I’ve seen Toronto Caribbean Carnival through many lenses. I’ve played mas all my life, I’ve made costumes with my dad, I’ve covered the parade many times as a reporter. It’s one of my favourite topics. As a Caribbean lifestyle blogger, I’d be remiss if I didn’t dedicate a few posts to Toronto carnival or Caribana as it is more commonly known. A did a short video where I answer a few questions you’ve been asking. These are things that work for ME. There are many more things to discuss.
Toronto Caribbean Carnival aka Caribana is right around the corner. Soca parties and various events are already in full swing. Having grown up with a dad who designs carnival costumes, I’m a carnival baby in every sense of the word. It’s a big part of who I am. This the first year in a long time that I have the freedom to actually enjoy a full Toronto carnival. But with that being said…what the hell am I gonna wear?!! I put together some options. Let me know what you think. Continue Reading…
It’s National Volunteer Week and a couple nights ago I was invited to volunteer at a Girl Guides of Canada (GGC) unit meeting. I jumped at the opportunity because, as you might have heard me mention on air at CP24, I was a Girl Guide in high school in St.Vincent. Continue Reading…
I shared with you on my social media that I was featured in a digital photo series called “HerStory In Black” profiling Black women from Ontario. I was so honoured to be included in this major project produced by Emily Mills of How She Hustles. On Monday the Canadian Broadcasting Company (CBC) hosted an event celebrating all 150 of us. And I almost didn’t go…because I was all up in my feelings. Continue Reading…
This is not about encouraging anyone to leave their job, Continue Reading…
