take up her assignment as CEO of US-based utility company INTREN effective July 10th 2017.

British PM loses majority, faces pressure to resign

Commentary

Lady Ivy Cooke died at Andrew’s Memorial Hospital, an Adventist health facility on Monday June 5, 2017.

Lady Cooke stood by her husband through thick and thin and in our view was a “model of dignity”.

The World

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government has replaced the National Identification and Registration Authority Bill, tabled by Prime Minister Andrew Holness, on March 21 in the House of Representatives.Minister of Justice, Delroy Chuck, told the House of Representatives on Tuesday that the previous bill was withdrawn, because several changes needed to be made to it. A new bill was tabled shortly after.

“The main consideration is that there are several changes to be

The provisions of the bill require that a national identification number be issued to each person registered in the database, as well as a national identification card.

A national civil and identification database, containing personal identity data for all citizens and persons ordinarily resident in Jamaica, will also be established.

Holness is banking on the Act to assist the police in identifying criminal elements. www.jamaicaobserver.com

The pound fell sharply amid fears the Conservative leader will be unable to form a government and could even be forced out of office after a troubled campaign overshadowed by two terror attacks.

After being re-elected with an increased majority in the London commuter seat of Maidenhead, May said Britain “needs a period of stability” as it prepares for the complicated process of withdrawing from the European Union.

She said that while the full results had yet to emerge, her party seemed to have won the most seats and “it would be incumbent on us to ensure we have that period of stability”.

But Leftist opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn, whose Labour party surged from 20 points behind, urged May to quit, saying she had “lost votes, lost support and lost confidence”. www.jamaicaobserver.com

Minister Bibeau launches Famine Relief Fund to respond to multiple food crises

More than 20 million people in northeast Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen are at risk of starvation as a result of severe drought and conflict. South Sudan is experiencing famine, and unless immediate action is taken, others could slide into a similar situation. This is an unprecedented situation.

The Government of Canada is responding to this crisis and will also help Canadians mobilize their own response to a global appeal through the creation of the Famine Relief Fund.

Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, announced that for every eligible donation made by individual Canadians to registered Canadian charities between March 17 and June 30, 2017, the Government of Canada will contribute an equivalent amount to the Famine Relief Fund.

Hunger is having a real impact on young children in particular as some 1.4 million are now at risk of dying of acute malnutrition and disease.

Millions across the four affected countries and the neighbouring regions are in need of basic necessities such as urgent food assistance, water, sanitation services, health care, and shelter.

The Fund will support Canadian and international organizations currently hard at work providing assistance to those in need in the affected countries and neighbouring regions.

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Editorial Jamaica Needs A Responsible Opposition

Police Services Commission (PSC) Appoints George Quallo

is in a real world.

is regarded as the "Standard by which Area Commanders are judged" according to MP Peter Bunting, former National Security Minister and Opposition Spokesman on National Security ... as he reacted to the new top cop's appointment.

We will say more about the new t cop later in vision ...stay tuned.

There has been much discussion since the PSC did what it was mandated to do. That is to appoint a new Commissioner of Police to run the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) which is celebrating 150 years of unbroken service to Jamaica.

Deputy Commissioner Novelette Grant, a female who was asked to act for 90 days was again bypassed for the top cop job.

There was natural disappointment on her part and on that of her feminist supporters and others. The person selected is not a gender thing ... the process was not to please any feminist or other agenda. This is a serious job for the person considered best suited to fill the post. This is how it is, and should be.

Best Choice The crime situation in Jamaica demands a tough person with proven track record. one who can motivate the rank and file of the JCF to get the job done.

To label the new appointee as having been politically appointed, in my perspective would be most unfortunate to say the least.

Let Us Look At The New Top Cop

George as Commissioner is a good choice and we wish him all the best.

Who is "Big George" as he is affectionately called by close friends and associates?

He is a 40 year veteran of the JCF and came through the ranks, starting as an ordinary beat cop. This is a great achievement and should be a source of motivation to all in the police force. Reports are that he is humble, hands on and is well respected. He is a convert to Community Policing and

Betrayal

Despite any possible relief from the JLP government re property taxes, the steep increase will still impact negatively thousands of Jamaicans. There will be relief to thousands also ... better than before.

Cabinet

Let us support the new commissioner- designate, as crime is up 19 percent year to date when compared with 2016. The selection process was transparent and fair.

What is your perspective? This is ours.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is SIC Visin Newspaper.

Reports are that the Cabinet which meets every Monday will review the Tax issue and make a decision going forward. the JLP government of Andrew Holness cannot afford to ignore the outcry of the masses. The increased property tax is a window of opportunity which is being exploited by the Opposition to cause discontent among the masses.

A clever politician can and should exploit every opportunity to get support. This is how it

The PNP Opposition under Dr. Peter Phillips must be careful not to overplay their hand. Any way this is the season Lent and we all know the role Peter, one of Jesus' trusted disciples played in His (Jesus') betrayal and subsequent death.

Did the PNP betray the trust of property owners?

Dr. Peter Phillips was noticeably absent from Parliament when the crucial vote on the lower property tax rates were voted on to be implemented.

Why was he absent? We need a responsible Opposition if our Democracy is going to be effective.

Did the PNP abandon the people in their time of need.

A friend in need is a friend indeed? The verdict as usual is yours.

This is my perspective. What is yours?

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Perspective: Jamaican Property Taxes Revisited to fill the gap.

PNP Government Acted Illegally

Responding to the out cry regarding the 2013 valuations just implimented by the Andrew Holness led JLP government hastily set up a committee. This committee was immediately convened to review the impact of the new property taxes and recommend less burdensome means of implementation.

Two Billion Jamaican Dollars About two billion Jamaican dollars will be lost due to the review and lowering of the property rates as announced by Finance Minister Audley Shaw, April 11, 2017 in Parliament The 272,000 who were projected to benefit from relief will now be over 400,000 instead. The Holness government has acted swiftly and the people will therefore get more relief. "We have listened to the cries of the people" declared Finance Minister Shaw, in a Statement to Parliament. They are hoping that the usual 57 percent compliance rate will increase to at least 70 percent. More money will be collected and the projected 2 billion shortfall will be realized by greater or improved collection.This would be a win win for all concerned. This would avoid additional taxes to be imposed

"Mr Speaker, not only did the Government not have the courage to implement the new land valuations, but we recently discovered that they also Gazetted the new property Tax rates without securing Parliamentary approval of the new schedule.

In essence, Mr. Speaker, the Government acted illegally in requesting higher property taxes from the Jamaican people since 2013." This illegal act by the PNP had to be covered. The PNP Opposition supported this Indemnity Act only.

Two Bills were Implemented 1) "Property Tax (Validation and Indemnity) Act 2017 to provide validation for the collections of property taxes 2013 and to indemnify the Government against liability arising from these collections: and 2) The Property Tax (Amendment) No. 2 Act to make retroactive to April 1, 2017, the changes to the proposed property tax rates that we have tabled today for debate.

This Administration is trying to do the right thing ... to turn back on years of politically motivated Government policies and to reset the economy in the direction of Prosperity.

New Tax Rate "We have retained the flat J$1000 tax on all properties valued up to J$400,000. This

will benefit 110,303 persons. These are small plots of lands in the communities such as Crawle River, Kellitts, Mahoe Hill, Bullhead etc. It is the small farmers in rural Jamaica that are included here.

The new rate is now 0.5 to 0.9 percent.

This is a big reduction from the tax rates announced at the start of the Budget debate. Some 448, 360 or 58 percent of the 776,487 properties will now see a reduction or no change in their property bills."

In my perspective, this is a big break for tax payers of property tax and it is our hope that there will be improved compliance.

Opposition Responded MP Peter Bunting responding on behalf of the Opposition ... he wanted the Government to delay the implementation for one month ... they did not support the changes, but the Government out voted them and will do as planned. Were they (Opposition) bad minded or just stupid?

The Opposition's job is to oppose but not to appear stupid.

Were the Opposition shell shocked by the speed and excellence of Shaw's move?

In our further perspective, it was a clever move that based on responses by social and other groups is well appreciated.

This is our perspective, what is yours? Let us hear from you soon.

We have extensively quoted from Shaw's statement in Parliament, but will post the full statement soon.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is SIC for Vision Newspaper.

Perspective: From Rasta man to Party Leader sound leadership.

The Rise Of Dr. Peter David Phillips to the presidency of the 78 year old PNP, has in my perspective, been Dr. Peter Phillips' life long dream. He tried on at least two occasions to get there and failed. Once against Portia Simpson Miller and against PJ Patterson. Dr. Phillips is an intellectual who has a passion for politics.

Dr. Peter Phillips has been a government minister under both leaders who defeated him for the leadership. He has never been up in the polls .... in other words popularity has never been his high point.

Technocrat Dr. Phillips' competence has never been in question. What may be in question the means he may employ to achieve his aims. The electorate will have to judge him on his past deeds. Integrity and trustworthiness are vital qualities for

We have little or no evidence to substantiate perception which could be considered credible enough to stand up to scrutiny in a court of law. However, in public life perception appears to not very far from fact. It is no secret that Phillips has been the power and possibly brain behind the PNP under Portia Simpson Miller's leadership of the PNP. A form of Esaw and Jacob scenario ... we all know this biblical story very well. Phillips did well as finance minister in Portia's last government.

Walk Out Of Parliament The recent fiasco that saw the Opposition walk out of Parliament is a pretty good judge of the character of Dr. Peter Phillips the considered defector leader of the People's National Party (PNP).

We hope our perception of Dr. Peter David Phillips is wrong.

Land Policy/Titles Dr. Phillips' so called squatter initiative as mentioned in his speech yesterday at his swearing in as PNP leader will have to come good. Of course that is when

Will the 2017-18 Jamaican budget help the poor in any meaningful way?

he gets back into power. This may not be soon based on the performance of PM Andrew Holness as leader of the JLP. Successive government have expressed a desire to house our people and provide land titles to the landless masses. This laudable plan is not new. Many families have lived on land holding for up to 30 and more years and still have no title for same. To Portia's credit she has tried hard in this area. Also JLP's Bruce Golding and Andrew Holness himself. This lack of titles for the landless in Jamaica is a relic of the post slavery era. Since 1838 landless ex-slaves have struggled with this issue of no titles for land holdings and squatting has taken over.

Dr. Phillips is right when he mentioned this as one of his plans to help the masses to improve their lives. We applaud this thinking as it is a great idea. Will he achieve where others have failed to make a real dent? Time will tell.

We hope Phillips will bear in mind when he is given the job of Opposition Leader and full power that "Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely" We also hope he will honour his stated intention to respect our democratic traditions as he yearns for more power. To do otherwise would be a serious betrayal of trust.

What is your perspective? This is ours.

Let us hear from you.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is SIC, Vision Newspaper.

left to right Babsy's daughter, Minister of Tourism Hon. E. Bartlett, Minister of Culture, Sport & Entertainment Babsy Grange, and her late mother Raplaelita Walker, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness.

In my perspective the budget as presented will not at the stroke of a pen solve Jamaica's chronic debt crisis of a sliding dollar in relation to our major trading partners. For example the Jamaican dollar, to say the USA and Canada.

The economy in Jamaica has come a far way and is improving. It is not all doom and gloom. We saw 2 percent growth this fiscal year. Crime is high but the police et al are fighting back.

There is good social stability. There are no reports of wide spreads starving.

Tax Relief Tax relief to the working class on PAYE (Pay as you earn employees) of up to 1.5 million dollars effective April i, 2017 is commendable as the Holness administration has honoured its election promise. This alone will not solve the problem of those not in the formal job market to live a better life.

PATH We note the increased allocation to PATH (public Assistance/Social Security) to the most vulnerable in our society ...single moms and the destitute. Unfortunately this alone will fall short for some 200,000 according to a PIOJ study. Only 320,000 will benefit at present from PATH. the others will be left out in the cold, as to speak.

Indirect Taxation This type of economic formula of indirect taxation has the IMF blessing.

However, as commendable as this may appear to the IMF ....will the poorest of the poor get real benefit?

The poorest of the poor are struggling to make two ends meet and are not in the formal employment system to really benefit from tax relief as stated before. They are likely to be further marginalized. It is a vicious cycle.

The government has tried and must get high marks for same. Opposition Leader Portia Simpson Miller made this point in her final contribution to the Budget debate Thursday last March 18, 2017.

Increased Production There needs to be increased production and we need to earn more foreign exchange by increased exports. Only these initiatives will dig us out of the economic mess we have found ourselves. WE ARE MORE THAN KNEE DEEP IN SNOW TO USE A WINTER ANALOGY. What is your perspective?

Do let us get your feed back.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie, SIC, & photojournalist for vision newspaper.

Editorial Perspective: More than half a life sentence for selling pot under Trudeau’s proposed new legalized marijuana regime? class caucassian teenagers to arrest for pot. Our neices and nephews, children and grandchildren of colour will be the main ones targeted under this new regime.

Stiffer penalties which are posted on Health Canada’s website, shows that under the new legislation penalties for selling marijuana will increase to a max amount of 14 years in prison.

When the Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau announced that he was going to legalize Marijuana for recreational use, he said it was to protect the youth from criminal records, to keep young kids away from the drug and to take the prophits away from organized crime. Under this new legalization regime penalties will increase and our youth will be looking at longer sentences for a product that will be available in pharmacy’s and grocery stores throughout the Country.

14 years in prison is more than half of a life sentence in Canada (a life sentence in Canada is 25 years). In my opinion this 14 year max sentence is only going to be given to poor people and/or people of colour. I find it very unlikely that the police will be driving around the suburbs looking for middle

Liberal Party member Bill Blair who Prime Minister Justin Trudeau put in charge of creating the new marijuana regime, said in a statement that under the new regime they will be going after people selling marijuana to youth in staircases and organized crime.

The way i interpret this statement

In April 2017 the Federal Goverment of Canada introduced their new marijuana legislation which legalizes marijuana for recreational use but also includes stiffer penalties for people caught selling marijuana outside of the new legalized marijuana regime.

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Perspective: Legalize Prostitution & Marital Rape? for raping his legally wedded wife was explored.

The example drawn was a man having sex with his sleeping wife. Did he rape her? Can he be charged for say this sexual act without prior consent.

from Bill Blair is that the police will be targeting disadvantaged youth that hang out with their friends and smoke pot at the side of their apartment buildings. Youths have been doing this for decades and while yes the other residents of the building may not want to smell pot while coming home from work, the youth shouldnt be targeted and caged for 14 years for the same product the Canadian Government is selling and making billions of dollars of profit on.

In conclusion it is my opinion that Justin Trudeau is not legalizing marijuana to keep the youths from having criminal records but legalizing weed for the billions of dollars of revenue it will bring in the economy and the profit it will make the share holders of the marijuana corporations supplying the industyry.

If Trudeau cared about the youths not getting criminal records, he would decriminalize the drug immediatley and stop the over 50,000 arrests and 22,000 convictions scheduled to be handed out this year for a so called legalized product.

This is our perspective, what is yours?

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Last month in Jamaica, a Gordon House Committee (Parliament) ... debated amendments to the sexual Offenses Bill. The committee has recommended that prostitution should be legalized. The AIDS lobby says HIV will be assaulted and sees the trend of prevalence/ reporting going downwards. Better treatment to all affected persons.

Marital Rape On the vexed issue if a man should be charged

Even if the couple have by custom engaged in this activity “as is customary”.

Should this established practice by this couple, be now declared as criminal?

In our perspective the sanctity of marriage should not be tampered with.

What is your perspective?

This is mine.

Hopeton O’Connor-Dennie is Senior International Correspondent & photojournalist for Vision Newspaper.

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Ontario Passes Anti-Racism Legislation

Ontario passed legislation today that positions the province as a leader in fighting systemic racism and advancing racial equity for all.

The Anti-Racism Act, 2017 strengthens the government's commitment to identify and combat systemic racism in policies, programs and services and build a fair society where everyone is provided equal opportunity.

The legislation: Establishes the Anti-Racism Directorate in legislation to ensure its

sustainability Requires the continuation and regular review of a multi-year anti-racism strategy, ensuring the sustainability and accountability of the government's anti-racism work Mandates a review of the anti-racism strategy at least every five years, in consultation with the public and community partners Enables the government to implement race data collection and an anti-racism impact assessment tool, to help identify, remedy or prevent inequitable racial impacts of policies and programs.

Ontario will continue working with Indigenous and racialized communities, including those impacted by anti-Black racism, Islamophobia, antisemitism and other forms of racism, to ensure their voices are heard and reflected in government's anti-racism efforts.

Fighting systemic racism and advancing racial equity is part of our plan to create jobs, grow our economy and help people in their everyday lives.

Ontario Preparing Students for Jobs of Tomorrow Province Helping 50,000 Students Gain Valuable Work Experience them to focus on a career path that matches their skills and interests, while meeting the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This represents 2,000 additional students and 108 new programs for the 2017-18 school year. Students can choose from 19 different sectors, including agriculture, health and wellness, and transportation to help them prepare for apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace.

Ontario is helping more young people prepare for successful careers with hands-on work experience and career counselling.

Mitzie Hunter, Minister of Education, was at the Economic Club today to talk about investments that Ontario is making in financial literacy and onthe-job learning.

Starting in September, more than 50,000 students will be enrolled in almost 1,900 Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs that allow

Over the next three years Ontario will introduce 17,000 more Grade 11 and 12 students to career options while obtaining their high school diploma, through the expansion of the SHSM program. As part of the 2017 budget, Ontario will invest nearly $190 million over three years to create 40,000 real world learning opportunities for students and recent graduates through the Career KickStart Strategy.

Opening doors to new careers is part of our plan to create jobs, grow our economy and help people in their everyday lives.

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Community Impact of Global Warming and Climate Change on Our Weather

A July 8, 2013, file photo shows the kind of flooding on the Don Valley Parkway that the city managed to doge this year. (FRANK GUNN) - TheStar.com

Since the 1st week of May 2017 there’s been an immense amount of rainfall. Water levels have reached an unprecedented high.

It’s been more than fifty years since the waters at Ashbridges Bay, Lake Ontario and other waterfronts have seen such significant rise in water levels. -CityTv Nationwide flooding in places like Montreal, Ottawa and throughout Ontario. There hasn’t been any newly identified or mysterious causes for the rise in water levels . Although there has been rainfall that has lasted several days, it does not solely account for the uniform rise across the board. Ashbridges Bay for example, a popular site for volleyball enthusiasts, cyclist and family summer fun was hardest hit. The shorelines have become almost non existent, with water pooling in places where its mostly flat lands.

The city’s attempts at draining the water is an effort to salvage the shores before the

water reaches the boardwalk to completely erase the shores. It appeared there’d be no end to the cold rainy season. Lake Ontario has also seen the highest rise of all in water levels, up to 50cm more than average.

Shore lines are disappearing in some places, residents with help from neighbours scrambled to create make shift borders using sand bags to protect their homes from flooding. One resident in the Scarborough bluffs, reportedly experienced sudden rise in water levels that reached as high as 10 to 12cm above his 5 foot 8 inch frame.

So what’s caused the dramatic changes in water levels? The unstable changes in seasonal temperatures? Its Uncharacteristic, when our expected April Showers instead bring cold temperatures and snow in some instances and our expected May Flowers are replaced by delayed April showers.

For several years, scientists and environ-

mentalist have warned of the signs and times of global warming. Could all these unexpected weather conditions be attributed to that? More than likely, according to a National Geographic 2014 article “The Fast facts to Global Warming.”

According to the article “Global warming which is sometimes referred to as climate change is showing no signs of cooling down.” -National Geographic It states that earth is showing signs of worldwide climate change like a female enduring menopause.

Here are some the causes and changes which are indicated that might occur on the planet; Average temperatures have climbed 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit (0.8 degree Celsius) around the world since 1880, much of this in recent decades, according to NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies.

• The rate of warming is increasing across the planet. The 20th century's last two decades were the hottest in 400 years and possibly the warmest for several millennia, according to a number of climate studies.

The United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports that 11 of the past 12 years are among the dozen warmest since 1850.

• The Arctic is feeling the effects the most.

Average temperatures in Alaska, western Canada, and eastern Russia have risen at twice the global average, according to the multinational Arctic Climate Impact Assessment report compiled between 2000 and 2004.

• Arctic ice is rapidly disappearing, and the region may have its first completely ice-free

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summer by 2040 or earlier. Polar bears and indigenous cultures are already suffering from the sea-ice loss.

• Glaciers and mountain snows are rapidly melting—for example, Montana's Glacier National Park now has only 27 glaciers, versus 150 in 1910. In the Northern Hemisphere, thaws also come a week earlier in spring and freezes begin a week later.

• Coral reefs, which are highly sensitive to small changes in water temperature, suffered the worst bleaching—or die-off in response to stress—ever recorded in 1998, with some areas seeing bleach rates of 70 percent. Experts expect these sorts of events to increase in frequency and intensity in the next 50 years as sea temperatures rise.

• An upsurge in the amount of extreme weather events, such as wildfires, heat waves, and strong tropical storms.

So what does all this mean for the planet? It means even if we are not able to stop these changes there is opportunity for us to slow the rapid changes in global warming.

Carbon dioxide is released when oil, coal, and other fossil fuels are burned for energy—the energy we use to power our homes, cars, and smartphones. By using less energy we can offset our own contribution to climate change. A few effective ways in which we can make a difference includes: Upgrade t6o less expensive energy efficient appliances, Use LED light bulbs which saves money on your electricity and Power.

maresa@visionnewspaper.ca

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Music

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JUNO Nominated Reggae & Dancehall Recording Artist Kirk Diamond Releases New EP Ensuing the release of “Greater”, the lead single off Kirk Diamond forthcoming EP of the same name, the JUNO award nominated artist has unveiled the track listing of his anticipated endeavor.

Ishawna Fans Were Left Bawlie Bawling For More reggae songstress delivered memorable performances as she engaged her audience with her remarkable and impressive voice.

From her newest hit “My Man”, to her “I am Not Afraid” classic, Etana gave her all, and had her congregation hang on to her every word while singing in unison.

Toronto Record Label Releases Afrobeat Inspired Riddim Project very caribbean feel good vibe. The project showcases talented uprising acts from both Canada and Jamaica such as Slimflex, Cee Gee, D Will, Fire Lion, Asham (Gyal Idiot), Pink Boss and Nana Ice.

“Thank you to each and everyone of you that came to see me, I felt the love and I hope you received mine as well..” - Etana

As the Strong One recently concluded a successful UK tour as a special guest of the royal reggae family, Morgan Heritage Avrakedabra World Tour 2017. Etana announces her summer 2017 Reggae Forever North American Tour.

“Etana was magical” - tasilaculture, “BEYOND WORDS...” - mauwe69, “pure, undiluted talent “ - catdirectsprodTrue Those are some of the accolades and depictions by fans shared on social media speaking of Etana’s latest UK tour. Leaving fans both breathless and wanting more, the soulful

In support of her forthcoming July 2017 EP, Etana’s Reggae Forever North American Tour will kick off on June 22nd in Dallas Texas, and will see the songstress perform from her impressive discography such as “I Rise”, “People Talk”, “Wrong Address” and, new music like her hit single “My Man”. The newly independent Etana will touch the stage in Austin, New Orleans, Carson, San Diego, Sebastopol, Santa Cruz, Belmont, California World Music Festival, Boston, Salisbury and in Calgary and Montreal in Canada.

“I look forward to seeing all my fans. The best way for me to thank all of you for your unwavering support through the years is with music. I want you all to know that when I am on that stage singing, I sing to each of you.” - Etana

Featured on CBC Music “10 Canadian Reggae Artists You Need To Hear”, the reggae and dancehall artist renowned for his lyrical prowess teamed up with famed German based label Hype & Partner to deliver 7 tracks proudly displaying his versatility in mastering rhythms. With 6 tracks written by Kirk himself, and a co-writing collaboration with Elaine Shepherd on the single “Everything”, “Greater The EP” tells of the Spanish Town, Jamaica native harmonious story. In a previous release to the media he explained “Greater is a story of my musical journey to this point with an optimistic look on what’s next to come.” - Kirk Diamond

The lead single “Whine for me” by the label’s artist “Slimflex” made its radio premiere this past Monday on Toronto’s Vibe105 with Carrie Mullings, the full project releasing today on iTunes, Spotify and all major digital music outlets.

Toronto’s record label, Diet Monkey Entertainment makes their production debut with their new Afro Vibes Compilation, Volume 1 album.

With songs that feature on the Diet Monkey Riddim, the songs perfectly merges elements from afrobeat and dancehall music, giving us a

In coordination with Canadian Music Week’s “I Love Afrovibe” showcase, Slimflex alongside Diet Monkey released the project's first music video on Thursday April 20th, 2017. The video premiered on the Caribbeans premiere entertainment site, "The Tropixs".

Reggae Pop Singer & Song Writer K'reema Positions Herself to be The New Princess of Dancehall

Reggae pop is much like the name, plenty of feel good rhythms with some fresh flavor. If you’re into the steadiness that comes from a familiar beat plus a dash of dancehall you’ll dig the boldly vibrant sound of K’reema. The songwriter and singer has entered the scene like only a select few are able to, by willing it. With a refreshing clash of Jamaican persuasion meets city style

there's a certain mover and shaker vibe that produces a fierce interpretation of herself expressed as music.

It’s been circulated that the driving forces behind this young talent are the powerful mantras she swears by.

By writing in the moment and allowing herself to become the basis of her body of work the result is deeply personal.

Even at first encounter it's noticeable she has got the depth of an old soul and the humbleness of a

seasoned veteran. It’s interesting to consider who K’reema is inspired by, she names Beres Hammond and Tanya Stephens as more traditional influences alongside childhood favorites TLC and enchantment with current sensation Beyonce. Keeping inline with her love for Beyonce', her single “Sorry You're Not Sorry” definitely gives you a taste of what to expect on her up coming EP. The idea behind the song was more so to empower women all while getting them up and moving. While there’s a great deal of energy put into keeping things rooted by authenticity there's also a very eclectic and free way about it. There is quite a bit on the horizon for K’reema, and as with many artists finding just the right note can be challenging.

Some people are unaware of K’reema musical background and her deep ties to reggae, her formative years growing

up in Jamaica exposed her to much of what has shaped her as an artist. It’s been a long time coming for her, and despite support, it has taken years for her to reach this level of recognition, living in Brooklyn later in life has given her some real perspective and nowadays she even tours with her father on occasion. K’reema’s father is legendary reggae recording artist Yellowman, she crafted a dedication to him and fathers worldwide in debuting a song many of us can relate to called “Father’s Love” which is touted as her most proud moment to date as an artist. It’s that kind of grounding energy mixed with a genuine hustle that is at the forefront in her sound, you can feel this essence in “Sorry You're Not Sorry” as equally smooth and tantalizing. Her latest release is sure to usher in the next wave of big things from this artist in motion.

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YGF Records Achieved 3 million streams with Vershon, Charly Local Artist Vypa Rocks Crowd of Over 3000 People in Dubai Where he Opened for Ky Mani Marley at the Black, Deep Jahi, Sanchez ,Shatta Wale and more Jah Motivation, Devon Di Dakta It’s Going Great, Charly Blacks We change Money, all carries positive relaxing entertainment value. This mood is emphasized through the legendary vocals of Sanchez, delivering a soft toned Reggae song titled Love, written by Gavin Grant.

Musical entrepreneur Tevin Richards, renown for his entertaining Chronicles of Success project flowed into another smoothing project titled Suit and Tie is gearing up to release his Psychotic Riddim.

The 2017 calendar year has brought with it many success for the Ocho Rios based producer. Mr. Richards has established his own production house, Young Generation Faternity, whose primary responsibilities are to produce high quality and entertaining songs.

With over 3 million views across all Internet platforms, YGF is encouraged with the progress made and continues to eye further success.

Harmonic musical partnerships guarantee successful collaborations with Vershon Neva Happy Fi Me, Deep

YGF’s reach stretches beyond the island as Africa’s leading dancehall artist Shatta Wale and Tevin Richards gave birth to the song “Caan Stop Me”.

Entertain yourself, get in tune with the tunes. The projects: Chronicles of Success and Suit and Tie are available on Itunes.

Alongside the artist, producers play an integral role with musical direction and as a young producer Tevin Richards has joined forces with many Gifted Musicians within the industry. IRIE FM music producer Gavin Grant, Guyanese music composer Ridwaan Razak and video director Randall Richards have all engaged in creative musical endeavours with the YGF pioneer. The wealth of knowledge brought to the table by these gifted musicians has impacted immensely on the young

producer.

Afar Music Group (AMG) and DJ Kenny have collaborated on a new riddim, Level Up which is already creating a stir in the dancehall.

LevelUp features the sounds of a host of big name and on-the-rise artistes. Among then are international reggae star Junior "One Blood" Reid who sings about about his mother's love on ''My Mommy''. With

Still living his dream, Nesbeth makes a impassioned statement about the dangers of street life on ''Tony Tony Tony''' while recording artiste D Medz felt compelled to sing about "Africaness".

This song encourages black people to cherish and honour their African roots; stop bleaching their skin and dig deep within their souls for their purpose in life.

Rising star Keneil Brown, better known as Kenny Bling

Life/ Never Give Up” will also be on his upcoming album. Vypa performed his classic love song “I Love You Girl” at the Bob Marley Birthday Fest which is on his "Do Or Die" Album that was released on Shyrick Dancehall Radio in May 2015 and has sold copies worldwide on amazon.ca , amazon.com and ITunes.

“Gifted Musicians are to be appreciated for there experience and value.

Interactions with these men have aided in my viewpoints approach to specific musical situations” beamed the Ocho native.

With millions of views since his introduction into the musical circle, Tevin Richards’ spares a special gratitude to online platforms playing host to his music.

“I’ve always received support from online mediums such as Dancehall Promo, YardHype, Akam Entertainment, Crush Road, Krish Genius, Dj Stephano Magazine and Reggaeville.

In addition, to all major radio stations locally and internationally, I continue to ask for their partnership as i aspire to broaden the audience for my productions” highlights YGF founder Mr. Richards.

As he reflects on landmarks achieved, he has sought to remind himself and the wider public that the journey to growth has just begun. The latest production in the pipeline is a Riddim titled Psychotic featuring many heavy hitters: Vershon, Devin Di Dakta, Jahvillani, Teejay, Dre Santana, Xklusive and African superstar Shatta Wale.

“This one will be special, just wait for it” teases the confident producer.

Afar Music Group and DJ Kenny release LevelUp Mother's Day a near memory, this song was pulled up on radio and in the dance numerous times.

Bob Marley Birthday Fest

Vypa rocked the stage and really moved the crowd of over 3000 people in Dubai where he opened for Ky Mani Marley at the Bob Marley Birthday Fest hosted by Reggae Beachfest.

Vypa said the vibes in Dubai were great! The crowd was loving me and loving Reggae and Dancehall music. Reggae music has really taken off in the middle east. This was Vypa’s second time touring in the United Arab Emirates, in 2015 while performing in Dubai Vypa collaborated with Daggyshash, an Ethiopian artiste, and produced one of his hit singles “My Life/Never Give Up” which is on radio rotation world wide, the video which was also shoot in Dubai was #4 on Hype TV Top Ten Chart. “My

Max Stone And Ce'Cile Collaborate On New Single

sings his respect for his real friends on ''Mi Chargie'''.

Other artistes on the LevelUp project include Oriel, Clara, and Blakx.

Speaking to the origins of the project, Linval "Shem" Brown of the AMG camp stated: "This project came about after myself and DJ Kenny had a long conversation about the business of marketing and promoting reggae/dancehall music.

While reasoning about what's being done and how we can do things different and better we decide on joining forcing in promoting a riddim, hence the name LevelUp. With the release of this LevelUp riddim we are also introducing a few new artist, in particular Kenny Bling, who will soon release his debut EP under the Afar Music Group banner."

Vypa is a well recognized International Artiste.

His lyrics and videos inspire and uplift his listeners, fans, and viewers.

Vypa’s music is universal, where words fail his music speaks, it speaks to the mind body and soul

X Factor star Max Stone has been a lifetime lover and composer of Reggae music. He gained the hearts of listeners worldwide after entering X Factor and covering two of Bob Marley's greatest hits, "No Woman Nuh Cry" and "Turn Your Lights Down Low".

The international Reggae star is hoping to make his name on the local scene with his single " Never Been Loved" which features Dancehall's finest, Ce'Cile.

"I have always been a fan of Ce'Cile, she possesses raw Dancehall/ Reggae talent and I just had to work with her.

My team reached out to her management to request collaboration and after I sent my demo she wrote her part and a hit was made" Said Max Stone.

The UK based singer is looking to bring his sound to Jamaica with this track that was produced by D Goody.

"Jamaica is the ground on which Reggae music stands and it is important

that no matter where in the world you are, you take your music to its roots in order to master your craft. The single will be available on iTunes in coming months and I know the fans will love it" He said.

The track which will be officially released in summer will accompany a music video which will be shot on location in The UK and Jamaica.

The artiste, who is also working on his debut album, "Keep Rising" says he is in negotiation with a major film company in The UK about doing the soundtrack on a popularly known British film. " Many doors are opening for me. This album was produced by D Goody and Grammy winning producer Jazzwad who made the legendary Damian Marley a part of his production and I am sure it will be something eye opening and thought provoking for all my listeners" Shared the singer.

Among his other releases are: "The River", "I'm Sorry", "Lavender" and "Sun In My Eyes".

Persons looking to keep up with Max Stone can visit his official website www.maxstoneofficial.com.

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Jahmiel Make Big Moves at Best of The Best firecracker Jahmiel burst onto the stage, from stage right as the stage lights lit up and smoke machine erupted. There was 5’6 Jahmiel center stage and making a quick recovery from a near fall, which had the crowd gasp. “Hol it, you see say me almost slide a dat them woulda love fi see happen, but dem nah go get fi see that” said Jahmiel and the crowd roared. From this point on Jahmiel had them in the palm of his hands from beginning to end.

Reggae / Dancehall artist Jahmiel left many patrons impressed with his debut performance in Miami Florida over the weekend. Performing in Miami for the first time was no bother to Jahmiel as he looks forward to showcasing his talent on the big stage, every chance he get. The eleventh annual Best of the Best was no exception as Jahmiel would make a memorable entrance onto the big stage.

From side stage you could hear a deep voice full confidence saying “We say righteousness, but we nuh fraid a people, its unfortunate but a just so life set you do good fi people but they will forget’ as he introduced his single ‘True Colours’. At full attention the crowd could be seen looking left and right as to where he is entering from and singing along at the same time. Like a

Singing songs like “Things Take Time” “Different Level” “Strongest Soldier” and “Where Were You”, which resulted in the several thousand patrons singing in unison, Jahmiel could do no wrong on that stage. Upon closing with his breakthrough single ‘Gain the World’ it was evident the crowd wanted more as he was asked to sing it again. Over the past years Jahmiel has nurtured his performance and interaction with his audience. His performance at Best of the Best was definitely one that many felt helped him to make his stamp in the reggae and dancehall industry as an artist who will be around for Years to Come.

Jahmiel is currently preparing for radio promotion in New York, where he is scheduled for a host of interviews followed by performances in St. Kitts and Trinidad.

Real V.I Wants To Be “Successful”

Recording artiste Real V.I has shown what it means to defy the odds by being the first Dancehall artiste to emerge on the scene in a wheelchair.

Though his situation may seem unfavorable to some, the multi talented artiste shares that he is poised and ready to make his name none the less. “ Persons may look at me and think I allow my situation to get me down, but on the contrary I don’t. I embrace my situation and after seeing that there are people who were born this way, I am grateful that I at least got a chance to experience what being able to walk feels like” Shared Real V. I. The Seaview Gardens native who gives credit to Bounty Killer for his musical contribution, has been doing music as early as age fourteen and has had the opportunity to record for legends such as Junior Reid,

Sugar Minott and Black Scorpio Records.

The artiste is currently promoting three singles “ Successful”, “Dem Nuh Known” and “Darkness To Light” which were all produced

by EarthSource Records.

“Dem Nuh Known” and “Successful” were released September 23, 2016 while Darkness To Light was released May 8, 2017.

The singles are available on all major digital media outlets through EarthSource Records who serves as his exclusive representative worldwide. “ I recently shot and released the video for Successful and since then, it has racked up over 500,000 views through online streaming. My supporters have always been the drive behind my music, they believe in me just as much as I believe in myself and as an artiste, it is my duty to keep them entertained while teaching them at the same time” He Said.

Real V.I is currently gearing up to take his promotion international in a bid to achieve greater musical success. “ My music is fit for all demographics, I plan on tapping into the European market in coming months after I have dominated the airwaves in the Caribbean” He Said.

Among this other releases are: “Rich Mi Seh”, “ The Prayer” , “ One Night Stand” and “ Foot Step” featuring Mr G. Persons looking to keep up with Real V.I can do so by following him on Instagram @ RealV.I. and on Facebook at Earthsource Records.

Ryme Minista Drops Walla Walla

Dancehall artiste, Ryme Minista is hot on the promotional trail with his latest musical offering, “Walla Walla”.

Firmly focussed on the future, the dancehall force has unleashed this new song with hopes of getting him the much deserved international attention.

Produced by Starzplus Music and Deathlands Records, the song boasts a creative style with a unique and equally energetic dancehall vibes.

The song “Walla Walla” is all about a new dance crave that has taken the dance by storm. The new track features two acts namely Black Fox and Straight E who are upcoming artistes from out of Westmoreland.

Released in late February, the song has been making rounds on various

local stations and has become very popular in Montego Bay where the artiste is from and is quickly gaining steam in other areas in the country as well.

Speaking on the project, Ryme Minista says, “The song is fun and energetic! Once you hear it, you cannot keep still, you have to move and have a good time. The inspiration is all about the ladies, they are the ones that requested this song for the summer and I have to make them happy.”

The dancehall titan has very high expectations for this project and sees it going very far.

“Well, I hope to create a big impact with this song and dominate the dancehall scene. The response has been good so far and I know that this song will continue to get even bigger. ” “Walla Walla” has been doing so well, that the artiste has whipped up quite the simulating visual that is set to be released later this month.

So what is next for this phenomenal artiste you may ask; Ryme Minista has continued to revive interest with his brand by dropping two brand new songs, “Don’t Tell me and Jungle Justice.”

X-amount Brings Sweet Sounds of Reggae Music been working consistently to perfect his craft. Hailing from New York, presently Kingston, JA based…

X-amount brings you, “Reggae Music.” On this contagious 2017 anthem, the record is engraved with horns and percussion- while the baseline is ready for any major sound system.

International Reggae Singjay Artiste, X-amount is popping with style & rhythm: unique blends of Roots Reggae, Lovers Rock, and Dancehall under the umbrella of one sound. An introduction to Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, and Gregory Isaacs by his father at an early age- paved the way for his musical career decision.

X-amount has been active in the music industry for over 5 years.

While performing locally throughout Jamaica and abroad, he has

As the musical vibrations spread, X-amounts lyrics can be felt. Lyrically, he pays respect to the legends of the past and present. In it, he says, “Bob Marley, Dennis Brown a big big chune, fill us up with your mercy, Garnett Silk in the room.”

According to X-amounts social media accounts, fans are describing this song’s message as timeless and universal.

“Reggae Music” was written and produced by X-amount and is distributed by Zojak Worldwide smarturl.it/XamountRM From Jamaica and across the world there still remains…something about that sweet Reggae Music!

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Former President of Jamaica Football Federation Captain Horace Garfield Burrell Dead At 67 ship and for taking us to France in 1998."

In Burrell's last recorded interview on TV, he said "I enjoy my work and as long as my colleagues support me ...we have embarked on a route ... we are seeing good results"

Football has lost a giant in the person of the former President of Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) in Jamaica and the Caribbean.

He was a leader par excellence and has the distinction of taking Jamaica to the World Cup in 1998.

We were at the pinnacle of the football world as a relatively small country. Rene' Simoes was our coach from Brazil.

The professional Football Association Of Jamaica (PFAJ) in a press release paid tribute to his "leader-

A career army officer and businessman he owned and operated at least 5 branches of "Captain's Bakery" island wide and even exported his baked products overseas.

Canadian Connection He was partly trained in Canada as a soldier.

Grange Sport Minister Grange paid tribute to the Captain by skipe."He was an outstanding leader" declared MINISTER Grange.

Spanner Dennis, confidante fought back tears unsuccessfully on Football GPS live, aired on CVM TV, hosted by Wayne Walker. Ambassador Stevenson was also on set.

We at VISION express our sympathy to his family.

Hopeton O'Connor-Dennie is Senior International Correspondent & photojournalist for Vision

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New Travel TV Series ‘MIRA’ set to premiere in 2017 she arrives in a new country each week with only 3-4 days to show viewers the very best of that country in terms of resorts, accommodation options, cultural landmarks, natural wonders and nightlife.

P.O.S. Trinidad (Sonique Solutions) – In this current era where Caribbean nations have collectively put tourism at the forefront of their efforts for economic stability, independent media & production company Fu Family Films is gearing up to take viewers on a fantastic voyage throughout the islands with its latest travel series entitled ‘Mira’.

The first season of Mira will soon be aired within the region and will comprise 8 weekly thirty minute episodes. This new travel/tourism TV show promises to not only educate and entertain, but it will also explore the many unique facets and cultural nuances of the various Caribbean destinations visited and provide viewers with that ‘great escape’.

The premise of Mira follows host Kezel Jackson Cruickshank as

Kezel, a native of Trinidad & Tobago, has a background as a broadcaster and a tutor in Sociology and Caribbean Studies as well as a passion for cultural awareness and travel.

She harnesses these experiences as she presents this epic journey while balancing her duties behind the scenes as managing director of Fu Family Films.

Fu Family Films takes a holistic approach to film and has provided graphic, animation, music video and commercial production services for top regional entertainers, retail and corporate entities and has even created content for the Caribbean arm of the Rio 2016 Olympics which was aired on ESPN, in addition to several key media outlets in the region.

Kezel and her Fu Family Films team endeavour to use this show as a medium for positive social change as it pertains to regional expression and appreciation for its

cultural heritage.

Canadian Rapper Host’s “Top Ten Reggae Countdown” on Global Durham cable channel 235 as well as its available through Bell Satelite, Cogeco, and Shaw cable providers.

She shared, “This show is a celebration of culture, diversity and geography. Every country has a tale to tell, a story that makes it authentic. This is no ordinary travel show; we aspire to bring the Caribbean’s distinct melting pot experience to viewers locally, regionally as well as in international markets beyond the borders of the Caribbean Diaspora.”

Most notably, Mira’s producers have guaranteed excitement in each episode, as unlike the typical Caribbean travel magazine show, viewers will get to see the host and crew actually getting hands on, fully engaged and often down and dirty in several fun activities and wild adventures offered in each location.

More than just a creative catalyst for the improvement of domestic, regional and international tourism, Mira will also serve as a platform for strategic promotional and branding efforts for various destinations, tourism authorities and hospitality stakeholders.

To have your country, business, hotel/resort or customer oriented service featured during episodes of ‘Mira’, please email: fufamilyfilms@ gmail.com For more information on the new series ‘Mira’ please visit: www. fufamilyfilms.com/mira/

Local Canadian Recording artist, Producer and Editor with us here at Vision Newspaper, Alwin Squire who goes by the stage name Lucci Gabana, is the new co-host of our “TopTen Reggae Countdown”. He co- hosts the program with last years host and popular radio DJ, Catman from London, as well as with other celebrity guest hosts.

The popular reggae music video program airs every Sunday morning at 10:30am on Global Durham and can be viewed for free over the air without a cable subscription in the Durham Region on channel 12.

The program is also available in over 2.7 million households throughout Canada via Rogers cable channel 129 and Bell Fibe

The show which is on its 4th season is sponsored by Ritz Caribbean Foods and is the only reggae music video charts in the country and one of the few Reggae Music Video Chart TV shows around the world.

Lucci Gabana, the hip hop artist has collaborated with reggae artists such as Gyptian, Capleton, Jermaine Michaels, Vybz Kartel, Louie Rankin and more...

His music has made charts around the world including Top 10 in the UK, Top 20 in France, Top 20 in Italy, Top 30 on the New York Reggae Charts, Top 15 in Jamaica and Top 200 digital charts in the USA. You can follow @Lucci_Gabana on all social media platforms, watch his music videos on you tube, listen to his music online and watch him host the “Top Ten Reggae Countdown on your TV every week.

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Liesure & Lifestyle The Son Rises in Toronto - Richard Pryor Jr - son of the legendary comedian - brings his intimate cabaret show to the city June 30.

"I'm very excited to be coming to Toronto to perform for the first time in Canada," says Pryor, "I've never had the opportunity to do my show in front of a Canadian audience before. It's going to be a fabulous show!" He adds that he is looking forward to be coming in time to enjoy Toronto's PRIDE parade.

Pryor expects to join the city's LGBTQ community in celebration in advance of his first ever Canadian performance, June 30th at Toronto's MOD CLUB THEATRE. Pryor works within the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) community using his voice as an African American gay man.

In 2015, Richard was selected as the My True Colors Festival (MTCF) celebrity ambassador.

Son of the late comic genius, Richard Pryor Jr. got his start in show business introducing his dad's comedy shows. Pryor

relaunched his career in 2006 in New York City as a tribute to his late father .

A talented singer and actor, Pryor Jr. has performed with gospel groups throughout the Midwest and recently finished up several film projects, in addition to portraying his father in American Gangster. He has performed around the world at famous venues and cabarets, and will soon release a book and movie about his life as the son of the comedic icon Richard Pryor

showcasing some of the cities' finest musicians. This is going to be one FABULUS night, that's for sure!"

His first ever Canadian show takes place June 30th. Presented by Toronto's own Herbie FABULUS, a rising reggae artist who will be opening for Pryor, this one night only event is sure to thrill Canadian audiences.

"When I heard that Richard had never performed in Canada before, I thought our celebration of Canada's 150th birthday would be the perfect time for him to bring his show here. I'm very happy that I was able to make this happen! Richard takes the stage as the special featured performer in the early part of the evening, followed by a second Herbie FABULUS and Friends concert at the same venue,

"In his always sold out show, "Life, Love, and a Little Laughter," Richard brings heartfelt moments, and stories combined with great music and comedy.

Who knows, he might even tell you the story about his re-enactment of the bed-shaking scene from the Exorcist. Richard will RAISE THE ROOF"

Pryor will be presenting the best of his critically acclaimed cabaret, "Life, Love, and a Little Laughter," (for which he was nominated for a MAC award for "Outstanding Performance In A Musical Comedy").

"The Son rises at night!...Between the songs, Pryor incorporated some priceless stories about his own colorful life...Pure camp fun...This may be a "one man show", but Richard Pryor Jr. has enough energy for ten men.

Now, THAT'S entertainment!"

Here you can view a teaser from his MAC nominated cabaret : https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=wkMsPKDFTZw Tickets are available at : http://www. nowtickets.ca/events/44988369/richardpryor-jr-son-of-the-legendary-comedian-inhis-first-ever-canadian-appearance

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Reggae Fusion Opens Second Location Featuring Red Snapper Sushi, Oxtail Poutine

In May 2015, Daniel Gunter and his family opened the first Reggae Fusion restaurant at 1107 Britannia Road East Mississauga road, serving mouth watering dishes like rasta pasta, reggae chicken, jerk chicken wings, jerk chicken pasta and vegetable rundown. They also serve Caribbean classics like Jerk Chicken, Oxtail, Stew Chicken, BBQ Chicken and curry chicken roti.

With steady success and an increasing demand for their “one of a kind” twist on Jamaican Canadian cuisine, Chef Daniel is ready to launch his newest location. For the grand opening only, Chef Daniel introduces an exciting new dish, Jerk rabbit, as part of his innovative “Nine Wishes Campaign,” which presents nine new dishes every Friday for nine weeks. Other menu items being unveiled over the campaign period include Red Snapper Sushi, Irie Pizza, Oxtail Poutine, Ackee Omelet, Reggae [seafood] Alfredo, and

Reggae Chicken (fried chicken stuffed with sweet peppers).

Drop by on Super Tuesdays and enjoy featured specials and discounted pricing on new dishes from the Nine Wishes Menu or enjoy signature dishes on Tasty Thursdays, with their one of a kind meals packed with jerk and curry. The new dishes represent the Asian, European and American fans and emerging artists inspired

by Reggae music.

With a menu that boasts daily breakfast specials like Callaloo and Saltfish for $5.99, lunch specials featuring a small jerk pork for $8.50 and delicious dinner specials like their large cow foot meal for $10.00, guests will be delighted to experience the great vibes and fabulous Jamaican cuisine found at an affordable price.

Daniel, head chef at Fusion Restaurant and Andrea Peart are excited to welcome hungry guests from all backgrounds for breakfast, lunch or dinner at their new location. Guests at the grand opening on March 28 (11:00am to 2:00pm) will get to experience five dishes from the Nine Wishes Menu.

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