Olin Williams

Oct 15, 2024 | mtlcommunitycontact.com | Jessica Gauthier |Olin Williams |Melanie Scott

The West Island Black Community Association (WIBCA) held its annual “Tropical Nights” gala on September 21st in Dollard-des-Ormeaux. The event celebrated the community’s achievements and raised funds for future generations. The evening featured live Caribbean-inspired entertainment, including steel pan music and dance performances. Attendees enjoyed a Caribbean-themed dinner and the gala’s festive atmosphere.

Oct 15, 2024 | mtlcommunitycontact.com | Jessica Gauthier |Olin Williams |Melanie Scott |Rosie Awori

When speaking to Sharon Nelson, it is clear that a heart for community empowerment is her driving force. Her work as second Vice President of the Jamaica Association of Montreal has been applauded by community leaders and members alike. Just recently, she was honored with the special Golden Heart award in memory of the late Egbert Gaye for her work in community building. Now she is running for the NDG ward representative for the English School Board of Montreal (ESMB) elections this November.

Oct 15, 2024 | mtlcommunitycontact.com | Jessica Gauthier |Olin Williams |Melanie Scott |Rosie Awori

When he started his musical journey over 30 years ago Mike S’obrian, commonly known as Stemz, didn’t know that it would be music that would help him navigate a period of deep grief in his life. “I’m still going through it,” he says to the CONTACT via phone interview. The “it” he is referring to is the passing away of his father Allan “Tony” Ramroop S’obrian in July 2024.

Oct 15, 2024 | mtlcommunitycontact.com | Jessica Gauthier |Olin Williams |Melanie Scott |Emar Mitchell

Dr. Alwin SpenceMrs. Ruby Smith was one of four Black teachers at a rural school in New Jersey. The school had a staff of eighteen teachers and one principal. Of the eighteen teachers, Mrs. Smith and three others were Black. Mrs. Smith was one of the grade five teachers. She was well loved by her students. Parents also admired her, and often requested that their children be placed in her class. She was also from the community and was the only teacher with a master’s degree in education.

Oct 15, 2024 | mtlcommunitycontact.com | Jessica Gauthier |Olin Williams |Melanie Scott |Emar Mitchell

Did you feel the cold breeze early this morning when you stepped outside? Yes! Fall is here, which means changing weather in the north and hurricane season in the south. The month of October still has lots of Caribbean entertainment going on in spite of weather changes such as, Miami Carnival, Tobago Carnival and Diwali. The Miami carnival is still a green light despite hurricane Milton.