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JELANI GRANT/TORONTO CARIBBEAN Based on the continuous flow of new talent highlighted each year of the Toronto Black Film Festival, the growth and development of the festival has become undeniable. Despite tackling difficult issues that are regularly discussed across every social network, such as rape, culture, the festival certainly offered films for everyone. No blanket statement can properly describe each film or day. Add in live performances by poets and musicians four of the six days, and if you didn’t take the time to find and watch a movie you might like, you’ve simply missed out.

This year’s opening of Toronto’s Black Film Festival assessed the trend of speaking on sexual assault with an illustration, directed by Nancy Buirski, called The Rape of Recy Taylor. The Canadian premiere presented to a full house at the

Isabel Bader Theatre is the documentarystyle film that tells the story of Taylor starting when she was twenty-four years old, abducted as she made her way home from church. She was raped and then left for dead by six armed white men in Jim Crow era Alabama. Taylor identified her attackers, despite the many threats of violence or death she received before and after she spoke about what happened to her. The NAACP sent their chief rape investigator, Rosa Parks, and what followed sparked a movement towards justice. Her story has significant similarities to the many women who have told their stories through #metoo.

During the opening, Colas spoke about her introduction to the film industry, initially trying as an actress in Haiti.

It wasn’t until after moving to Canada that she realized there were key differences that

made it difficult for her acting career to excel. “Unfortunately, I couldn’t find work as an actress. I discovered I was only a young immigrant black woman with an accent… so here I was a young black woman with an accent and no platform. This is when I felt disappointed, sad, hopeless, and frustrated.

With that frustration, I decided that Montreal deserved another festival.”

The Fabienne Colas Foundation was already established in Haiti, promoting and supporting diversity through cinema, and after it’s recreation, Colas created the Montreal-Haitian Film Festival. Since expanding into the Montreal International Black Film Festival it has become the largest black film fest in Canada.

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Simone Denny International Superstar Continues to Soar Toronto’s very own soulful and captivating singing sensation Simone Denny has seen a rewarding career in music marked by numerous awards and international success. However, she expressed that it was the music that found her.

Born and raised in Toronto to a family of mixed Caribbean heritage consisting of Guyanese, Trinidadian and Bajan culture, exposed her to a wide range of musical influences. Through a shared love of music with her parents, Simone grew up listening to a variety of genres. She would listen to “diametrical genres and styles” a fusion that she describes as “eclectic”. Among a mix of “Calypso, Classical, and Reggae meet Billie Holiday, Bryan Adams and Puccini is where you would find a young Simone”.

“Growing up in a Caribbean household was awesome,” she said in an interview with the Toronto Caribbean. “I had the best of everything in the sense that growing up in Toronto gave me the exposure to pop music and rock and different things here, but I got the best of Caribbean music as well. I had a rich musical upbringing and exposure and I believe it definitely influenced me in music just because I think it’s just such as important part of Caribbean culture.”

Though music was always an essential part of her life, it was not until around her late teens and early twenties that Simone made the decision to actively set out in her pursuit to become a singer. She expressed that in her formative years her interest was more geared towards a career in fashion designing or visual arts. It was while performing in talent shows at a young age, she discovered that a life of music was her calling. After continuously honing her craft by developing a following in local bands and as a studio session singer, she decided to audition and was accepted and enrolled in the music program at Humber College. This was cut short when another big opportunity to advance her talent presented itself. She went on to audition for a role in a Canadian production of “Mama, I Want to Sing!” where she was successful.

“Anybody that knows me knows that when I decide to do something I dive in completely and that’s what I do with music,” she said. “In this industry, it’s a constant hustle. You always have to be looking for something new or creating something and being innovative and just putting yourself out there.”

The onset of a climactic moment in Simone’s career kicked off in 1993 when she hooked up with DJ/producer Chris Sheppard and the group BKS. The rest was history. From this collaboration came numerous hits including the 1996 single “Astroplane,” which won both a Juno and a Much Music Award in the same year. This prompted a nonstop tour directly across Canada.

This was just the beginning, Sheppard and Simone teamed up again in 1997 to form the group Love Inc. Soon after their debut album went platinum.

The CD was a hit, with the popular single “Broken Bones,” claiming a top ten position on the Canadian pop charts and later placing #1 on the dance charts, and winning a Juno plus two Much Music Awards. Other hits such as a “You’re A Superstar,” and “Who Do You Love” brought Simone added awards and push started a successful tour for Love Inc. across Canada and Europe.

Simone’s career continued on an upward spiral. After the disbanding of Love Inc., Simone recorded “I Don’t Want You” for the duo Wildlife, that surged to the top of Billboard’s Hot Dance/Club Play Chart in October 2002, launching a major U.S. tour for Simone.

Since then, Simone’s resilience has also led her to internationally acclaimed status, fostering a successful solo career while travelling and performing in many places around the world, nabbing more awards and performing with international stars such as Patti Labelle and Jocelyn Brown.

“I’m the type of artist who likes to push the envelope,” she said. “Where you don’t see a lot of people of color you usually find me because I think it’s important to see representation not only in R&B and soul music but through other different genres of music.”

Simone also shared that as a Caribbean woman of color one of the major obstacles faced in the early stages of her career was the lack of support from some members of the black community.

“Being a woman of color in the industry has never really been an issue for me so to speak,” she expressed. If anything, the only challenge I’ve had would probably be from the black community in the sense that they could never understand the music I was doing until it hit and did well.”

She added that it was not until her nationwide and international success that she began to see a surge of support from her community.

“Being acknowledged and embraced by your community is beautiful and it’s a great feeling and at the end of the day my job is to make music so everyone can enjoy,” she said. “The biggest highlight of what I do is seeing how the music that I do impact all different kinds of people.”

Alongside breaking barriers in music, Simone has also been actively involved with a number of charity projects. She also devotes some of her time to modelling and being a body positive and confidence advocate encouraging young women “to embrace their beauty regardless of shape or size”.

Simone shares that a new dance music project is currently in the works “so the work doesn’t end here”. Her advice to young aspiring talents is, “don’t wait on the industry to hone your skills. Know who you are and what you want and when you get that award or recognition you’re going to say, ‘this is like icing on the cake, but I knew it all along’.”

An upcoming event on her agenda is the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper’s annual Business Social to be held on May 6, 2018, at the Pearson Convention Center where Simone is scheduled to make an appearance as a special Written by Kabrena Robinson guest speaker.

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Get in the game - A VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE ALYSSA MAHADEO alyssa@carib101.com

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Ever had an out of body experience? That’s what it feels like to be surrounded by the digitally designed world of Virtual Reality at Ctrl V North York on Chesswood Drive. Virtual Reality becomes a space where your body is neither here nor there, and the fine line between what is real, and what’s not blurs into one. You become immersed in a digital space that opens up and heightens your senses, allowing you the ability to escape the real world and enter a different dimension of your choosing.

Ctrl V opened its doors in June 2016 in Waterloo, making it the first VR Arcade in Canada. Since then, it has become the fastestgrowing VR arcade in North America, fostering strong connections with consumers and offer-

ing an otherworldly experience where visitors can have full control over the artificial world of a game. Ctrl V North York opened in January 2018 and became the first Ctrl V franchise in Toronto.

“I got into the world of VR while working on a project to stop cyberbullying” explains Ctrl V North York franchisee Gene Kayal. “I then explored other avenues where I could use virtual reality from an entertainment perspective and that’s how I came across Ctrl V.”

In the world of RPG, everything is designed to make the player feel as though they are living the experience. In Virtual Reality, they drop you right into the heart of the game.

This high-tech, enriched gaming experience allows for players to escape into an imaginary world with themselves as the main character.

“The VR experience is very immersive. When you are playing in virtual reality, it feels as though you’re inside the game,” Kayal shares. “It’s not like the regular gaming experience where you are sitting and playing as a spectator. In virtual reality, you actually go into the game; you’re part of it.”

Located at the corner of Chesswood Drive and Champagne Drive, Ctrl V North York

features 17 custom-built stations to immerse the gamer into the depths of the virtual world.

Each visitor enters their own 10’ x 10’ space, puts on a headset with built-in headphones, and choose from a wide selection of games that open new and exciting realities. You move around— known as teleporting—in the game by using a pair of hand controllers. These controllers are completely visible inside the headset and also used to engage the main game activities which could be shooting, cooking, or even playing fetch with a robotic dog!

There is a wide range of games from which to choose. You can challenge a friend to a duel; parachute behind enemy lines and track your mark as a sniper; hunt zombies in a postapocalyptic wasteland; train to become a space pirate; or fight the good fight in the wild west between Cowbots and Aliens. It’s easy to change games and a Ctrl V North York staff member is always nearby make sure you enjoy the experience to its full potential.

“The VR arcade presents fun for the whole family,” Kayal says. “Families are able to come out and play games together. Another popular use is to host birthday parties. Either way, the kids always leave raving about all of the fun they had.” Although only one person can play in

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Once only a figment of our imagination—the concept of VR goes back to the 1930’s—Ctrl V North York makes an evolving entertainment technology easy-to-use and something that can be enjoyed by everyone.

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Get away & play! Sports travel experts announce Caribbean Cup Tennis Series ALYSSA MAHADEO alyssa@carib101.com

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Sports and charity go hand in hand, a testament to the athletes that dedicate their hard work and efforts in more ways than one, playing hard, and giving back.

Down in the islands, sports are a highly regarded profession, strength and power proceeds many reputations, and also the dedication to generously contributing back to the land where they were born and raised.

Karl Hale, current director for the Rogers Cup, is a well-known name in the tennis big leagues, playing the Davis Cup for Jamaica for ten years. He serves on the board for the PTR one of the largest tennis coaching organization worldwide, the TPA, Canada’s tennis coaching organization and is the Director of Racquet Sports at the prestigious Donalda Club in Toronto. Born in Jamaica, Karl is a family man, partaking in many philanthropic activities to aid the Jamaican community. He is committed to giving back to his country, teaming up with other like-minded individuals to rally together and fundraise for causes that will change the futures for many living in poverty in the Caribbean.

This year Karl has teamed up with the Merchant of Tennis to launch the Caribbean Cup Tennis Series (CCTS) an exciting, and much-anticipated event comprised of six masters tournaments in Anguilla, Antigua, Barbados, Cayman, Jamaica, St. Vincent and the Year End Championships in Curacao.

The launch was held on the evening of February 8th in Leaside, with over 100 people in attendance, and raised over $10,000 for the Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation (HHJF) towards building another school in Port Antonio.

Founded by Karl, HHJF was created with the intention of increasing accessibility to local grade schools regardless of where kids in Jamaica live, building upon the next generation of educated and contributing citizens.

Since being established, more than 4,000 Jamaican children have been provided schools, creating an impressive education system through investments in infrastructure and resource materials. Each school costs approximately 60-70k to build and requires as many as fifty volunteers living inside and out of Jamaica to come together and help complete a build.

A few celebrities were in attendance at the CCTS launch, including former world Kickboxing Champion Joe Valtellini, former squash world #1 and world champion Jonathon

Power and Dwight Drummond from CBC. The Honorable Fitzroy Huggins consul general of the St. Vincent and Grenadines made a speech welcoming the newest event in the series.

The events will feature junior and adult events with players from Canada and around the world along with exhibitions that have in the past few years featured former world #1 Jim Courier, Wimbledon Champion Marion Bartoli and many others.

“Our calendar has yielded strong results for the series over the past three years, attracting record audiences and leading to more exposure and added events.” Karl Hale, CCTS President says. “We’re pleased to share the 2018 calendar as we look to continue the sustainable growth that has underpinned the Series over the past three years.”

The Caribbean Cup Tennis Series tournament schedule will feature 6 masters tournaments, 14 series tournaments, in 7 countries, with 1,500 athletes, and one Year End Championship throughout the Caribbean (Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Curacao, Jamaica, and St. Vincent and Grenadines).

The 2018 calendar offers a continuation of the existing tournament structure and schedule that, since 2015, has so successfully served as a global platform for the Caribbean’s greatest junior and professional tennis players, leading to record growth for the series, tournaments, and players over the past three years.

The announcement of the 2018 calendar comes on the back of a record-breaking year for the CCTS in 2017. More than 5 million U.S. economic impact, improved facilities, over 1,000 participants, world-class ATP pro’s visiting the Caribbean and over 5 million engagement in media and charitable efforts that include supporting school build in Anguilla.

The tournaments within the CCTS series concentrate on the: Local Youth Development, Caribbean Travel, and Charity with each tournament offering participants a chance to challenge top-ranked players from around the globe. A portion of the proceeds raised at each event will be donated to a local charity, whose mission involves promoting the growth of education and development within the Caribbean.

The CCTS features ITF Sanctioned tournaments for both junior and adult players.

Each 2018 event will include a pro exhibition match, with past players such as Jim Courier (former #1) and Marion Bartoli (Wimbledon Champion), as well as clinics taught by current pro players and tier-one coaches.

All proceeds from the tournament will go to various local charities including the Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation. The tournament promises to deliver a world-class event, drawing people from all over the world. More information on the upcoming CCTS can be found at www.caribbeancuptennis.com.

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3rd annual looking back into the Future Conference JELANI GRANT

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Channon Oyeniran held her 3rd Annual Looking Back Into The Future Conference over the past weekend. The conference, held at the Ajax Community Centre, was an opportunity for the entire family to meet black people who significantly impacted the way black people live in Canada today.

It was an afternoon of inspiring speeches from black people who made history, entertainment, refreshments and a great marketplace that included a 50/50 draw and a variety of products and businesses. Beginning the conference, the Afro-Caribbean dance group Harambe Dance performed. Later in the afternoon, young dancers from AFIWI Groove School also performed.

Speakers for the afternoon included the Honourable Jean Augustine, former Cabinet Minister Zanana Akande and Canadian Boxing Hall of Famer Spider Jones. Each speaker was chosen because of their tremendous story, which inspires youth to achieve their dreams.

“Those who have made great contributions to the black community, we should celebrate while they’re still around. Really hear from

them and hear their story,” Oyeniran said.

Oyeniran said she feels the excitement towards Black History Month grows stronger each year. “I work with an Historica Canada program that requests speakers to come in and during Black History Month is our busiest time. We have so many teachers and organizers requesting people to come in and share their stories with students,” she said. Her hope is that black history will become a more common topic of discussion year-round, possibly by implementing black history into school curriculums of Canadian history. “Not just an option that can be chosen during [February] but something that they can teach throughout the year because black history is Canadian history,” she said.

Akande made history as the first black woman elected to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1990 to 1994 and became the first black woman to serve as a cabinet minister in Canada. During her run, she presided over an increase in welfare benefits to Ontarians at the lowest income level, raised the social assistance rate from 5% to 7% and increased the shelter allowance from 5% to 10%. She also co-founded Tiger Lily, a newspaper for visible minority women and though she is currently retired, she still serves as a volunteer on local boards and committees of the YWCA and Centennial College.

Another speaker for the afternoon was former three-time Golden Glove Champion Spider Jones. Those championships earned him a spot in the Canadian Boxing Hall of Fame, but he is also well known for being a

sports journalist. Over the past twenty years, Spider has interviewed such notables as Muhammad Ali, Mark Wahlberg, Jesse Jackson, LL Cool J, Doug Gilmour, Cito Gaston, Oscar De La Hoya, Roy Jones, James Brown, Guy Lafleur, Carlos Delgado, and Jim Brown.

Jean Augustine’s well-known reputation of supporting black people and celebrating black history is a reason Oyeniran said Augustine inspires her. “I respect all that she accomplished, getting Black History Month recognized by our government”, she said. Augustine is the first black woman to be elected to the House of Commons and was re-elected in 1997, 2000, 2002 and 2004. Though black history in Canada is recorded as being celebrated as early as the 1950s in cities such as Halifax and Toronto, Augustine contributed to making Black History Month a recognized holiday across the country. In 1993, after the Ontario Black History Society successfully petitioned Ontario to declare a province-wide celebration, they asked Augustine to support a nation-wide movement. She put a motion before Parliament and by December 1995, February was proclaimed Black History Month in Canada. Augustine was also appointed Secretary of State in May 2002, making her the first black woman to achieve a post in Cabinet.

The intention of the conference is always to recognize and honor people who made history in the past or who are creating a legacy now. The three speakers, performers, and vendors all serve as examples for youth to fully step into their truths and eventually give back to the community.

Experience art like never before GLORIA NAMUGENYI gloria@carib101.com

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If you are a creative individual who has ever dreamed of touring a few African countries to learn about African art and indulge in the culture that the African continent has to offer, then you’re in luck!

ArtNoise is calling upon independent creators of Africa/Black and those of non-African descent as well as anyone with interest in African arts and culture to participate in a three-month work-study program-taking place in three different African countries.

ArtNoise “is a platform whose sole purpose is to promote the creation, enjoyment, sales, and appreciation of visual creations by independent African creatives through events, sales and merchandising opportunities.”

The residency is expected to take place in Kenya, Tunisia, Mauritius, and Lagos, which is where the final exhibition is expected to be.

The areas of study for the program will include animation, art education, community, crafts & trades, design, drawing, fine art, glass, media arts, painting, sculpture, and visual arts.

Candidates for the program will be selected based on their artistic ambition, innovation, social impact, and uniqueness. Those selected will get a chance to explore African arts and cultures through relationships with contemporary African artists and traditional artisans as well as their personal work.

Candidates will have a chance to present and showcase all their work in a public exhibition space. Candidates will also get a chance to be featured in the end of year ArtNoise magazine by writing a short presentation about their experience.

The aim of the residency is to benefit students through education and valuable work experiences and networking with other artists.

Those selected for the work-study will receive an allowance of up to $2, 000 for their projects, travel allowance, insurance, safety and insurance workspace and residential accommodation in the communities.

Applications for the 2018 work-study are now open and will close on May 11th Applicants must also be between the ages of 1835 and able to speak English, French, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese or German.

The selection process is expected to take place mid-May, followed by interviews that will take place in Capetown, South Africa or via online video interview. The 2018 workstudy is expected to begin on June 1st.

Those eligible for this year’s ArtNoise residency are visual artists, designers, art writers, cultural students, applied artists of African/ black descent or of nonblack descent who are interested in African/black arts and cultures.

Applicants are required to pay a $30$50 non-refundable fee that will cover application processing, cost of art materials and equipment as well as travel fee to the country of the meeting.

ArtNoise celebrates Africa’s multiculturalism and diversity by bringing consumers of art a mix of ancient and contemporary arts, culture, food and style from the most creative minds across the North, West, East, Southern and central Africa.

The ArtNoise mission is to make it easy for people to discover, collect and integrate creative visuals into their everyday space and lifestyle.

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Classical musicians making Black History JELANI GRANT

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With help from TD Canada Trust and Joy Bullen, classical music performances were presented in celebration of Black History Month.

On the second weekend of February, Andrew Forde’s Ideas of North and Father & Son Dueling Pianos by Eddie and Quincy Bullen were presented.

The father and son duo held two benefit concerts at Daniel Spectrum as a fundraising tour to help secure the Jean Augustine Chair at the York University Faculty of Education.

The show also toured in Halifax and Montreal.

“This was Eddie showing how he passed his best on to his son. This is an immigrant father who himself was taught and pushed by his father in [Grenada],” she said.

Eddie’s father was a jazz musician who played along with the grandfathers of music icons such as Glen Louis. Eddie said he felt his musical roots were too rewarding to not pass down to his son. “The legacy that my dad built, I didn’t want to lose it,” he said. Eddie spoke about the dozens of musicians who would come to his studio while his son was young and how

Quincy couldn’t help but pick up on lingo and techniques, being engulfed in the environment.

“I’m a piano tuner as well because that’s what you have to do. You come from school and you have to tune them…I’m fourteen and I’m repairing pianos. Its life, you know nothing else so you do it.”

Eddie exposed his son to a similar musical background in hopes of seeing him flourish as an artist. Based on the success of their Dueling Pianos tour, it is clear their performances are worthy of praise. “There were a large number of people in the audience who had not seen that performance before and they were totally blown away…the response is always people are awed first by the talent of these two,” she said. Duelling pianos is an historical tradition occurring when two players take turns performing songs requested by the audience, competing to see who could play better and faster.

Forde’s Ideas Of North show was the first of its kind, offering Forde’s violinist talent with the help of his bandmates, Alexie Orifer playing the guitar, Anthony Daniel on drums, Nathanial James and Chris Brudden both on piano. His show included a variety of tempos from the band as well as solo appearances from other musicians. Seventeen-year-old pianist William Weathers performed a solo piece as well as a duet with Forde. Close to the end of the night, Forde asked the crowd if they have insecurities before encouraging the main band to get on their microphone to share an insecurity they have. Overall, each performance de-

livered a distinct sound and tempo, highlighting each band member seamlessly.

Andrew confessed to the crowd that he was initially feeling insecure about people showing up, especially with the 9cm of snow on the ground that night. Despite the difficult weather, seats were filled. “We had a couple hundred people who had tickets who didn’t come…there were a lot of people there but when I looked at the numbers there were a lot of people who had tickets but didn’t come”

Forde is an award-winning violinist and acclaimed composer, who performed with big names like Shad, Mary J Blige, Justin Bieber, and Kardinal Offishall. Though he is a reputable musician, having won the Best Performance in Violin from the Canadian Royal Conservatory of Music, Joy’s support of his work was a direct impact of Ideas Of North becoming a reality.

Joy worked with TD for years before she started to work with charities on fundraising. After a while of supporting organizations like the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and Sharon Temple, she was asked to promote and help fundraise Eddie’s legacy piece made for him and his son. Three years ago she confirmed TD as a sponsor at the request that instead of one show, the father-son duo toured in four cities. Joy said she was inspired to support the Dueling Pianos show because she felt society needed to adjust its view of the black family while also making black history. “We need to keep the conversation about black achievement happening throughout the year,” she said.

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For generations, Canada has been known as the land of opportunity. Individuals have immigrated from all over the world to share their various heritages and backgrounds to make up the diverse Canadian culture that we know today. These people have worked to accomplish so much and have contributed to our countries strong foundation building on an inclusive country where everyone is welcome.

The Government of Canada is committed to continue building on this promise actively seeking to recognize the contributions of all and create better opportunities for more Canadians, and the next generation of trailblazers.

On January 30th the Prime Minister announced that the Government of Canada will officially recognize the UN International Decade for People of African Descent. This Decade, which spans from 2015 to 2024, is an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the important contributions people of African descent have made to Canadian society. In addition, it outlines the framework for recognition, justice, and development to fight racism, discrimination, and the ongoing inequalities that Canadians of African descent face.

Around 200 million people in the population of the Americas identify as being of African descent, and millions more live in various parts of the world, outside of the African continent.

The International Decade for People of African Descent, proclaimed by the UN General Assembly resolution 68/237, began in 2015 and will be observed until 2024. The theme for the International Decade is “People of African descent: recognition, justice, and development.”

According to the UN, actions are being implemented on a legislative and international level by countries around the world.

Action plans are already being put into place and executed by many countries across the world. New policies and measures are designed to strengthen mutual respect among different ethnicities in the countries. There are plans against discrimination and plans specifically aimed at the promotion of the rights of people of African descent. The expectation is that these measures will serve as inspiration for other countries to effectively implement national and international legal frameworks, policies and programs to combat racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance faced by people of African descent.

A full list of actions taken listed by country can be found on the United Nations official website.

In joining this movement and committing to a better future for black Canadians, The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada shares, “Today is an important day for Canada.

Our commitment to the International Decade will help us better address the very real and unique challenges that black Canadians face, and bring us closer to a more just and inclusive country.”

The black community in Canada has been very vocal in the concerns they have about the issues affecting black Canadians. Citizens and organizations like the Federation of Black Canadians have shared that we as a collective nation need to do more to work with and support Canadians of African descent.

Black leaders in the Government and members of caucus are responsible for bringing these concerns to the attention of the Prime Minister. Together, Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Greg Fergus, Frank Baylis, Ahmed Hussen, Gary Anandasangaree, Emmanuel Dubourg, Marc Miller, Kamal Khera, Sen. Wanda Bernard Thomas, Adam Vaughan and many other esteemed leaders in the black community voiced these concerns as heard directly from their stakeholders and constituents.

“Our Prime Minister, the Hon. Justin Trudeau is the first Canadian Prime Minister to use phrases like systemic racism and anti-black racism,” shared Ahmed Hussen Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship for the Government of Canada at the Black History Month reception in Ottawa/Gatineau.

“We have taken two years to recognize The UN International Decade for People of African Descent, because we took the time to ensure that we were in the position, to make sure that we engaged black leaders from across the country, so that by the time we were ready that we would be in a position to take action and deliver on those commitments.”

Men and women of African descent have spent years feeling like underappreciated and underprivileged minorities outside of their homelands. Growing up they have often felt they need to work harder than the majority to achieve what they wanted in life because of the color of their skin. This has contributed to many stereotypes, mental health issues, an overrepresentation in the correctional systems and poses a great concern for upcoming generations of black Canadians who feel restricted by these barriers.

In recognizing the International Decade, the Government of Canada commits to a better future for black Canadians. This means learning more about the issues that affect black Canadians, including improving research and data collection, so we can better understand the particular challenges they face.

In the past two years, the Government of Canada has worked diligently to fight inequality and improve the lives of all Canadians, including those of African descent. They have offered assistance to parents to aid with the high cost of raising kids through the Canada Child Benefit and expanded the Canada Pension Plan so more people can retire with security and dignity.

In addition, the Government have given special attention to investments in student grant programs, mental health initiatives, and affordable child care, as well as proposing a National Housing Strategy that will help to solve housing security for many vulnerable Canadians.

The objectives of the International Decade include promoting respect, protection of the human rights and fundamental freedoms of people of African descent, as well as encouraging a greater knowledge of and respect for the diverse heritage, culture, and contributions of these communities to society around the world. The Government of Canada will continue to build on these efforts and create a country where more Canadians have a real and fair chance at success.

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While Canadians have had the constitutional right to use medicinal marijuana since 2000, the use and acceptance of recreational marijuana is still very much a grey area, as exemplified by the recent raids on marijuana dispensaries across the country.

To work through some of the questions and challenges that are arising with recreational marijuana’s legalization, focusing on what the new legislation means for the African-Canadian community, the National Association of Cannabis Professionals (NACP) will be hosting a free educational symposium. Designed to be a crash course on cannabis “through an African-Canadian lens”, the event aims to educate attendees on everything from cannabis plant science to becoming a cannabis patient, to legalization and the black community.

According to the NACP, African-Canadians have largely been ignored and excluded when it comes to getting involved in the cannabis industry. Of course, there’s also the issue of what becomes of those in the African-Canadian community that have been convicted of a cannabis-related offense, a group that the NACP says has “dispro-

portionately suffered” under the previous cannabis legislation. NACP president Carolyn Tinglin would like to see that change even before the new legislation is set to roll out. “Our organization is hoping there are more steps taken towards inclusion,” Tinglin says. “Reaching out and collaborating with organizations within the black community.” She also cites the lack of interaction during Black History Month from major industry players as an example of the lack of inclusivity in the industry. “This is problematic. We need to be seen, we need to be included, we need to have more active, purposeful and engaging conversation.”

With this symposium, the NACP is aiming to provide attendees with valuable information on how cannabis can be a tool of empowerment within the black community. “By virtue of the decriminalization aspect and the talk of reparations, as well as the importance of business opportunities, job creation...the cannabis industry most definitely can be a tool—not the tool—but absolutely can be a tool in uplifting individuals in the community.” The emphasis of the symposium is on breaking down the barriers that currently exist for African-Canadians who have an interest in getting involved in the cannabis industry, as there is currently a large lack of representation in positions of power. “A lot of information that has been not within our circle, in our community, will be shared. We have experts in the field, in the black community, who have ventured into the cannabis industry, and their knowledge is extremely valuable,” Tinglin says.

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Continued From Page 1 -- The Fabienne Colas Foundation was already established in Haiti, promoting and supporting diversity through cinema, and after it’s recreation, Colas created the Montreal-Haitian Film Festival. Since expanding into the Montreal International Black Film Festival it has become the largest black film fest in Canada.

The TBFF Black Market returned at both the Carlton Cinema and with workshops from established filmmakers from Canada and abroad who spoke on their experience with filmmaking from creation, to distribution. Names at the Meet the Filmmakers workshop included Aaron Greer, Peter Wangugi Gitau, and Jennia Fredique Aponte. One workshop was called Movie-Talk with Lamman Rucker, Morgan Auld & Aaron Greer + Film: Service to Man involved a screening of the film followed by a Q&A. Rucker spoke on his experience filming saying, “What really spoke to me was the young people. The youthful spirit of these people trying to find themselves.”

Another workshop, Tribute with Robi Reed, focused on an aspect of background work through the lens of two experienced producers.

Producer Diane L. Johnstone and Reed, the first African-American to win an Emmy for casting, spoke in depth about the process of successful casting at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Day four of the festival ended at the Kiza Lounge for an After Party. The Meet the Producers workshop was held on Feb 18th, at the Carlton Cinema. On the lineup for discussion were producers from Canada and overseas, with Randy Thomas as moderator.

For the first time, a Kids Film Festival was held, in collaboration with TD Bank and

Global News. This portion of the festival was located at Carlton Cinemas on Family Day, demonstrating examples of kids in films to encourage youth to pursue any cinema dreams they have. A sell-out film during both of its screenings, Bilal, A New Breed Of Hero is an animated tale based 1,000 years ago when a boy with a dream of becoming a great warrior is abducted with his sister and taken to a land far away from home. “It’s important for those children to have role models on screen and see themselves on screen,” Colas said.

Canadian award-nominated actresses Allison Austin and Ava Augustin, are two sisters that have been attending TBFF since year one and were selected to be the TBFF Kids Film Festival Ambassadors.

Boost was another feature film based in Montreal that movie columnist Eric Cohen recommended last year calling it a film with “local talent, done really well”. Written and directed by Darren Curtis, the film focuses on two teenage best friends who become entangled with the mob after a car they stole is involved in a fatal accident. The teen-thriller had its Ontario premiere on day two of the festival.

The closing screening for the festival was a narrative feature film directed by Mandla Dube and filmed in South Africa. It is a true story about a nineteen-year-old hawker, Solomon Mahlangu from the streets of Mamelodi a ghetto township outside Pretoria in South Africa.

Following the 1976 Soweto uprisings and being brutally beaten by police, Kalushi goes into exile to join the liberation movement. He returns from military training in Angola en route to their mission, his friend and comrade, Mondy, loses control and shoots two innocent people on Goch Street in Johannesburg.

Due to its distinct and challenging content, Toronto’s Black Film Festival continues to grow, standing as a testament to the talent diversity can produce. The Fabienne Colas Foundation has already created Haiti en Folie in Montreal, Halifax Black Film Festival, Fade to Black Festival, Dansomania, and the Quebecois Film Festival in Haiti. Fans can only wait to see where Colas will expand to next.

Wednesday, February 21, 2018 | www.torontocaribbean.com | Toronto Caribbean

Cabinet approves new command structure for police

GUYANA -- Two years after the announcement by the government to implement a regional commander system to foster effective management of the country’s geographical location, the proposal has been approved.

On the sidelines of the opening of the Police Officers’ Conference on Thursday, Minister of Public security, Khemraj Ramjattan told the Guyana Chronicle that the National Security Committee and subsequently Cabinet have both approved the initiative.

The system, however, will not be rolled out just yet as there are several logistics which are expected to be put in place, according to the Minister of Public Security. He pointed to the physical infrastructure for the functioning of the divisions and the establishment of headquarters for the respective divisions which will soon be brought on stream.

With the system from divisional to regional commanders, the police force is likely to see some major transformations as it relates to the establishment of commanders. The move is also expected to see some regions being headed by superintendents also. “The process is presently going on to ensure that all police divisions accord with the regional divisions so we are going to have one to ten divisions; that means places like what is currently known as ‘F’ Division would see Regions 7, 8, 9 etc, having their own commanders,” Ramjattan told the Guyana Chronicle.

The systems will also provide for better supervision of ranks and also for the administrative heads of the regions at the police level, having a better grasp of what is taking place under their noses as against what presently exists where some commanders are centrally located but find it hard to get to the remote locations of their divisions due to terrain.

It is unclear if with the new struc-

ture, the Guyana Police Force will again seek to increase its strength to ensure there is enough human resources to staff the various regional divisions, as some ranks are expected to be pulled and transferred to other locations. “The mapping of boundaries in each of the administrative divisions will also have to be checked out; they have their townships already, so we will have a division for Region 9— Lethem–and that will be in Lethem. Bartica will have its headquarters and division too, so that is what we are trying to do” Ramjattan explained. The Regional Commanders system was first proposed in 2016, several months after President David Granger took office.

Speaking at the opening of the Guyana Police Force Officers’ conference last week, President Granger underscored that human safety is necessary to ensure the country’s stability. “Our country must be secured against trafficking in drugs, guns, and people. Public security will signal to investors that this country is a safe destination for their investments,” the President said. Noting that change must take place at the level of the country itself, President Granger said government cannot continue to ignore the Constitutional reality that the Government governs 10 administrative regions – not districts or divisions.

“There is only one Government.

That Government’s policy is executed through its 10 regions. Each region will be administered by a capital town. Each region must provide its citizens with public services, including public security. Each region must have its own police division that is coterminous with the administrative region. Security sector reform will reconfigure the police divisions, increasing them to 10 so as to correspond with Guyana’s administrative system,” the President said.

- Guyana Chronicle

Boy, 15, committed for murder of top cop’s brother

GUYANA -- The Preliminary Inquiry (PI) into the death of Hymant Persaud, brother of Commissioner of Police, Seelall Persaud came to an end on Monday with the committal of a 15-year-old boy to the High Court for the capital offence of murder.

The teen was committed by Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore who ruled that a sufficient case was made out against the teen for him to stand trial at the High Court before a judge and jury.

The charge alleged that the teen on February 19, 2017 at Stabroek Market Square, killed 51 year-old Persaud.

Reports indicate that Hymant Persaud was on a ‘drinking spree’ in the

vicinity of the market when he was joined by a female, after which he was reportedly lured to a washroom in the area.

The 51-year-old was reportedly attacked by two men and stabbed with a knife by one of the perpetrators. The robbers relieved him of his money and other valuables before making their escape. Persaud was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The 15-year-old was positively identified by a witness during an identification parade held by the police.

- Guyana Chronicle

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Nafeesa terminated as PM’s adviser

TRINIDAD -- Attorney Nafeesa Mohammed’s short term contract with the Prime Minister’s Office was terminated Monday.

This was confirmed by Mohammed, who said a letter to that effect was received. She had been employed on contract as a legal adviser with the Prime Minister since last December, she added. She was a former deputy leader of the ruling PNM in previous years.

Mohammed is the aunt of Tariq Mohammed, one of the 15 people who were detained last week for questioning concerning a plot to disrupt Carnival. He was the first to be released after six days.

He had gone with police voluntarily when they went to his San Juan home early on February 8. However, social media carried various reports recently that Nafeesa Mohammed had posted a Facebook statement which spoke to a “cabal” and some people being anti-Muslim, but didn’t qualify who.

Monday, post-termination, Mo-

TRINIDAD -- Ken Julien and five former board members of the Evolving Technologies and Enterprise Development Company (eTeck) have lost their final bid to have the company’s US$5 million lawsuit against them, over a failed deal from 2005, struck out.

Five British Law Lords of the Privy Council Monday delivered a 19page judgment in which they agreed with the local High Court and Court of Appeal that the special purpose company’s claim should not be dismissed based on the fact that it was filed well outside the four-year limitation for lawsuits.

The decision on the appeal clears the way for the company to resume its lawsuit against the former directors for breach

hammed said: “Life goes on. I’m ready to pick up the pieces and move on.”

Mohammed who had witnessed the police exercise of February 8 when her nephew was sought, added, “However, T&T is a very unique and diverse society and the challenge for any party in government is to manage the diversity.

“This is a time when we want to see the peace and prosperity of this nation restored and we need to come together as a country and a people - and clearly the Muslim community here in T&T needs to be better understood, particularly regarding the training the law enforcement agencies are exposed to.

“Some attention needs to be focused on the type of training in terms of their understanding of the different sectors of Islam that exist here so they can better inform their superiors and get more accurate information when they have to take action on any matters.”

Mohammed added, “If at any time we have information that anything untoward is going on, a mechanism needs to be in place for sharing of this information. We’re very committed to working with all security agencies who have their work to do and we’ll co-operate to the best of our ability, but the way this (recent exercise) unfolded left a lot to be desired>”

Mohammed said she continues to be PNM, but said the current issues have to take their course.

“Considerable damage has been done to my community, especially my family. We’re a peaceful law-abiding family who have been toiling over the years towards building a better nation of T&T and we will continue to do so,” she said.

“Our parents have left us a legacy of service to community and we operate on those principles. Certainly in my case, I’ll continue to do my part in terms of my residing here in the community and work-

ing together with all towards restoring the fabric of our society.”

Asked about the Prime Minister’s recent statements about an ISIS cell in T&T, Mohammed said, “We have no cell here, the only cell is what I’m speaking on (phone), but I see there’ve been retractions on this (from the Attorney General).

“Muslims in T&T don’t subscribe or support what ISIS is reported to be involved in and if we have information we’ll certainly make it known. We don’t want that kind of ideology and influence in T&T.”

She added: “There’s a distinction between jihadists who follow a radical line and those traditional Muslims who are peace-loving. And the majority of Muslims in T&T are moderate, peace-loving people.

It’s always been so.”

- Trinidad Guardian

Ken Julien loses eTeck appeal of fiduciary duty.

It also sets a legal precedent which empowers State-owned companies to take action against their former management after irregularities are discovered after a change in Government.

Julien and former directors Dr Rene Monteil, Brian Copeland, Ulric Mc Nicols, Eugene Tiah and Sonia Noel were relying on Limitation of Certain Actions Act, which prevents persons from being the subject of stale and dated claims.

The company claimed that it was entitled to rely on a segment of the legislation which allows for an extension of the limit in circumstances where the alleged breaches were not easy to discover while the board was still in control of the com-

pany.

The directors had claimed that the lawsuit could have been brought during the time limit as the Minister of Finance is the main shareholder in the company and the controversial contract received Cabinet approval.

Both High Court judge Devindra Rampersad and the Court of Appeal had upheld the company’s claim and gave it the green light to pursue the lawsuit before the directors lodged a final appeal.

In their judgment, Lords Kerr, Reed, Hughes, Lloyd-Jones and Briggs agreed with the local courts as they could find no fault in their reasoning.

In its lawsuit, filed in 2011, eTecK is claiming that Julien and the board mem-

bers failed to do proper due diligence when it signed a deal with Bamboo Networks Ltd, a Chinese information technology (IT) company based in the Cayman Islands.

The venture was an attempt at diversification by the previous PNM regime, but it almost immediately failed as the company failed to deliver on its contractual obligations.

Julien and the directors were represented by Peter Knox, QC, and John Jeremie, SC, while James Guthrie, QC, represented eTecK. - Trinidad Guardian

Cops absent for Carnival can be jailed

TRINIDAD -- While the Police Service is assuring that it is actively probing the circumstances in which 808 police officers either called in sick or were absent from duty during the Carnival weekend, the Police Service Social and Welfare Association has said that apart from disciplinary charges there can also also criminal consequences.

Minister of National Security Edmund Dillon, who spoke in Parliament last Friday, said the majority of officers who failed to report for duty were Special Reserve Police officers, some of whom were not released by other Government agencies which utilise their

services as the necessary administrative work was not done.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Deodat Dulalchan, at last Thursday’s police press briefing, reported that 16 per cent of officers failed to report for duty during this Carnival.

Of the 5000 Carnival strength there was an absence of 808 officers.

Last year, there was a 20 per cent absenteeism rate.

Dulalchan said disciplinary action could normally result in a pay cut of a minimum fine.

But the association’s president Michael Seales said Monday that apart

from disciplinary action there were criminal charges which could also be instituted.

Seales said the Special Reserve Police Act specially stated that any member which neglected duty when called out by the commissioner could be fined $300 or be jailed for one month if taken before a magistrate.

“The association is telling persons that is the dilemma the commissioner finds himself in for persons who fail to release persons for those duties,” Seales said.

Insisting that there must be a change in the rostering system Seales

recommended that officers who wanted to play J’Ouvert, for instance, could be permitted to do so but must work Carnival Monday and Tuesday.

Regarding the management of the Police Service, Seales urged for partnership with the association to ensure such absenteeism was not repeated.

He reiterated that there be better remuneration packages for SRPs who worked consecutive long hours during Carnival. He said the average pay of $600 after tax for four days was not good enough.

- Trinidad Guardian

Cops to review video footage to detect law breakers

TRINIDAD -- Port-of-Spain Division Snr Supt Floris Hodge-Griffith says the events surrounding Monday’s protests in East Port-of-Spain were recorded and charges will be laid against any individual who breached the law.

In a release after the first protest Monday morning, Griffith assured that normalcy had been fully restored to East Port-of-Spain and that the situation had been brought under complete control.

The release said the police and army personnel went into action from 6 am in East Port of Spain to quell disturbances among residents and remove debris that had been strewn across several streets following a police involved shooting around 3.45 am.

“Members of the Inter-Agency Task Force attempted to execute a search warrant for firearms and ammunition on premises located at Calvary Hill, when

they were fired upon by the occupant of the house. There was a return of gunfire and the suspect was struck.”

The assailant was identified as James, who was taken to the Port-ofSpain General Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 4.20 am.

A Glock 45 pistol and seven rounds of ammunition were recovered at the scene, the release said.

The joint contingent, using heavy equipment, had to clear several streets of debris including Observatory, Bath, Oxford, Quarry, Basilon, Charlotte and Piccadilly.

“There remains a police-army presence in these areas. The police have also increased patrols along the Lady Young Road, Morvant and the Beetham Highway,” the release said.

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Stakeholders to discuss way forward after alleged threatening voice note

JAMAICA -- Education Ministry officials and school administrators, inclusive of the Wolmer’s Boys School board chairman, are set to meet today to discuss the way forward after an alleged threatening voice note was sent to a teacher by a 17-year-old student of the institution.

The Education Ministry, through a press release, indicated that it will be assisting the police today with a psychological assessment of the student that is alleged to have made threats of violence and murder in the voice note.

Monday, on arrival at the institution, the student and his parents were taken in for questioning by detectives from the Counter-Terrorism and Organized Crime (C-TOC) investigation branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, led by Assistant Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey.

In the more than 10-minute-long voice note, which comes on the heels of last week’s mass killing at a Florida school, the student expressed his frustration with his peers who did not answer their phones when he called after they had vowed to always be there for him.

In the voice note, he is heard explaining how he would carry out acts of violence, stating that he was aware he might be arrested, and likened his actions to a social experiment.

He also complains about being “ostracised” and society putting him in “a box with sickos”, before he lists close to 20 names and made a threat, also stating that he knew where they lived.

The Education Ministry’s press release also stated that, based on reports, the student indicated he would have attempted suicide twice before. The ministry also said a relative interviewed said the teenager was found reading a book that has the numbers “666” on the cover. The book was subsequently destroyed.

When the Observer contacted ACP Bailey about 6:15 pm Monday, he said that the student was still being questioned, this time in the presence of his lawyer.

He confirmed that the Education Ministry, along with the Child Development Agency, has made contact to provide psychological support to the youngster, but he maintained that investigations were still ongoing.

“We are still doing investigations, and our next move depends on what comes out of our investigations. We are, however, following all leads,” ACP Bailey said.

When contact was made with Wolmer’s Boys’ School Monday, Principal Dr Walton Small said he was made aware of the voice note on Sunday night at around 11, after which he got in touch with the police, who met school administrators before the start of school Monday on the institution’s compound.

Dr Small, who described the student at the centre of the ordeal as “very bright”, said the next move is dependent on what the police investigations uncover.

Meanwhile, Dr Small added that safety and security remain a top priority at

the school. He assured the public that there is no need for extreme concern.

“There is no need for any panic by the public, parents, teachers, or students of the school,” Dr Bailey said.

In the meantime, today’s meeting will address the general safety and security of the school, risks, threats and areas that may need strengthening.

Director of the safety and security programme in schools, Assistant Superintendent Coleridge Minto, said along with the investigation and today’s meeting, the ministry is working on a policy that will implement time out facilities that will offer therapy to students with behavioural issues.

“Generally speaking, students on the verge of being suspended or displaying behavioural issues will be sent here for treatment and therapy before being reintegrated into the standard school system.

Hopefully, by the end of 2018, it will be implemented,” he said.

He added that educators are also being trained in restorative justice with the Ministry of Justice to utilise a different form of intervention when helping to solve interpersonal conflicts between students and their peers.

Minto maintained that outside of the physical environment being secure, the holistic development of children and influencing positive behavioural change are paramount.

- Jamaica Observer

Government strengthening delivery of services to people with disabilities JAMAICA -- The Government will be strengthening the delivery of skills training and special education needs to poor individuals with disabilities during the new fiscal year.

This is through a $55.5-million allocation to the Social and Economic Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Project, which is being implemented by the Ministry of Labour of Social Security.

As contained in the 2018/19 Estimates of Expenditure, now before the House of Representatives, the funds will provide for employability and skills development of persons with disabilities aged 18 to 38.

It will also go towards speech and

rehabilitative physiotherapy sessions for children up to six years who are beneficiaries of the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP).

Other targets include delivering workshops to parents of children with disabilities; procuring additional assistive aids; and procuring and implementing a management information system.

The Social and Economic Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Project is funded by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the Government of Jamaica.

It was originally scheduled to run from April 2013 to June 2016, but has since been ex-

tended to August 2018.

So far under the project, a labour market study has been completed; training needs assessment for providers and organisations completed; and some 500 people with disabilities have been enrolled in a skills training programme, with 66 persons employed since participating.

In addition, an institutional review of the ESP has been concluded, assistive aids have been provided to 69 children with disabilities on the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education, and a curriculum for the Parenting Intervention Programme has been developed.

- Jamaica Observer

Green encourages more Jamaicans to be foster parents

JAMAICA -- Floyd Green is encouraging more Jamaicans to become foster parents, following the release of statistics from the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) of the number of children eligible for foster care placement.

A release from the CPFSA Monday said statistics show that close to 200 children in State care are currently on the waiting list to be placed with foster families.

For the period of October to December 2017, the agency recorded a total of 4,195 children living in the residential child protection sector. Of this number, 1,265 children are living in children’s homes, 269 are living in places of safety, and 767 in foster homes, the release said.

The minister of state in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information said that the CPFSA, having just concluded the recognition of National Foster Care Week, used the opportunity to not only recognise the outstanding work of foster parents but also as a medium to promote the programme so as to increase the number of foster families.

“Fostering is a wonderful way to help some of the most vulnerable in our society. We believe that all our children should have a loving home and family and foster care provides an avenue to make that possible, and as such, I would want to see more Jamaicans opening up their hearts and homes to foster our children,” he said.

Green reiterated his appreciation for the work that foster parents have been undertaking over the past 12 years of the foster care programme.

“Thank you to all foster parents who, despite significant challenges, have stood by our children and really allowed them to actualise and be the best versions of themselves. You bring joy and hope into their lives and stand as beacons of how much each of us can do to help,” he said.

The CPFSA is encouraging interested individuals to collect an application form and criteria checklist from any CPFSA office located islandwide.

- Jamaica Observer

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Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, has been celebrated in the U.S. since 1976. The event aims to encourage all Americans to take the time to learn about the people, trials and events that history has a tendency to forget. It seeks to shed light on the contributions African Americans have made to this country’s social, political, cultural and economic landscapes.

Regular school curriculums sometimes overlook the more trying times in our nation’s past. It’s for that very reason that educating young people on the role African Americans played in developing this country is so important. Doing so will allow our children to better understand and obtain the full scope of American history.

HOW CAN WE DO IT? The unedited history of black America is a difficult subject to say the least. However, there are a number of ways we can approach this topic to make it easier and more accessible for a younger audience: 1. Read black literature: explore the different perspectives of African-American authors.

2. Learn about important black historical figures: talk about the people who fought for civil rights historically, and those who continue to do so today.

3. Listen to black music: study the soul of African-American culture.

4. Learn about the origins of Black History Month: talk about why it’s important.

5. Talk about racism and discrimination: the only way to understand and prevent prejudiced behavior is to discuss it openly.

Help educate our children about the importance of black history; don’t let it be lost on generations to come.

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Canadians have celebrated Black History Month each February since the government officially recognized the event in 1995. It’s a month dedicated to recognizing and emphasizing the contributions black Canadians have made to the cultural development of our country. There was a time, however, when these contributions went widely unrecognized and black Canadians didn’t enjoy the same civil liberties that others have historically taken for granted.

In 2017, Viola Desmond was featured on the poster to promote Black History Month in Canada. This year, Mrs. Desmond will become be the first black Canadian (and the first woman) depicted on a Canadian banknote (the ten-dollar bill). She’s hailed as being the Canadian Rosa Parks, despite the fact that her fight for civil rights occurred nine years prior to the incident at the back of the bus.

SHAPING CANADIAN HISTORY It was 1946; segregation was still alive in Canada. Viola Desmond, a black Nova Scotian businesswoman, bought a movie ticket at the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow and decided to sit on the ground floor instead of the balcony. Since the ground floor was reserved for white patrons only, she was asked to leave. Upon her refusal, she was arrested and jailed immediately.

She was fined $26 and sentenced to 30 days in jail.

Viola Desmond’s fight against the judge’s ruling brought widespread attention to the continued racial injustices faced by black Canadians across the country. Her case eventually went to the Supreme Court where it was promptly thrown out, upholding the judge’s original decision.

Although justice was only served long after her death — the premier of Nova Scotia granted her a posthumous pardon in 2010 — Viola Desmond’s fight was instrumental in the dismantling of Nova Scotia’s outdated laws regarding racial segregation in the 1950s.

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Camille says. Back when she got that call, she and many other people wouldn’t have predicted the recent explosion in popularity that lash extensions is currently enjoying.

Although she was hesitant, she decided to enroll herself in a two-day course that taught both theory and hands-on aspects of applying lashes. Camille says that while she was naturally very good at doing other people’s

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When Camille first started applying lash extensions for clients, she was intimidated by the level of meticulousness necessary to do a good application. “I learned about three different types [of eyelash extensions] and I didn’t even want to do the most expensive one because it was nerveracking for me. The strip lash and the cluster lash, I leaned more towards that because I had mastered that really quickly,” she says.

Mink single strand lashes were the source of her fear for a while, as they require so much attention to detail because the lashes must be individually applied to the client’s lash line. “I would shun clients and try and get them to do the other ones because I could do them very well. But eventually, I overcame my fear, and I started practicing more and more.” The good reviews on her single lash applications started to come in, and things took off.

Eyelash extensions have really begun to take off recently for a variety of reasons. The look is buildable, especially for single-strand lashes. You have the ability to go from a natural look to a more dramatic one, depending on how many lashes are applied. Lashes come in a variety of styles, including strip lashes, individual flare lashes, classic single strands, mink single strands,

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At Pink Lashes, Camille looks at every single client as her awaiting canvas. “I like to say that I’m not just a technician, I like to refer to myself as an artist, because I create and customize the client,” Camille explains. From the moment her clients come through the door, Camille analyses their facial features and shape, determining what style of lashes would best work for them.

Clients also get a consultation before lashes are applied and have the option of looking at images of lashes she’s applied to other clients so that they can get an idea of how they’d like their lashes to look. Camille has also made recommendations for her clients, based on what she thinks would look good on them. It’s a highly individualized experience. “For an older person—say someone in their 50s or 60s, I wouldn’t want to give

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Camille’s clients aren’t the only ones who benefit from her close attention to detail. For those interested in learning how to install lash extensions, Camille offers to teach the craft. She offers a one-day course, as well as a two-day option. “I’m so thankful for my company, and the direction of how my company is going, and I want other people, not just women, because men are interested in this, too, to become entrepreneurs.

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Last year, the young performer showed his versatility, acting in a short music film called, “Life of A Ghetto Youth.” It offered him the opportunity to work alongside a number of prominent Caribbean entertainers, among them, Sizzla Kalonji, Marlon Asher and Pressure Buss Pipe. Propelled to be the best all round entertainer he certainly can be, Séjoux’s ambitious nature will likely be the reason behind his eventual success.

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When planning a vacation one of the first things to check off the list is choosing your destination and deciding on where to stay. If you’re headed down to the Caribbean, beckoned by the call of sand and sea, the islands are the perfect getaway whether it’s just to spoil yourself or enjoy bonding time with the family.

On my last trip to Jamaica I had the honor of being invited to stay at the Moon Palace all-inclusive resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, through the courtesy of the Jamaica Tourist Board, it is a place I can only describe as a home away from home, a paradise on the sea, that will literally take your breath away.

I’ve only ever heard exceptional things about Jamaican all-inclusive and I have to say the Moon Palace did not disappoint. Upon arrival to my kingdom for the weekend, I was greeted at the door, with the offer of a wet towel, a cool refreshing pine-

apple ginger beverage, as well as a pretty red carnation that definitely had me blushing on the inside.

My first impression of the palace was further elevated as I entered into the main hall, decorated and furnished in champagne and marble, and a full wall of glass pane windows overlooking the resort amenities and bathing the entire main hall in natural light.

At the front desk, an attendant helped to check me in, explaining in just enough detail all that I needed to know about my stay at the Moon Palace as well as providing a map and an all-inclusive wristband to freely navigate my way around the resort.

I was given a baggage ticket to give to the valet who would bring my bags up to my room after I had gone upstairs and settled in.

Upon entering my chambers (it was much too grand to be considered a mere room) it was an open and spacious room with a bed fit for a king, and a bottle of complimentary wine and a fully stocked mini bar (restocked every 24 hours) to unwind and relax after my flight. Stepping out onto the balcony I was treated to an ocean view lookout onto the entire resort with blue turquoise seas as far as the eye could see.

I was literally shaking with excitement, and with the rest of the afternoon to explore the palace grounds I ventured to their

on-site restaurant Buccaneers Reef where I was seated according to my preference and invited to partake in the buffet style selection with a bit of everything to choose from.

The Moon Palace is home to eight different restaurants with seafood, Italian and oriental options to satiate your cravings. In addition to their restaurants, there is a multitude of other on-site snack bar and grills where you can grab a quick bite to eat while enjoying drinks by the pool or soak up the sun on the beach.

Throughout the day and into the night there are various entertainment options including daily family-friendly beach and pool activities, night shows and much more.

This all-inclusive experience has something for everyone. Their onsite beauty salon or spa is an amazing way to take advantage of some me time, or you can burn off some of that added vacation weight at their fitness center. The resort is equipped to service your every need with included 24-hour room service, medical services as needed, laundry service and unlimited wireless internet access throughout the resort, also available 24/7 at their business center, a place where you can host those important meetings.

Two of the most exciting features at Moon Palace Resort are the FlowRider Double Wave Simulator where you can practice

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Dolphin Discovery facilities are located inside the resort for guest comfort, where you can enjoy the specially designed natural habitat for dolphins. Live a once in a lifetime experience with one of the swimming with dolphins programs they offer and enjoy a day full of fun with kisses, hugs and belly rides with your new friends.

The Moon Palace All Inclusive Resort is a paradise within paradise, their brand of awe-inclusive luxury makes beautiful harmony with the laid-back warmth of Jamaica.

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FOOD SPECIALIST

Beautiful, rich, chocolatey! Zucchini’s natural sweetness, mellow flavor, and high moisture content make it an ideal fruit to bake this majorly rich chocolate cake with.

Zucchini (also called courgette), is a fast-growing fruit that is treated as a vegetable in most kitchens I know of. Zucchini is available on the market in yellow, light green or dark green colors. The dark green skin of zucchini may be naturally striped or speckled. The shape of a zucchini resembles that of a ridged cucumber and features numerous soft, young seeds. Some cultivators also produce zucchini in rounded shapes.

It might also interest you to know that zucchini is a type of summer squash that

belongs to a family of plants (Cucurbitaceae); relatives of winter squash (including pumpkins), melons (including watermelon), and even cucumbers. But summer squash are typically much more delicate and are more often eaten fresh and shortly after harvest which is between May and July. Regardless of variety, almost all parts of zucchini are edible, including its soft shell and creamy white flesh, seeds, and skin.

Dessert’s On! There are many great reasons for baking this cake, number one reason being the great taste of chocolate. You also know exactly what it contains. For starters, use really good chocolate! Really good chocolate should not feel waxy or pasty and should break into clean shards when chopped with a knife or chocolate fork. Always look for the words cocoa butter, cocoa solids, cocoa mass or cocoa liquor on the ingredients list. The quality of ingredients you bring to your baking counter when it comes to making a dessert will determine whether or not your highly anticipated delight will succeed or falter. The ingredients should be of the best quality.

Cocoa Powder What is cocoa powder? Here’s a tip, think ground cocoa beans with the cocoa butter (better known as fat) pressed out. The result is a cocoa powder with an intense chocolate taste that is commonly used in baked goods.

Also, remembering that chocolate liquor is made up of both cocoa solids and cocoa butter, it’s easy to visualize how brittle and unpalatable those cocoa solids would be with the removal of cocoa butter.

You’ll need • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 cup cane sugar • ½ cup cocoa powder • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • ½ teaspoon cinnamon • ¼ teaspoon sea salt • 2/3 cups coconut oil, melted (alternatively, substitute with extra-virgin olive oil) • ½ cup almond milk • 1 ½ cups zucchini, grated • ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

Lightly grease a 6 inch, or 8 inch (15, or 20cm) cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, and stir.

3. In a small bowl, mix the coconut oil and almond milk, add to the dry ingredients. stir until you have a thick batter. Fold in the zucchini.

4. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

Cool slightly and serve.

Tips for Serving Dust with icing sugar for a nice finish, or drizzle with melted chocolate. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.

Prep and cook time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Servings: 6 – 8 Difficulty: easy

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Gender equality: a global objective In 2015, the United Nations (UN) adopted its 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This set of 17 goals aims to transform the world through economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protection. Among these 17 goals for a better future is Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

This means that the 193 UN member nations recognize that gender equality is essential to the development of a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.

The UN argues that the autonomy of women and girls is vital to economic growth and social development and that, conversely, inequality is a universal barrier to progress.

All countries are therefore working to achieve gender equality, whether it’s by investing in education, ensuring better access to health care for women and girls, or incentivizing parity on the job market.

INEQUALITY IN NUMBERS Women and girls in every region of the world continue to experience violence and discrimination.

• In North Africa, women hold less than 20% of salaried positions outside the agricultural sector.

• In sub-Saharan Africa and the South Pacific, girls face considerable hur­ dles when it comes to enrolling in primary and secondary school.

• On a global scale, women in the workforce earn 24% less on average than men.

Four ways to celebrate International Women’s Day Would you like to make a meaningful gesture in honour of International Women’s Day? Here are four activity ideas you can do alone, as a family, between friends or at the office this March 8.

1. ORGANIZE A TALK Ask an accomplished woman to speak to an audience about her personal or professional journey. Your speaker could come from any number of inspiring backgrounds: she might be a businesswoman, an athlete, a mother, an artist, an activist, a politician or a scientist, for example.

2. COLLECT FUNDS Many non-profits do valuable work for women and girls. Choose a local organization and plan a fundraiser to help it finance its operations. Car washes, benefit dinners and bake sales are all tried-and-true options.

Feminism as relevant as ever

Violence against women, workplace discrimination and pay inequality are all still very much part of our social fabric. That’s why it’s as important as ever to come together and express our feminist values in celebration of International Women’s Day, this March 8.

For this occasion, the Canadian government is inviting the population to take steps toward a fair, equalitarian society and to denounce the social and economic inequalities that are still pervasive today. This year’s theme, Equality Matters, aims to remind us that the fight isn’t over yet.

Systemic gender discrimination, government policies affecting women disproportionately, and widespread sexual violence — as brought to light by the #MeToo movement — are some examples of the barriers against equity and equality that we must overcome as a society.

WHY EQUALITY? While equality between women and men is a staple of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and a value upheld and defended by politicians and citizens alike, there’s still room for improvement in many areas. Here are a few statistics from the Government of Canada that illustrate some of these challenges: • Women are underrepresented in leadership positions.

In 2016, only 21.6% of board members of Canada’s 500 largest companies were women.

3. EDUCATE YOURSELF Do some research by reading a book or watching a film — documentary or fiction — that focuses on women’s issues. Online, the National Film Board of Canada has a whole section dedicated to this type of production.

4. SAY THANKS Take advantage of the day to express your love, admiration and appreciation for the women who play an important role in your life. Send them a message, go visit them or give them a call to remind them how much they mean to you. And why not suggest they do the same?

There are virtually endless possibilities when it comes to ways you can observe International Women’s Day. Use your imagination!

This March 8, express your appreciation for the women who shaped your life.

• Women are still largely responsible for caregiving.

Women spend more than twice as many hours per week on unpaid child care (50.1 compared to 24.4 hours) and are almost twice as likely as men to spend 10+ hours a week caring for a senior.

• Women continue to earn less than men. Canadian women in full-time positions earn roughly 27% less than their male counterparts.

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Boost your mood with food Every March since the 1970s, Dietitians of Canada has planned and delivered Nutrition Month, an annual observance that aims to con­nect Canadians with the benefits of healthy eating. Each year the organization selects a theme to explore, and the topic chosen for March 2018 is Unlock the Power of Food. Eating the right foods can help us heal, prevent diseases and even affect our mental health.

If you’re looking for a way to raise your sprits and increase your overall well-being, consider eating these mood-enhancing foods.

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HEALTHY EATING IS NOT A DIET, IT’S A WAY OF LIFE!

March is National Nutrition Month, an event created and hosted by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The theme for 2018 is Go Further With Food, encouraging us all to get the greatest possible health benefits from what we eat while also managing our resour­ces to reduce food waste. Obviously there are more nutrients in kale than in a candy bar, but what’s less evident is that food combinations, cooking methods and other factors can influence how our body absorbs those nutrients. Here are some tips to maximize your intake of the health-enhancing vitamins and minerals found on your plate.

1. ADD FRESH LEMON JUICE TO YOUR LEAFY GREENS The vitamin C in lemon juice will help your body absorb the iron found in greens like spinach, arugula, kale and watercress.

1. FATTY FISH Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines have an important role to play in the production of the feelgood brain chemicals dopamine and serotonin. Walnuts and ground flaxseeds are also excellent sources of omega-3s.

2. LEAFY GREENS Kale, spinach, and waterc­ress are among the many types of greens that you can eat to boost your mood. These veggies are high in folate and vitamin B6. The former is needed for neurotransmitter synthesis, and the latter is required for serotonin production.

3. YOGOURT Yogourt with active cultu­res contains probiotics. These heal­thy bacteria have been shown to reduce the quantity of anxiety and stress hormones in the body. Other foods with probiotics include kefir, tempeh, kimchi, and pickled or fermented vegetables.

4. WHOLE GRAINS AND LEGUMES Spikes in blood sugar levels can wreak ha­voc on your mood. Whole grains like brown rice, barley and quinoa, as well as legumes like lentils, kidney beans and chickpeas, are digested slowly, making them a good source of fuel for your brain and body that won’t disrupt your mood.

5. DARK CHOCOLATE Studies indicate that consuming dark chocolate (70 per cent cocoa or higher) releases endorphins and boosts serotonin levels. In addition, it’s believed that cocoa flavanols may increase blood flow to the brain.

2. COMBINE BLACK PEPPER AND TURMERIC Turmeric contains a bioactive phytochemical called curcumin, which may act as a powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-carcinogenic. By itself curcumin isn’t easily metabolized, but when paired with black pepper, our bodies more readily absorb it.

3. ADD HEALTHY FATS TO YOUR VEGGIES AND STEWED TOMATOES The healthy fats found in olive oil and avocado help us absorb both fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K, etc.) and lycopene.

4. STEAM CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES Steaming veggies such as cabbage is the best way to retain beneficial phytochemicals and nutrients.

5. GRIND FLAXSEEDS Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein and fiber. However, if you eat them whole, they pass through the digestive tract unabsorbed. Grind them before use to reap their nutritional benefits.

6. SPROUT GRAINS AND BEANS Not only does sprouting grains and beans make them easier to digest, but it also increases the range of vitamins and minerals available. Soak them in temperate water for 12 hours prior to cooking to get the most health benefits.

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Yoga & affirmations go hand in hand TRISHA CURLING

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YOGA SPECIALIST

When I decided that enough was enough and that I needed to get healthy again, it wasn’t just a need to get healthy in my body. It came from a huge need to get healthy in my mind too. See, I had been suffering and was in such deep pain physically and emotionally from the loss of my brother, that it was very hard for a very long time to see a lot of the goodness that still surrounded me. I had a very good friend at the time that took me to a bookstore and told me all about Louise Hay.

If you aren’t familiar with her, then I highly recommend you look her up! She advised me to get her book called You Can Heal Your Life. I was ready and open to anything, or so I thought at the time.

I actually read and enjoyed the book. I was also very open to and believed her ideas about gratitude and affirmations and how incorporating these things worked to change your life, but I didn’t put it into practice, not in the way the Hay advises you to do so. When I was actually ready to make the changes mental and physical, I started with this book. It helped me to understand that once I made a positive impact on my mental health, my physical would change that much easier too. I read the book again, while I was working my physical body through weight training and yoga. This time, I took more action and exercised my mind the way Louise Hay describes in her book.

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see the marriage between the two. Affirmations and yoga, do go hand in hand. Each class as I developed my practice I learned that I had to be positive and tell myself that I was capable, not just capable of “achieving a pose”, but also capable of being more present and content with my current state at all times. I also learned that it did not mean that I would feel like that all of the time, but by exercising my mind to have more thoughts of gratitude and speaking with positivity about myself, that I would definitely feel that way much more often.

In the book, Hay teaches you that it’s not just about being grateful and about “doing your affirmations” but that there are actual ways in which to practice it. One of the key ways is writing your affirmations down. Not only writing them down but writing in them in the present tense. She talks about writing and saying the things that you want in your life as if you already

have them. Some examples might be “I am healthy, strong and injury free”, or “I have time and energy to pursue all of my passions.” This can also be part of your yoga practice. Depending on the style you practice or class you take, it is not uncommon to choose an intention at the beginning of your class. Setting an intention like, “I am calm, still, and have peace of mind”, helps you to come back to this at challenging points in the practice, similar to challenging points in life when you draw upon your positive affirmations in order to direct the energy and course of your life the way that you want it to go. It helps to steer away from negativity.

Doing this in your yoga practice simply allows you to “exercise” the muscles of your mind so that it may translate into “exercising” them in other areas of your life too.

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Securing support obligations through Life Insurance Policies - Part 2 VALERIE DYE valerie@carib101.com

LEGAL SPECIALIST

Life insurance policies can be used to ensure that child and spousal support payments continue if the support payor dies.

Quite often a court order or separation agreement will specify that the support recipient be named an irrevocable beneficiary of the policy.

This requirement may seem to conflict with the requirements of the Succession Law Reform Act (‘The Act’) which allows the court to claw back money from life insurance policies to provide for persons who have been disinherited from the

deceased’s estate. Under Section 58 of the Act, where a deceased has not made adequate provision for the proper support of any of his dependants, the court, may order that such provision be made from the estate of the deceased for the proper support of the dependants. Section 72 (f) of that Act allows the court to claw back the proceeds of a life insurance policy to provide such support, even where another beneficiary has been designated under the policy. The case of Stevens vs Fisher provides an example of this. Ms. Stevens had been the commonlaw wife of the deceased for eleven years.

He left nothing for her in his will, but he had a life insurance policy under which his daughter was designated beneficiary. Ms. Stevens made an application to the Superior Court of Ontario to be paid the proceeds of his insurance policy which was valued at $84,000. The court found that Ms. Stevens had indeed been a dependant of the deceased and that the deceased failed to leave her adequate provision. The Court

ordered that $75,000 out of the insurance policy should be paid to Ms. Stevens and that the remaining $9,000 should be paid to his daughter.

How do we reconcile the principle in Stevens and Fisher with the situation where a deceased already has support obligations under a court order or separation agreement and has taken out a life insurance policy to secure those obligations naming the support recipient as irrevocable beneficiary? Obviously, if the court can claw back the proceeds of insurance policy to provide for another dependant who is not a subject of a court order or separation agreement this would defeat the purpose of the order or separation agreement. This issue was decided in the case of Dagg v Cameron Estate .

Under a court order of July 2013, Cameron was obligated to pay child and spousal support totaling $4,500 each month. The court order stated that his former wife would be named an irrevocable beneficiary of the 1-million-dollar life insurance policy which

was taken out to secure his support obligations. Cameron formed another relationship and died while his new partner was pregnant. Apart from the life insurance policy, Cameron’s estate was insolvent. The new partner filed proceedings seeking support for her newborn son. She relied on section 72 of the Succession Law Reform Act which states that insurance policies can be clawed back and applied for other dependants. In handing down its decision, the Court relied on section 72 (7) of the Act, which states that money owed to creditors cannot be clawed back and used to provide support for other dependants. As such where, by virtue of a court order or separation agreement, an individual has an obligation to pay support, the support recipient becomes a creditor and the life insurance policy naming the recipient as an irrevocable beneficiary, is used to secure that debt. The Court, therefore, cannot apply the proceeds of this policy to the support of other dependants.

Do your kids know their history?

KATHY McDONALD kathy@carib101.com

SCHOOL TRUSTEE

Marcus Garvey in his wisdom once said: “A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots”. As I visit the schools in my ward I am amazed by the evidence of students’ learning that fills the walls. I invariably see confirmation of the fact that black history is being celebrated. When I speak with the students as I walk around the schools they can name the usual “suspects” Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman and Barack Obama. Rest assured that I am not minimizing the efforts of these great individuals but there is so much more to black history than a handful of well renowned black men and women. Black history does not begin with slavery and end with the United States of America Civil Rights Movement.

Quite often black people in history are presented as helpless slaves, sad victims that had to endure. The narrative of a resilient and strong people is often overlooked.

The entire black community is represented as one homogenous group. Surprise! There are many cultures, heritages and religious beliefs within the black community. Even the word black as used to define an entire group of people is problematic for some.

I serendipitously came across a collection of flashcards produced by a company called Urban Intellectuals. On the exterior of the package, the company states that they seek to “combat the miseducation and suppression of Black Achievement around the globe”. I highly recommend you head down to your local bookstore that specializes in black and Caribbean stories. for example, Knowledge Bookstore in Brampton or A Different Booklist in Toronto, to pick up a set. The flashcards are worth the investment.

Did you know that alchemy was first practiced in early Egypt? What about the Pythagorean theorem debate. Did the ancient Greek mathematician really discover the relationship between the three sides of a right angle triangle? Many would argue that Babylonian scholars understood the formula hundreds of years before Pythagoras. There is also credible evidence that Indian and Chinese mathematicians documented this mathematical relationship long before Pythagoras. Remember an African proverb that says ”Until the lions have their own historians. the history of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.

As a young student in Jamaica, I can vividly remember reciting ”Christopher Columbus discovered Jamaica in 1942”.

Now, when one just thinks logically about this statement, its inaccuracy is crystal clear. How could a man discover an island that has been inhabited by people for hundreds of years? If one stops to think more deeply it is highly unlikely that an Italian explorer would travel over 8,637 km to Jamaica and be the first person to set foot on the land when in fact just 1,540 km separates Colombia from Jamaica and Guyana is only 2,481 km away. These two countries located in the north of the South American Continent along with many Eastern countries of Central America (Nicaragua, for example, is only 1,028 km away from Jamaica) had indigenous peoples and thriving civilizations. So, quite simply Europeans did not discover the Caribbean.

Students are often shocked to learn about thriving black economies that predate slavery and the birth of Christ. It is priceless to see student reactions when they first hear about Black Wall Street. It is mind-boggling to think that from 1906 to 1921 there was a small suburb of Tulsa, Oklahoma named Greenwood that was home to one of the most successful black economies of America. What is even more riveting is the history of the demise of such a thriving economy.

Whether it’s the Haitian, Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable, that founded a settle-

ment that later became known as Chicago or the African-Brazilian slave and martyred Saint of Rio de Janeiro, there are hundreds of black stories that need to be told and retold. There are several great Canadians that have done noteworthy feats. These stories need to be told from Mathieu Da Costa, Viola Desmond, Lincoln Alexander to Jean Augustine. Little Canadians black boys and little black girls need to know that they are not merely descendants of slaves, refugees or illiterate immigrants. It is important for them to learn about all the marvelous contributions of black, African and Caribbean peoples to Canada and the world. The stories of the resilience of the slave, refugee and the immigrant need to be forever embedded into the curriculum of each school board of each province and territory, so our children and all children will be aware of the significant contributions that black, African and Caribbean people have made and continue to make to our home and native land. The words of Nelson Mandela “ Education is the most powerful weapon that we can use to change the world” will always resonate with me as students that are educated and have a sound knowledge of their history are better equipped to be successful adults. So, journey with me as we at the Peel District School Board embed black, African and Caribbean narratives into modern learning and beyond. Walk Good! Belle Marché!

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Welcome back Toronto! So; were you able to take a moment to think about our topic last week? Did you take in how hard it is to listen to someone, and how you may not be as good of a listener as you thought you were? Last week we delved into what active listening is, and we provided scenarios and examples of how communication sounds like in the majority of relationships in our community. I am going to give you a quick summary of what was discussed last week so that those who were unable to read the last edition will have some context for this week’s finale of the topic, “Why Aren’t You Listening to Me?”

I was able to get my hands on a book written by Carl Rogers, and Richard Farson, that spoke in detail on active listening. Active listening is not just a technique; it must be firmly grounded in the basic attitude of a person. Our spirit has to genuinely respect the potential worth of the individual we are talking to; this includes considering their capacity for self-direction. We are there to listen, not to give advice or voice our opinions (Rogers & Farson, 1957). We learned that active listening does not present a threat

to the individual’s self-picture; this means that there is no need to defend it (Rogers & Farson, 1957). We were also instructed to consider the atmosphere of the situation. If the atmosphere feels threatening, there will never be effective communication. The moment we feel that judgment is being passed, whether it is critical or favorable, it makes it difficult to express ourselves freely (Rogers & Farson, 1957). Finally, we learned that listening helps build deep, positive relationships if done well, so this week we will go into how to listen effectively.

One of the first things we need to understand is that listening requires that we get inside of the person who is speaking to us; that we grasp an issue from their point of view, which is terribly difficult to do. We have to get past our own thoughts and think about what the person is communicating to us. More than that, the listener must feel like you are seeing things from their point of view, and you are completely responsible for that (Rogers & Farson, 1957). There are three ways that we can become better at active listening: listen for total meaning, respond to feelings, and note all cues.

Listening for Meaning Any message that a person tries to get across usually has a couple of components; the content of the message and the feelings and attitudes behind the message (Rogers & Farson, 1957). You know that saying, “It was not what you said, it was how you said it!” Well, actually it is both. You can usually feel a person’s message, even if the words

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LIFESTYLE COACH

So it’s already February, we’re almost two months now into the 2018 year and I can’t believe that it’s we’ve already gotten this far.

We are almost done the first quarter of the year, that’s crazy to even think that’s how fast time goes by. Really though what have you achieved this year? Some of us are out crushing our goals, getting things done and some of us are still trying to gain momentum.

I ask you a question today, the goals or resolutions that you set at the beginning of January, are you on track? Are you in

alignment on making those things come forward? Did you implement the processes or the changes that you needed to make in order to honour those goals?

A lot of us probably haven’t made the movement we thought we would and we’re sitting back looking at the date going, “Oh my gosh, I can’t believe it’s been that long.” I have mentioned this before in other articles about setting up your day on a daily basis and if you are looking at the date of the year going “Oh man” then most likely you haven’t been, so I ask you the question “How are you crushing out every single day in your life to the maximum degree that you want to or can?”

You know, all of us have different goals; some of us have weight loss goals, some of us have goals for relationships, and all of those goals are important but it requires us to have daily focus on those goals in order to keep moving them forward.

You know, I imagine if you’re reading this article that you’re not content with

coming out of the person’s mouth may not match the feeling being projected. It is good to understand the difference because you can actually target what the person is feeling and work with them from the feeling component.

Respond to Feelings In most instances, the feelings in a message trump the content of a message. It is this feeling that carries the message of the speaker. You can learn a lot about why someone may be speaking to you a certain way if you can pinpoint the feeling attached to. Another important factor is that you cannot get caught up in their feelings; this takes some emotional intelligence. Each time you listen to someone, you have to remain sensitive to the total meaning the message has to the speaker. You have to question what you have heard: What does this mean to them? What are they trying to tell me? How do they see this situation?

Note all Cues One thing that I have learned is that not all communication is verbal. The speaker’s words only tell us about 50% of the story.

It is everything else that you have to pay attention to (body language, tone of voice, eye contact, non-eye contact, twitches).

Now that you have taken the Simone Jennifer Smith crash course in listening, I am expecting to speak with you soon; I hope you are listening!.

Rogers, C. R., & Farson, R. E. (1957). Active listening. Industrial Relations Center of the University of Chicago.

staying at the exact same place that you’re in in your current life. I just posted a weekly video this week talking about learning new things. We are either growing or we’re dying. And what I mean by that is not that we’re actually dying, but we can’t technically stand still. So we either are moving forward or we’re moving backwards in life.

That is just the reality of it.

So I ask you the question today when it comes to you crushing out your year or your month, or your week, what can you do on a daily basis to make sure that you’re aligning that?

And it literally could even be a five minute or a 30 second activity in your day that will help get you closer to that goal.

So today’s article, I challenge you to start aligning your day so that you can be crushing out your year and making 2018 that year that you say, “I did this. I landed that. I got that. And I am exactly where I wanted to be by the end of this year.” Hope this helps, and until next time……

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Yayyyy!!! We can rejoice if you are single like me, we have made it through the hardest holidays for single people, and now we can look to the future and figure this single life out with a bit of ease. Christmas and Valentine’s Day can be annoying for us singles, as we are constantly reminded that we are indeed single! Family members have asked, when are you getting married? You’re smart and good looking why are you still single?

No Valentine’s this year? Maybe you are too picky…Yes, yes! Perhaps I am too picky about men I would consider dating, but I think I have every reason and right to be. But my reason and rights for being picky when it comes to dating are not relevant at this time.

I listened to this lady named Abraham Hicks on YouTube, she’s a motivational spiritual speaker, and she said (not verbatim) that sometimes we should go through life looking to want something. She gave a great analogy of when you go to the store or shopping mall, and the sales attendant says, Hi, Can I help you? She said her husband would often respond and say, no we’re just looking for something to want. Abraham went on to say that a lot of times when we go to the store or shopping mall we go with something in mind and we end up leaving with other items we saw and wanted so we purchased it.

I think this analogy can be applied to dating, I am open to dating and being in a committed relationship, but right now I am in the stage of looking for something to want. And just like shopping when I see it, I’ll know I want it.

At times we put way too much pressure on receiving precisely what we want that we don’t relax and flow. I’ve tried the lists of what I want in a man and compared it when dating but I’ve realized the relationships I was most happy in, and most in love in were the ones that developed naturally and unforced. I’ve said this before in past articles

that I think the key to happiness while being single is to find a healthy balance of getting to know yourself and being open to understanding people of interest as well. If we don’t correctly connect and know ourselves, it will be difficult to know what you want and impossible to look for something you want. So maybe the process for successful dating should be, to know yourself then be open to looking for someone to want. Shana the founder of Toronto Black Singles United group has some tips for single people.

1. Put your best face forward. Meaning ensure your pictures on dating profiles or social media are the best representation of yourself. A potential suitor may be interested in you and may begin to browse your online presence and become turned off before ever getting to know you.

2. Before joining a dating website or group and putting yourself out there as an eligible single, ensure that you have worked out your past relationship and personal issues.

3. Have fun! -Get out of your comfort zone. Date a little older or younger if you can. Don’t have too many rules and try something different. If you have had the same dating style for years and it isn’t working for you dare to permit yourself to switch it up.

4. If you’re single and looking to mingle, be open minded and treat dating as an audition or an interview. Accept that rejection and disappointments are a part of the deal of dating and shouldn’t keep you from trying again.

5. And remember dating is a process.

There are several phases, so take your time, get to know the individual you are interested in, go on a few dates before pulling the plug or making any final decisions.

My tip for singles is to take a self-awareness test or a love languages test to know yourself, be aware of your expectations, wants and needs in a relationship. Self-awareness can help you with every relationship in your life, not just romantic ones. No one should know YOU, better than YOU.

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2018 Kia Stinger

automotive

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KIA banks on performance Kia will continue to expand its horizons in 2018. For starters, the highly anticipated Kia Stinger and its turbocharged 4- or 6-cylinder engine is shaping up to be a serious competitor for comparable German-made models. The Stinger will include space under the hood for more batteries, aiming at an eventual release of an even more powerful hybrid model, but not before 2020.

Kia Stonic

question. Kia’s best-selling models, such as the Sportage and Sorento, will undergo minor updates for the 2019 model-year.

Finally, Kia plans to release a full-size SUV that will most likely resemble the Telluride concept introduced at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show. It’s expected to hit dealerships sometime in 2019.

Then there’s the Niro disrupting the established order on the SUV front. This crossover is as fun to drive as it is eco-friendly, and it’s available in hybrid and fully electric versions. Another much-awaited release is the Stonic, which will launch this year equipped with the same engine options as the Hyundai Kona, namely a standard-issue 2.0-L and an optional turbocharged 1.6L. The Rio remains one of the most practical options. It was overhauled a few months ago and is nicely equipped for its price point. Unlike its cousin the Hyundai Accent, the Rio will continue to be offered as both a sedan and a 5-door compact hatchback. As for the popular Soul, no changes are on the horizon, but the upcoming launch of the Stonic could put its future into

Kia Telluride

GMC moves forward with model redesigns GMC’s entire operation relies solely on trucks and SUVs — no cars for this GM division. Like their counterparts over at Chevrolet, many GMC models have already been, or are going to be, overhauled. Among those already made 2017 GMC Acadia Denali

2017 GMC Yukon Denali

over, the GMC Acadia has lost a lot of weight in its new version — more than 300 kilograms. GM has decided to leave the full-size SUV category to the Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave.

In the compact SUV segment, the GMC Terrain underwent the same modifications as the Chevrolet Equinox, taking up less space yet offering more room inside. The Canyon mid-size pickup is available in several new versions, including one made for adventurers who wish to explore off the beaten path.

Upcoming releases include an updated GMC Yukon and Yukon XL duo. Similar changes will also affect other models in the Chevrolet and Cadillac families. The most noteworthy development comes in the form of a new generation of full-size pickups, after only a few years on the market.

This isn’t much of a surprise, however; the full-size pickup segment is a goldmine for American automakers.

And with Ford always improving its F-150 line, GM can’t afford to become complacent. New, lighter 1500 models will therefore be released to compete with Ford, and after the Silverado and Sierra 1500, it’ll be the HD models’ turn to get a makeover.

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WEEK OF FEBRUARY 25 TO MARCH 3, 2018

ARIES

Ten unusual phobias Social isolation, anxiety, paranoia, insomnia, trembling, nausea, clammy hands, hyperventilation — phobias give rise to a host of unpleasant physical and psychological symptoms. You’re probably already familiar with conditions such as arachnophobia (fear of spiders), xenophobia (fear of foreigners) and agoraphobia (fear of large, public spaces), but have you ever heard of these ten rather uncommon fears?

You’ll have a ton of fun outing ideas for your social group.

You’ll be proud of what you’ll accomplish. Take the time to focus on developing one of your creative skills.

6. Coprastasophobia: fear of constipation 7. Coulrophobia: fear of clowns 8. Gymnophobia: fear of nudity 9. Mageirocophobia: fear of cooking 10. Pentheraphobia: fear of your mother-in-law

TAURUS

Chance will put inspiring people on your path this week, and your social life will benefit greatly. A happy event could prompt you to put your house on the market.

GEMINI

There’s a fine line between harmony and discord, which is why it’s so important to treat your partner with empathy and affection. Good communication will make things better.

TREATING PHOBIAS While many might seem absurd to the average person, phobias develop involuntarily and cause a great deal of emotional distress. If you have a phobia, whatever it may be, consult a professional for help; he or she will be able to offer therapy or prescribe an effective treatment plan to help free you from you fear.

1. Agyrophobia: fear of crossing the street 2. Anuptaphobia: fear of staying single 3. Arachibutyrophobia: fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth 4. Carpophobia: fear of wrists 5. Catoptrophobia: fear of mirrors

CANCER

You’ll be surrounded by a lot of action. If you’re an explorer at heart, you’ll start planning the trip of a lifetime.

Travelling alone is a rewarding experience.

LEO

Your unbridled imagination will allow you to create an unexpected masterpiece. You’ll take on healthier habits to ensure you meet your goals. Go with the flow and everything will be fine.

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42. Bread ingredient 44. Ignorant person 46. Contribute chips 48. Rotten 49. Continually 50. Back talk 51. Distinct period 52. Sloe ____ fizz 53. Weird 54. Carpenter insect

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15. Hammer or drill 16. Poured 18. Dance instruction 19. Consume text 20. Like 23. Dinner breads 27. Bolted

30. Chick’s sound 32. Chime 33. Cautions 35. Spin 37. Legal matter 38. Grew older 40. Fueled

1. Creative pursuits 2. Owl’s cry 3. Double reed 4. Shrill barks 5. Brother’s sib 6. Menu item 7. Estate unit 8. Clip sheep 9. Border 10. Mined matter 11. Cot 17. Embrace 21. Prone 22. Butte’s cousin

VIRGO

You’re in dire need of a bit of rest. Prolonged insomnia will finally take its toll on your health. You may spend a few days at home to recharge your batteries, and you just might experience a stroke of genius while you’re there.

LIBRA

Maintaining an active social life will benefit your career in more ways than one. You may meet someone new at the gym this week.

SCORPIO

A few of your friends may surprise you by inviting you on a beach vacation. If you accept, it’ll be an amazing time.

Your optimism will be contagious.

SAGITTARIUS

You may spontaneously decide to go back to school to improve your career options. You’re on the right track, but you’ll need to work hard to reach your goals.

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The luckiest signs this week: SCORPIO, SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN

CAPRICORN

You’ll finally secure the financing you need to carry out a project that’s important to you. Now is the right time to consolidate your debts.

AQUARIUS

You’ll feel a lot better after cleaning your house from top to bottom. You’ll need to make some things clear with your partner before an unpleasant situation escalates beyond your control.

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PISCES

Before presenting your work to anyone, you’ll need to make quite a few changes. You’ll succeed in reaching a deal with an important client. You’ll be tempted to renew your wardrobe.

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real estate

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Tricks of the trade-buying new JAY BRIJPAUL brijpaul@carib101.com

REAL ESTATE PRO

John and Mary bought their first newly built home two years ago and closing is quickly approaching. They had already signed off on the pre-inspection and in a few days, they will receive the keys. It was a long wait, but they were prepared for it.

Before purchase, check the builder’s reputation. Talk to the neighbors that are already living there. Check with the Canadian Home Builders Association if the builder is a member. Consider the builder’s after sale service and what is covered by the warranty.

When buying new, plan for the next five to ten years. Will the family structure change? Take into consideration additional

parking and consider changes in lifestyle.

Seniors may want a bedroom and a full bath on the main floor while a young couple may want to raise a family. Choose a location that is right for you. Always take into consideration schools and commuting time. The next step is to take a realistic look at your financing.

Unlike resale, new home purchases can be daunting. Hidden costs, such as development fees, deposit verification fees, mortgage discharge fees, education lot levy, builder’s lawyer fees, new home warranty fees, water, gas and hydro meter fees and many more, cannot be added to the mortgage. All of this is in addition to the down payment.

The salesperson works for the builder and usually coheres buyers to buy on the spot. In Toronto’s hot housing market, buyers would line up for days to buy and getting a chance to purchase is equal to winning the lottery. Unlike condominiums, purchasing freehold properties do not have a cooling off period. However, some builders will allow the buyers forty-eight hours. Make the

contract conditional upon your lawyer’s approval.

Most people fall in love with the model home but almost everything in the model home upgrades. Budget yourself and choose only the most important upgrades.

Builders usually make the most profit on upgrades. Choose upgrades that are easy and cost-effective to do at the time of purchase such as higher ceilings, larger basement windows, and separate basement entrances.

Upgrades such as thicker carpets and granite countertops can wait. Banks will finance the property at base value and may not cover the cost of upgrades. The closing cost and cost of upgrades may be out of pocket expenses.

When buying new, expect delays.

Builders will give adequate notices in the event there is a delay. The contract may have a “critical date” and if passed, the buyer can agree with the closing and seek compensation or opt out of the deal. About one week before completion, the builder will schedule a pre-inspection.

At the pre-inspection, check if the home is built according to the plan and look

for imperfections and defects. I saw new homes without insulation in the attics, toilets that are not anchored and missing towel racks and dryer vents. It is important to have homes inspected by professional home inspectors. After the inspection, the builder will give you an inspection sheet to sign stating that you reviewed the home and that you are satisfied with everything except the defects listed in the statement. If you missed something and it is not covered by the warranty, the builder can refuse to fix it.

New homes are protected under a private third-party warranty. The warranty will cover deposit insurance, protect against work defects and materials and major structural defects but may not cover everything.

Before the warranty expires, get another home inspection done so that if there are any defects, you are covered.

New home purchases are a rollercoaster adventure that can be exhilarating and exhausting but with careful planning can be the most rewarding.

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Peel CAS celebrates families & Black History Month At Peel CAS our work is guided by our commitment to diversity and anti-oppression and being respectful of others. Our job is to listen, respect and work with families to create strong and safe environments for children and youth. February is Black History Month, and we would like to share some ways that Peel CAS is working on providing culturally safe and supportive services for the families we work with.

#pullingtogether – Peel CAS and BCAN partner to better serve African-Canadian families Peel Children’s Aid and Black Community Action Network Peel (BCAN) have formed an alliance to lead the development of an anti-racism, community capacitybuilding and systems change initiative in Peel. This partnership was recently announced at a joint kick-off event which brought together mainstream organizations and leaders of the African-Canadian community to strategize how to better support families before they come to the attention of CAS; and

Peel CAS CEO Rav Bains & Juliet Jackson, President, Peel CAS Board of Directors along with Dr. Julian Hasford, BCAN Board Member and Sophia Brown Ramsay, Community Development Manager, BCAN sign memorandum of understanding with the shared goal that African-Canadian families receive relevant, meaningful, culturally safe and appropriate services and supports.

if they do come to the attention of CAS, how to best serve them in a way that respects their ethnic, racial and cultural diversity and meets their needs.

"We are pleased to have partnered with Peel CAS,” says BCAN Cochair Suzanne Nurse. “Aligning with Peel CAS on this initiative allows us to strategically address anti-Black racism and collectively address issues and barriers faced by African-Canadian families in Peel."

“As a child welfare agency, Peel CAS exists to support children, youth and families,” says Peel CAS CEO Rav Bains. “We want African-

Canadian families to know that we are listening and are committed to providing culturally-safe and supportive services so that they experience us differently. Partnering with BCAN is a way forward to make this happen.”

to develop systems-level strategies to improve planning, coordination, and accountability of anti-racist system change initiatives as well as develop a collective strategy to improve the coordination, accessibility, and quality of services and advocacy for African-Canadian children, youth, and families.

In partnership, Peel CAS and BCAN will aim to build regional capacity in Peel so that African-Canadian families receive relevant, meaningful and appropriate services and supports, while promoting greater systemic equity. The initiative will include:

• Coordinating a series of workshops to facilitate knowledge exchange, networking, and community engagement in issues related to child welfare.

• Establishing a roundtable of leaders of mainstream institutions and Black community leaders

Both organizations are looking forward to getting started on this important work.

Meet Jean Samuel, Peel CAS’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion that when we work with families, equity is our first thought, not an afterthought.”

Peel CAS is excited to welcome Jean Samuel as Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. “I am excited to help guide the work of the agency,” says Jean. “Peel CAS is known as a leader and trailblazer in anti-oppressive work.

A good foundation has already been developed within the agency and I feel I can help push it to the next level. My goal is to ensure

As a racialized black woman Jean has experienced many inequities.

While she has done extensive training and development in the area of diversity, it was a personal choice made many years ago that led her to start her career helping empower other women.

“I actually wrote myself a mission statement,” says Jean. “I vowed to do something in my life that would help others to realize they could be a master of their own identity and successfully navigate life as a racialized woman.”

Jean started her own grassroots organization Arise International Promotions, and dedicated five years to empowering women of colour. When she was no longer able to secure funding for her organization, she began work in the child welfare field at Durham

Children’s Aid Society and later went on to work with both child welfare agencies in Hamilton. “I actually wasn’t doing equity work when I first started in child welfare at Durham CAS,” says Jean.

“However I made sure to let the organization know it was a passion of mine and that I was willing to help when the agency was ready to move forward with the work.”

A personal move to be closer to aging family led Jean to Hamilton CAS and then on to Hamilton Catholic CAS where she managed anti-oppressive practice and all diversity projects for the next 14 years. It was when she saw the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion position at Peel CAS, she decided to make another important choice that led her to where she is today.

The result? About six months later, Jean began working as a diversity facilitator on a part time basis. “I started off doing only a couple days a week. However, the work expanded and I became a trained facilitator in anti-oppressive practice. I started out training staff within the agency, and eventually got to work with staff at other agencies across Ontario. I was also fortunate to develop an equity course for the field and work on the agency’s five-year strategic plan for equity.”

Jean sees the recent announcement of a partnership between Peel CAS and Black Community Action Network Peel (BCAN), as another step forward to better serve African Canadian families. “I am very excited about this partnership which will help provide direction to organizations like Peel CAS to be more culturally appropriate and safe,” says Jean.

“We have made a commitment to being accountable for providing child welfare services that meet the needs of Black children and families in Peel.”

February 19, 2018

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finance

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What to do when the markets are in turmoil?

FAZAAD BACCHUS fazaad@carib101.com

FINANCE SPECIALIST

There is an investment cycle that plays out every single time. It starts like this. First, there is optimism, you see your friends are all investing and you hear good things in the market, so you decide to venture out, maybe with a TFSA or RRSP. Then as you see your money grow, excitement steps in and you are encouraged to put more in. You begin to check your statements more regularly and the thrill of investing has gotten in your veins. The next stage is euphoria, you can’t believe you have put this off for so long and you imagine the amount of money you could have made had you started earlier. This is your point of maximum financial risk.

Soon the market tops out and the downward cycle begins. Suddenly there is a

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There will always be volatility and to predict the market is a fool’s wisdom, no one can. It’s better to stay away from your investments

and concentrate on other important things as the news of a falling market can really get to you causing you the emotional upheavals previously mentioned. The secret to investing is “a buy and hold strategy”, meaning that you buy a few good and diverse funds and hold them. They will not perform every year as you would like but over time they will. Think of your portfolio as a “yo-yo” it goes up and it comes down. Now think of you spinning a “yo-yo” while you are walking up a flight of stairs. Yes, it goes up and down but gets higher with every step you make. If you look at the stock exchange you will see that this up and down happens every day by the minute, and while some days are better than some, there has been a significant overall gain over time.

The most recent market crash you may remember was 2008, markets fell 43% and most people who cashed out lost money because the following year markets were up by 48% and five years later it was up by 102%. During periods of market downturn, talk with your financial advisor and let him/ her be your sounding board as opposed to the news. Stay invested.

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fall in stocks and you hear in the news that the markets have fallen 300-500 points and you wonder what this all means in relation to your investments. At this point anxiety steps in, you start thinking about the market more than you want to, but it’s on your mind, you cannot afford to lose your investments.

The market drops a little more and you are in denial about what is happening, saying to yourself that it couldn’t be that bad it’s going to stabilize. It doesn’t, and fear steps in, you actually fear that you may lose all your money, so you become desperate and you begin to panic because you are in a state of despair.

Then you make the biggest mistake an investor can make, you sell off your investments at your desperate moment and suffer a great loss. You vow never to get back into the market and that’s the end of your investment spiel.

Make of thy dwelling a profitable investment If you are living off 90% of your earning and if any part can be turned into a profitable in-

vestment, so much faster will your treasures grow. No man’s family can fully enjoy life unless they have a plot of ground they own wherein children can play and the wife may take care of her family. In simpler words, it means to own your own home. There is a difference between living in a house and living in a home. One should strive to own their own home rather than renting because the money spent to live there will be returned back plus interest upon either the sale of the property or accessing the equity built up in the property. Compared to today, this lesson may have been easier to accomplish before people were looking at homes that were seven or fifteen times their annual income.

Ensure a Future Income It behooves a man to make preparations for a suitable income in the days to come when he is no longer young. To make preparations for his family should he be no longer with them to comfort and support them. He should plan certain investments that may endure safely for many years, yet will be available when the time arrives which he has anticipated.

Surely small regular payments made into a savings accounts with regularity produces profitable results. A man may buy houses or land for this purpose, if wisely chosen as to their usefulness and value in the future they are permanent. No man can afford not to ensure a treasure for his old age and the protection of his family, no matter how prosperous his business and investment. In other words, invest for retirement and your family’s well-

being after your passing. You should be dropping some Sir Robert Borden’s right into your retirement account if you can possibly afford it. As Sir Winston Churchill once mentioned, “If I had it my way, I would write the word ‘Insurance‘ upon the door of every cottage and upon the blotting book of every public man, because I am convinced, for sacrifices so small, families and estates can be protected against catastrophes that would otherwise smash them up forever.”

Increase Thy Ability to Earn Cultivate thy own powers to study and become wiser and to become more skillful. Preceding accomplishments must be desire. Thy desires must be strong and definite. General desires are but weak longings. Wealth is accumulated first in small sums, then in larger ones as a man learns and becomes more capable. As a man improves himself in his calling even doth his ability to earn increases.

More interest in your work, move concentration upon the task, more persistence in the effort. The more wisdom we know, the more we may earn. There are two logical ways to become wealthier. The first would be to spend less, and the second would be to earn more. By increasing your ability to earn, you deserve to be paid more. A way to upgrade yourself would be by reading books that help in your profession. As the saying goes ‘He who learns, earns; and He who reads, leads’, it is important to hone your skills consistently so as not to lag behind your peers.

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sports

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Hamilton 100, Reifer 95 pressure for England ‘A’ JAMAICA -- Jahmar Hamilton slammed his sixth first-class hundred, but Raymon Reifer fell agonisingly short of his second, as West Indies A moved into a superior position against England Lions in the second “Test” Monday.

The diminutive Hamilton struck an even 100 to anchor the middle of the innings before Reifer was the glue that held the bottom half together with a fluent 95, as Windies A were bowled out for 422 about an hour and 10 minutes before the scheduled close on the second day of the match at Sabina Park to gain a 277-run first-innings lead.

They however, had to share the spotlight with left-arm spinner Jack Leach, whose 6-138 from 41.4 overs made him the pick of the English bowlers.

The home team however, failed to make any headway in an hour in the field before stumps were drawn, as the Lions reached 34 without loss in their second innings with their captain Keaton Jennings not out on 11 and fellow opener Haseeb Hameed not out on 18.

Starting the day on 159 for four, the overnight pair of Hamilton and Dowrich batted resolutely through almost the first hour to consolidate the position of West Indies A.

Dowrich, not out on 20 overnight, looked set to follow up his first “Test” hundred with another significant innings before he was caught close to the wicket off Leach with the lead 55.

West Indies A all-rounder Raymon Reifer hits down the ground during his 95 watched by England Lions wicketkeeper Alex Davies on the second day of the second “Test” at Sabina Park on Monday. (CWI Media/Athelstan Bellamy)

It was extended however, when Rei-

fer came to the crease and further frustrated the Lions in a stand of 102 with Hamilton either side of lunch.

Hamilton, not out on 17 overnight, reached his hundred from 182 balls with the last of his 17 boundaries in the first hour after lunch, but faced just four more deliveries before he became the only wicket for Toby Roland-Jones after spending 3 hours and 45 minutes in the middle.

Further resistance came when the burly Rahkeem Cornwall came to the wicket and shared 49 for the seven wicket with Reifer, who duly passed his 50.

Cornwall was bowled by Leach for 25 to leave West Indies A 351 for seven, and Jomel Warrican proved not to be the immovable force he was in the first “Test” and was stumped off Leach for seven before tea.

After tea, Reifer continued to keep the score moving with a view to another firstclass hundred, but Louis was caught at slip to become the only wicket for Paul Coughlin.

This left Reifer with batting bunny Keon Joseph to partner him in the search for the milestone, but trying to push on, Leach bowled him after a near four-hour stay that included eight fours and two sixes from 179 balls.

West Indies A lead the three-match series 1-0, after winning the first “Test” which ended last Sunday by two wickets at the Trelawny Multipurpose Complex on the Jamaica north coast.

SCOREBOARD Windies A vs England Lions 2nd day, 2nd “Test” ENGLAND LIONS 1st Innings 145 WEST INDIES A 1st Innings

(overnight 159 for four) J Campbell c Hameed b Leach...............47 K Powell c and b Livingstone..................59 J Blackwood c Jennings b Leach...............6 S Brooks b Livingstone................................1 J Hamilton c Clarke b Roland-Jones....100 S Dowrich c Gubbins b Leach.................43 R Reifer b Leach..........................................95 R Cornwall b Leach....................................25 J Warrican st Davies b Leach......................7 J Louis c Jennings b Coughlin.................14 K Peters not out.............................................5 Extras (b4, lb10, w3, nb3)........................20 TOTAL (all out, 110.4 overs).......422 Fall of wickets: 1-72, 2-78, 3-87, 4-128, 5-200, 6-302, 7-351, 8-371, 9-410 Bowling: Porter 11-2-51-0; Roland-Jones 101-42-1; Livingstone 23-4-83-2; Leach 41.4-6138-6; Crane 14-1-59-0 (nb3, w2); Coughlin 11-1-35-1 (w1) ENGLAND LIONS 2nd Innings K Jennings not out ...................................11 H Hameed not out ....................................18 Extras (lb1, nb4)............................................5 TOTAL (without loss, 18 overs)....34 Bowling: Reifer 2-1-3-0 (nb1); Louis 2-0-5-0 (nb1); Joseph 2-1-1-0 (nb1); Cornwall 7-211-0 (nb1); Warrican 5-3-13-0 Position: England Lions trail by 243 with all second innings wickets standing Umpires: V Smith, C Wright Match referee: C Felix Reserve umpire: R Samuels - Trinidad Guardian

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