Launching a project often requires more than skills or financial resources. It also requires accepting to step outside one’s comfort zone, believing in one’s potential, and knowing how to surround oneself with the right people.

International Table Festival: Dominique Brings African Comic Books to Life Through Lingala Transforming comic books into a tool for cultural transmission while telling universal stories. That is the challenge embraced by Dominique, a comic book writer who came to present his work at the International Table Festival. Through his creations, he highlights original stories inspired by his imagination while promoting the Lingala language to audiences from all backgrounds.

Immigrant Entrepreneurship: Resilience and Boldness as the Driving Forces Behind Success in Canada Building a business in a new country requires far more than technical skills. For many immigrant entrepreneurs, the real challenge is first earning the trust of their first clients, overcoming prejudice, and persevering despite repeated setbacks. That was the strong message that emerged from a gathering where several entrepreneurs shared their journeys and their vision for the

The story of the first black person to arrive in Canada is not simply about one individual stepping onto unfamiliar shores. Rather, it is a complex narrative shaped by centuries of history, crossing continents and involving countless people whose stories have been lost over time.

Saint-Léonard Celebrates Saint-Jean-Baptiste Under the Sign of Cultural Diversity and Unity The Haitian-Canadian-Québécois community marked Quebec’s national holiday with a celebration centered on sharing, culture, and inclusion. Organized by the Association haïtienne Canado-Québécoise des Parfaits, the event brought together families, artists, entrepreneurs, and political representatives around a common goal: celebrating Quebec identity in all its diversity.

Preserving cultural identities and promoting dialogue between communities were at the heart of the 8th edition of the Yemba Canada Festival, organized on July 4, 2026, by the non-profit organization Yemba Canada. The event highlighted the Yemba language, spoken in the western region of Cameroon, as well as the traditions and values that are part of this cultural heritage.

The needs of elderly people from Afro-descendant communities remain too often overlooked in the delivery of services in Quebec. To address this reality, an event held on May 30, 2026, at the Armand-Frappier Museum presented an initiative aimed at providing support that is better adapted to the cultural, social, and human realities of seniors.

A local initiative is relying on creativity, solidarity, and material recovery to provide a concrete response to the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness. Called “Recoudre l’espoir” (Sewing Hope), the project presented during a 5 à 7 de l’espoir gathering brought together various community stakeholders around an approach that combines social reintegration, waste reduction, and support for vulnerable individuals.

The first day of the International African Diaspora Meetings (RIDA 2026) officially launched three days of discussions focused on strengthening ties between Canada,

At a symposium dedicated to Afro-descendant entrepreneurship, experts, business leaders, and diplomats delivered a clear-eyed assessment: Canada is facing a major strategic and perceptual lag on the African continent. Moving beyond conventional rhetoric, the speakers advocated for pragmatic economic cooperation, greater recognition of African expertise, and increased political mobilization within diaspora communities.

An internal and criminal investigation targeting around fifteen officers from Station 39 of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) has raised serious concerns regarding allegations of racist and hateful behavior during police interventions.

Strengthening economic relations between Canada and Africa continues to gain importance in investment strategies, international cooperation, and market diversification. It was within this context that the 8th Canada–Africa Trade and Investment Forum, organized by Force Leadership Africain, brought together government representatives, diplomats, entrepreneurs, investors, and members of the African diaspora.

The Lebanese Festival continues its mission of bringing Quebec communities together through culture, gastronomy, and music during its 24th edition. The event, which welcomes thousands of visitors every year, highlights the richness of Lebanese culture while encouraging exchanges between different communities.

The recent appearance of a group of white supremacist extremists in Shawinigan has sparked strong political reactions across Quebec, reigniting concerns about the rise of hate speech and the growing influence of far-right movements. Asked about the incident, MNA Charlie Lorism unequivocally condemned the demonstrations while calling for a coordinated response from all levels of government.

Entrepreneurship, perseverance, and personal growth are at the heart of the journey of Cripin Foquet, a Quebec entrepreneur and newly published author. Through his companies and his book titled The Power of Resilience, he aims to share a message of hope and demonstrate that entrepreneurial success is accessible to those who are ready to seize opportunities and persevere.

Understanding how democratic institutions operate and the concrete role played by elected officials remains an essential issue for many citizens, particularly for communities that have recently arrived in Quebec. In an interview conducted as part of civic journalism, Franz Benjamin,

Transforming a personal hardship into a source of creation and sharing. This is the journey of Doris Jean-Baptiste, a multidisciplinary artist who uses painting, materials, and abstract art to express her emotions, convey a message of hope, and create human connections.

Transforming a childhood passion into an agricultural project recognized for its social, economic, and intercultural impact. That is the achievement of the founder of the Voluntary Group for Sustainable Rural Development North-South (GVDRD North-South), who has spent more than a decade cultivating tropical vegetables adapted to Quebec's climate while fostering stronger connections between communities.

The Keys to Persuasion and Public Speaking: Cédric Parker Nutang Unveils His Approach to Leadership Through Speech

Transformer les épreuves les plus douloureuses en une mission de vie. C'est le parcours que raconte Nadia Sénac, fondatrice de l'organisme Le Diamant Bleu de Nadia, qui œuvre depuis quatre ans pour soutenir les personnes confrontées aux enjeux de santé mentale, particulièrement au sein des communautés issues de la diversité.