TORONTO: BBPA Exchange 2012 Men of Honour : Tuesday, March 27
BBPA Exchange Presents: Distinguished Men of Honour, A Pre-Harry Jerome Awards Event
Sponsored by Sterling Dental
Tuesday, March 27
6:00 pm reception; 7:00 pm event
Pantages Hotel, 200 Victoria Street (near Yonge)
The purpose of the Men of Honour Exchange is to honour the accomplishments of outstanding individuals who deserve to be recognized. The BBPA believes that the men in our communities who have done exceedingly well
to advance themselves and who stand as a beacon of hope for other men should be celebrated.
Tickets: $20 (BBPA members), $30 (non-members), $10 (students)
The 2012 Distinguished Men of Honour Award Recipients
JAMAAL MAGLOIRE
A twelve-year veteran of the National Basketball Association, Jamaal "Big Cat" Magloire-the tough, defensive-playing centre, resilient enforcer, rebounder, and shot-blocker-was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Trinidadian parents, Garth and Marion.While playing basketball is his first love, it is only one of many strong attributes that make Jamaal an outstanding leader in his community and an ambassador for Toronto's Caribbean culture. Jamaal is a
supporter of Canadian Tire's Jumpstart charities, and he continues to be involved with his mother Marion's non-profit organization, Youth Deserve a Chance to Dream.He founded the Jamaal Magloire Basketball Association (JAMBA) in 2006, providing children in Scarborough (the area of Toronto where he grew up) with the opportunity to play and compete amongst the Ontario Basketball Association and various other tournaments. JAMBA also encourages education as a means to achieving dreams, and players have had high success rates with acceptances to colleges and universities.
AL ST. LOUIS
Al St. Louis is one of Toronto's foremost spoken word artist, actor and motivational educator.As the founder and host of When Words Are Spoken, his unique brand of spiritually intense poetry is embraced world-wide.Motivationally, Al speaks to adults and youth within high schools and universities encouraging all to dream bigger and unlock their passion.His equal passion and talent for acting has lifted his career to new and exciting heights, acting and performing alongside many reputable directors, actors, and artists in theatre film and mainstream television.Being a poet, motivational educator, actor as well as owner of Loc 'N Twist Natural Hair Studio, Al never has a dull moment, however, he always makes time to spread the "word."
MARLON REID
Marlon Reid has worked in the Investment Banking arm of TD Bank Group for over ten years.In 2009, he was
appointed to co-chair the Black Community Subcommittee of TD Bank's Diversity Leadership Council. He also serves as the program director of a TD Securities training program. Marlon is a tireless and committed role model and community leader, serving two terms as President of the Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC), and he also chairs UFSC's Corporate Advisory Board. Marlon holds a business degree from York University, a law degree from the
University of Ottawa, and a Master of Finance degree from the Rotman School of Management.
NATHAN DOWNER
Nathan Downer currently works as a reporter/anchor for CP24 Toronto's Breaking News, where he covers breaking news and featured stories.Nathan is an active member of the Canadian Association of Black Journalists, and he is involved with many charities, such as Camp Jumoke, which helps children with sickle cell anemia, and the Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario, where he serves on the advisory board. Nathan began his career in 2000 hosting a talk show on CHIN radio.In 2001 he hosted "SportsRap with Nathan Downer," and "The Kenny and Nate Show," as well read the news on FLOW 93.5. From 2003 to 2008 Nathan worked as a reporter at Global News.While he was there
he won three prestigous RTNDA awards.
MARK BECKLES
Mark Beckles is the Regional Vice President, Retail Banking with RBC Royal Bank. He has a broad
experience in financial services, particularly in retail, property, liability, and insurance programs. In 2002, Mark assumed the role of CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund (Canada), which has drawn high praise from international leaders like former United States PresidentBill Clinton. In 2011, Mark received the City of Toronto Bob Marley Award for his commitment to diversity and city building. Mark, who holds an MBA in International Business from the University of Bradford, currently serves on the Advisory Board of Afro Global Television and the Urban Financial
Services Coalition.
KARDINAL OFFISHALL
Kardinal Offishall is a four-time Juno award winner, multiple ASCAP award winner and Socan award winner. He also holds four MMVA's under his belt, along with epic MMVA performances. Kardinal is one of the hardest working men in the business and never stops working to perfect his craft as an artist, performer, entertainer, and businessman.
The Toronto-bred star has crisscrossed the globe performing in some of the most prestigious stadiums, arenas and festivals, giving his fans the ultimate high energy, mash-up performance. Kardinal Offishall has positioned himself as an iconic figure amongst the international hip-hop and dancehall scene and is once again ready to take the
world by storm.
DWIGHT DRUMMOND
News anchor Dwight Drummond is the co-host of CBC News Toronto at 5, 5:30 and 6 p.m. weeknights on CBC Television. Dwight has been covering news in Toronto as an anchor and reporter for over two decades, previously as the crime specialist for CityNews and co-host of Citynews@Five on CityTV. Dwight has also received a number awards for his police reporting and awards and commendations for his community work. He was honoured with the Men of Excellence Award and the African Canadian Achievement Award for excellence in media.
MARK CUMMINGS
Mark Cummings is the Senior Vice-President and Head, Insurance Canada and has overall responsibility for developing, leading and executing Scotiabank's Canadian Insurance strategy.He is also responsible for all existing insurance business lines and subsidiaries in Canada. Mark serves as a director on a number of Scotiabank Insurance boards. He is also a board member of the Canadian Association of Financial Institutions in Insurance.Mark is also very active in the community, currently serving on the Board of Directors and Chair of the HR Committee of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto and as a Director of the Haliburton Club for Scouts Canada.
LYTTON BARRETT
Lytton is a resident of Markham, Unionville for over 35 years, where he started his business, Vanton Electric, in 1972. He has been founder/co-founder of Fairview Jamaica and TEKA Jamaica LTD, respectively.Additionally, he is the
President and CEO of Brant-Ville Construction Ltd and its subsidiaries, Brant-Ville Construction Management Inc. and BCMI Electric in Concord, Ontario. Lytton is known for his humanitarian contributions to his local and international communities. He is a strong supporter of charity events, especially those that serve marginalized communities.He has a big heart for education and ensuring that the marginalized is given a fair chance of education. Lytton has made significant contributions to many boards locally and internationally, and he is mentor and significant supporter of established leaders in the community.
JULIAN FALCONER
Julian Falconer is a Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada.A major component of Julian's practice has involved advocacy in human rights and public interest litigation.In addition to various corporate interests, Julian has acted as counsel for numerous community service organizations. Following the shooting death of Toronto high school student Jordan Manners at C.W. Jefferys School in May 2007, Julian was appointed to chair an independent inquiry into
the safety of students across the Toronto school system. The School Safety Panel's work resulted in a five volume report entitled "The Road to Health." Julian's public interest work has been recognized by many awards. He has been named as one of Canada's Top 25 most influential lawyers.
More info on the BBPA and its programs & initiatives at: www.bbpa.org
Sponsored by Sterling Dental
Tuesday, March 27
6:00 pm reception; 7:00 pm event
Pantages Hotel, 200 Victoria Street (near Yonge)
The purpose of the Men of Honour Exchange is to honour the accomplishments of outstanding individuals who deserve to be recognized. The BBPA believes that the men in our communities who have done exceedingly well
to advance themselves and who stand as a beacon of hope for other men should be celebrated.
Tickets: $20 (BBPA members), $30 (non-members), $10 (students)
The 2012 Distinguished Men of Honour Award Recipients
JAMAAL MAGLOIRE
A twelve-year veteran of the National Basketball Association, Jamaal "Big Cat" Magloire-the tough, defensive-playing centre, resilient enforcer, rebounder, and shot-blocker-was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Trinidadian parents, Garth and Marion.While playing basketball is his first love, it is only one of many strong attributes that make Jamaal an outstanding leader in his community and an ambassador for Toronto's Caribbean culture. Jamaal is a
supporter of Canadian Tire's Jumpstart charities, and he continues to be involved with his mother Marion's non-profit organization, Youth Deserve a Chance to Dream.He founded the Jamaal Magloire Basketball Association (JAMBA) in 2006, providing children in Scarborough (the area of Toronto where he grew up) with the opportunity to play and compete amongst the Ontario Basketball Association and various other tournaments. JAMBA also encourages education as a means to achieving dreams, and players have had high success rates with acceptances to colleges and universities.
AL ST. LOUIS
Al St. Louis is one of Toronto's foremost spoken word artist, actor and motivational educator.As the founder and host of When Words Are Spoken, his unique brand of spiritually intense poetry is embraced world-wide.Motivationally, Al speaks to adults and youth within high schools and universities encouraging all to dream bigger and unlock their passion.His equal passion and talent for acting has lifted his career to new and exciting heights, acting and performing alongside many reputable directors, actors, and artists in theatre film and mainstream television.Being a poet, motivational educator, actor as well as owner of Loc 'N Twist Natural Hair Studio, Al never has a dull moment, however, he always makes time to spread the "word."
MARLON REID
Marlon Reid has worked in the Investment Banking arm of TD Bank Group for over ten years.In 2009, he was
appointed to co-chair the Black Community Subcommittee of TD Bank's Diversity Leadership Council. He also serves as the program director of a TD Securities training program. Marlon is a tireless and committed role model and community leader, serving two terms as President of the Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC), and he also chairs UFSC's Corporate Advisory Board. Marlon holds a business degree from York University, a law degree from the
University of Ottawa, and a Master of Finance degree from the Rotman School of Management.
NATHAN DOWNER
Nathan Downer currently works as a reporter/anchor for CP24 Toronto's Breaking News, where he covers breaking news and featured stories.Nathan is an active member of the Canadian Association of Black Journalists, and he is involved with many charities, such as Camp Jumoke, which helps children with sickle cell anemia, and the Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario, where he serves on the advisory board. Nathan began his career in 2000 hosting a talk show on CHIN radio.In 2001 he hosted "SportsRap with Nathan Downer," and "The Kenny and Nate Show," as well read the news on FLOW 93.5. From 2003 to 2008 Nathan worked as a reporter at Global News.While he was there
he won three prestigous RTNDA awards.
MARK BECKLES
Mark Beckles is the Regional Vice President, Retail Banking with RBC Royal Bank. He has a broad
experience in financial services, particularly in retail, property, liability, and insurance programs. In 2002, Mark assumed the role of CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund (Canada), which has drawn high praise from international leaders like former United States PresidentBill Clinton. In 2011, Mark received the City of Toronto Bob Marley Award for his commitment to diversity and city building. Mark, who holds an MBA in International Business from the University of Bradford, currently serves on the Advisory Board of Afro Global Television and the Urban Financial
Services Coalition.
KARDINAL OFFISHALL
Kardinal Offishall is a four-time Juno award winner, multiple ASCAP award winner and Socan award winner. He also holds four MMVA's under his belt, along with epic MMVA performances. Kardinal is one of the hardest working men in the business and never stops working to perfect his craft as an artist, performer, entertainer, and businessman.
The Toronto-bred star has crisscrossed the globe performing in some of the most prestigious stadiums, arenas and festivals, giving his fans the ultimate high energy, mash-up performance. Kardinal Offishall has positioned himself as an iconic figure amongst the international hip-hop and dancehall scene and is once again ready to take the
world by storm.
DWIGHT DRUMMOND
News anchor Dwight Drummond is the co-host of CBC News Toronto at 5, 5:30 and 6 p.m. weeknights on CBC Television. Dwight has been covering news in Toronto as an anchor and reporter for over two decades, previously as the crime specialist for CityNews and co-host of Citynews@Five on CityTV. Dwight has also received a number awards for his police reporting and awards and commendations for his community work. He was honoured with the Men of Excellence Award and the African Canadian Achievement Award for excellence in media.
MARK CUMMINGS
Mark Cummings is the Senior Vice-President and Head, Insurance Canada and has overall responsibility for developing, leading and executing Scotiabank's Canadian Insurance strategy.He is also responsible for all existing insurance business lines and subsidiaries in Canada. Mark serves as a director on a number of Scotiabank Insurance boards. He is also a board member of the Canadian Association of Financial Institutions in Insurance.Mark is also very active in the community, currently serving on the Board of Directors and Chair of the HR Committee of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto and as a Director of the Haliburton Club for Scouts Canada.
LYTTON BARRETT
Lytton is a resident of Markham, Unionville for over 35 years, where he started his business, Vanton Electric, in 1972. He has been founder/co-founder of Fairview Jamaica and TEKA Jamaica LTD, respectively.Additionally, he is the
President and CEO of Brant-Ville Construction Ltd and its subsidiaries, Brant-Ville Construction Management Inc. and BCMI Electric in Concord, Ontario. Lytton is known for his humanitarian contributions to his local and international communities. He is a strong supporter of charity events, especially those that serve marginalized communities.He has a big heart for education and ensuring that the marginalized is given a fair chance of education. Lytton has made significant contributions to many boards locally and internationally, and he is mentor and significant supporter of established leaders in the community.
JULIAN FALCONER
Julian Falconer is a Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada.A major component of Julian's practice has involved advocacy in human rights and public interest litigation.In addition to various corporate interests, Julian has acted as counsel for numerous community service organizations. Following the shooting death of Toronto high school student Jordan Manners at C.W. Jefferys School in May 2007, Julian was appointed to chair an independent inquiry into
the safety of students across the Toronto school system. The School Safety Panel's work resulted in a five volume report entitled "The Road to Health." Julian's public interest work has been recognized by many awards. He has been named as one of Canada's Top 25 most influential lawyers.
More info on the BBPA and its programs & initiatives at: www.bbpa.org
Renowned U.K. African studies professor, Hakim Adi, in Halifax
- March 20, 2012
Tuesday, March 20, 2012.
7:00pm - 10:00pm (There will be a Reception at 6pm in the same room the lecture will be held.)
Room 303, Student Union Building, SUB- 6136 University Avenue, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
White Man's Burden? The New Scramble For Africa By: Professor Hakim Adi. Hakim Adi is an internationally renowned scholar of Pan Africanism, African History and Politics, and the African Diaspora. The author of several important books on African Studies, he teaches at the University of Chichester in the UK. He has appeared in several television documentaries including BBC radio programs, and has written widely on the history of the African Diaspora and Africans in Britain, including three history books for children. Professor Adi starred in the multi-award winning documentary 500 Years Later (2005) alongside Maulana Karenga, Muhammed Shareef, Francis Cress Welsin, Kimani Nehusi, Paul Robeson Jr, and Nelson George. The film was written by M.K. Asante, Jr. and directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah.
7:00pm - 10:00pm (There will be a Reception at 6pm in the same room the lecture will be held.)
Room 303, Student Union Building, SUB- 6136 University Avenue, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
White Man's Burden? The New Scramble For Africa By: Professor Hakim Adi. Hakim Adi is an internationally renowned scholar of Pan Africanism, African History and Politics, and the African Diaspora. The author of several important books on African Studies, he teaches at the University of Chichester in the UK. He has appeared in several television documentaries including BBC radio programs, and has written widely on the history of the African Diaspora and Africans in Britain, including three history books for children. Professor Adi starred in the multi-award winning documentary 500 Years Later (2005) alongside Maulana Karenga, Muhammed Shareef, Francis Cress Welsin, Kimani Nehusi, Paul Robeson Jr, and Nelson George. The film was written by M.K. Asante, Jr. and directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah.
2012 Kuumba Black History Month Events @ Harbourfront Centre
- Feb. 3-5, 2012
In celebration of Black History Month, Harbourfront Centre proudly presents the 16th edition of Kuumba, a weekend-long festival that invites members of the public to explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians.
Most events are FREE and take place at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto).
KUUMBA EVENTS
FEB 3 - 5, 2012
MUSIC
Honey Jam – Then and Now (Hosted by Michie Mee, with DJ Mel Boogie)
* Ticketed event $10 - Friday, Feb. 3, 7-10 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
For the past 16 years, Honey Jam has been Canada’s premiere all-female talent showcase featuring a wide variety of local DJ’s and artists representing hip hop, jazz, gospel, reggae, blues, r&b, dance and spoken word. This celebration features performances by Kellylee Evans, Eternia, Jemeni, Kim Davis, Belinda Brady, True, Saidah Baba Talibah, Motion, Natasha Waterman and more!
VP Records/17 North Parade celebrate 50 years of Jamaican Music with Clive Chin
Saturday, Feb. 4, 8-10- p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Jamaica’s Independence, reggae music legend Clive Chin presents an exclusive DJ workshop on the history of Jamaican music. Chin is a Chinese-Jamaican record producer whose credits include recordings by Dennis Brown, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Augustus Pablo, Peter Tosh, Jackie Mittoo, The Wailers and Black Uhuru, among many others. Chin was a musical pioneer, producing the Java Java Dub album in 1973, arguably the first-ever dub album. Chin will be signing copies of the album following the event. Hosted by CBC personality Garvia Bailey.
The Known, (Un)Known
Saturday, Feb. 4, 9:30 p.m.-12 a.m. (Brigantine Room)
Hosted by Tika Simone (MTV’s The Hills Aftershow), The Known, (Un)Known is an all-ages independent artist event that showcases Toronto’s urban music stars of tomorrow, today. This session features Rochelle Jordan, Shi Wisdom and
88 Days of Fortune’s KJ, Spek Won, Abstract Random and more.
Youth Workshop and Hip-Hop Performance by P.E.A.C.E
Sunday, Feb. 5, 4-6 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
People Everywhere Actually Co-existing Equally (P.E.A.C.E.), is a mission to bring awareness to the power of action in our communities. Identifying with hip hop culture, Jamaican heritage and African roots, this workshop uses musical
inspiration and sound therapy to generate positive energy and share ideas.
T&T 50th Anniversary of Independence Celebration with Pan Fantasy
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3:30-5 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Celebrate Trinidad and Tobago’s 50th Anniversary of Independence at this musical extravaganza produced by the award-winning Pan Fantasy Steelband. The celebration kicks off with a medley of classic calypso songs that spans generations, to contemporary numbers featuring a special homage to legendary calypsonian Mighty Sparrow.
DANCE
Lua Shayenne: Afro-roots dance workshop and performance
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
Lua Shayenne presents traditional African and Afro-contemporary dance works that draw on the aesthetics and values of African culture to challenge stereotypes.
FILM
Celebrating the Cinematography of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago:
Joebell and America, directed by Asha Lovelace (Jamaica)
Friday, Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Based on the true story by Earl Lovelace, Joebell and America tells the story of Joebell, a gambler who concocts a risky plan to escape to the promise and fantasy of America. Prepared to leave everything behind, including his newly-found romance with the village beauty, Joebell sets out for his final destination. The film received the Best International Narrative Feature Award at the Women’s International Film Festival.
Celebrating Black Canadian Filmmakers:
Devotion, directed by Dawn Wilkinson (Canada)
Friday, Feb. 3, 9:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Alice, a bi-racial 11-year-old girl, has recently lost her mother in a car accident caused by her father’s drunk driving. As father and daughter begin a new life, Alice is haunted by nightmares and memories of her mother’s death
and the new woman in her father’s life. Winner of the Best Feature Award at the San Francisco Urban Kidz Film Festival, the Star! Audience Choice Award at the ReelWorld Film Festival and the 1st Annual Tony Stoltz Completion Fund
Award.
Celebrating the Cinematography of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago:
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
A series of short films celebrating the richness of Jamaican and Trinidadian cinema.
Caribbean Skin, African Identity, directed by Mandisa Patin (Trinidad & Tobago)
Caribbean Skin is a documentary that examines the concept of African identity as it has evolved over generations in Trinidad & Tobago. In it, the director explores her own identity using the Emancipation Day parade and its
rituals as a starting point for her journey. Interviews with African-Caribbean scholars define and explain some of the complexities of race in this society.
Directions, directed by Renee Pollonais (Trinidad & Tobago)
No one gives directions like a Trinidadian. In this short dramatization of that endearing and frustrating phenomenon, a number of persons are asked to give directions to a well-known Port of Spain landmark, with hilarious results.
Directions received the People’s Choice Award at the Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival.
Entry Denied, directed by Christopher Browne (Jamaica)
Entry Denied follows the story of a young Jamaican footballer from the ghetto of Kingston who is refused a visa to take up a scholarship at a university in the US. Dramatic events and coincidences conspire to take the story to an alternate
conclusion.
Now Jimmy!, directed by Mary Wells (Jamaica)
Now Jimmy! is a short documentary that explores land rights issues. The film follows a riveting and unusual story about the title character, a squatter who has built a out of salvaged materials on prime Jamaican real estate. The film received the Outstanding Documentary from the Caribbean Award by the Sheryl Lee Ralph Jamerican Film & Music Festival, iscreened at TIFF and chosen by UNESCO to be a part of an international selection of films from around the world for the new Radio-Television Afghanistan.
Celebrating Black Filmmakers:
Lying Lips, directed by Oscar Micheaux in partnership with COMMFFEST
Saturday, Feb. 4, 5 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Lying Lips is a 1939 drama starring Edna Mae Harris and Robert Earl Jones (the father of James Earl Jones) that follows a nightclub singer who refuses to "date" customers, so she's framed for the murder of her aunt, convicted of the
killing and sent to prison. However, her friend, who is a police detective, doesn't believe she did it and sets out to prove her innocence.
Celebrating Black Canadian Filmmakers:
Finder of Lost Children, directed by Ricardo Scipio (Trinidad & Tobago)
Saturday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Finder of Lost Children is the story of two half-sisters that meet for the first time after the funeral of the father neither one of them knew. These reluctant siblings make a road trip to deal with their father’s meager possessions and discover the existence of several other lost brothers and sisters who are unaware of their father’s passing. The film was screened at the Hollywood Black Film Festival and at CaribbeanTales Film Festival.
COMEDY
CANADA Vs. USA Comedy Clash
Saturday, Feb. 4, 7-9 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Team USA (Sheldon Johnson and Zack Johnson) challenge Team Canada (Jay Martin and Trixx) to a side-splitting duel of jokes and more jokes. The event sees the best comics from each country squaring off in a serious game of
humour.
FASHION
Fashion Blackout
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2-4 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Fashion Blackout is a multi-faceted event that shines a spotlight on black and diverse designers, models and influencers in the fashion industry. Join us for the screening of The Colour of Beauty, a shocking short documentary that examines racism in the fashion industry; a Walk This Way fashion workshop with Canadian model Stacey McKenzie and panel discussions with fashion designers and influencers such as Montreal’s Miss Sly (Noëlly Sam), leading model agent
Norwayne Anderson (NAM) and journalist Sarah Nicole Prickett. Hosted by CBC personality Anne-Marie Mediwake.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Identify and Address: A Panel Discussion about Black Women and Leadership with The Congress of Black Women
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3-5 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Identify and Address is a panel discussion created in partnership with The Congress of Black Women of Canada. A group of selected panelists will discuss and answer questions from the audience about issues black women face.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
A Celebration of Afro-diasporic Tradition through Storytelling with Itah Sadu and Guests
Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5, 2-3 p.m. (Miss Lou’s Room)
Author and storyteller Itah Sadu shares the rich oral traditions of the Caribbean, Africa and North America with tales that celebrate African roots.
OWARE: African Board Gaming
Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5, 3-6 p.m. (Miss Lou’s Room)
Learn to play or watch the hugely popular traditional African board game Oware with MACPRI Oware Canada. Oware is the oldest ancient Egyptian board game still widely played in the world today.
Rhythms of Guinea: Drumming Workshop with Alpha Rhythm Roots
Sunday, Feb. 5, 1-3 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
Participants can learn basic drumming techniques with Alpha Rhythm Roots and discover the music, dance, traditions and culture of Guinea, Africa.
DJ SKATE NIGHT
Soca on Ice featuring Dr. Jay de Soca Prince Saturday, Feb. 4, 8-11 p.m. (The Natrel® Rink)
DJ Skate Night explores hot Caribbean rhythms at the second soca party on ice as Dr. Jay de Soca Prince heats things up with spicy soca and calypso tunes.
MARKET PLACE
Village Market
Friday, Feb. 3, 6-11 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 4, 1-11 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 5, 1-6
p.m. (Marilyn Brewer Community Space)
Harbourfront Centre’s Village Market features exotic, sustainable and eco-friendly products of excellent quality and unquestionable authenticity.
For more info and to buy tickets, go to: harbourfrontcentre.com or call 416-973-4000
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Most events are FREE and take place at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto).
KUUMBA EVENTS
FEB 3 - 5, 2012
MUSIC
Honey Jam – Then and Now (Hosted by Michie Mee, with DJ Mel Boogie)
* Ticketed event $10 - Friday, Feb. 3, 7-10 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
For the past 16 years, Honey Jam has been Canada’s premiere all-female talent showcase featuring a wide variety of local DJ’s and artists representing hip hop, jazz, gospel, reggae, blues, r&b, dance and spoken word. This celebration features performances by Kellylee Evans, Eternia, Jemeni, Kim Davis, Belinda Brady, True, Saidah Baba Talibah, Motion, Natasha Waterman and more!
VP Records/17 North Parade celebrate 50 years of Jamaican Music with Clive Chin
Saturday, Feb. 4, 8-10- p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Jamaica’s Independence, reggae music legend Clive Chin presents an exclusive DJ workshop on the history of Jamaican music. Chin is a Chinese-Jamaican record producer whose credits include recordings by Dennis Brown, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Augustus Pablo, Peter Tosh, Jackie Mittoo, The Wailers and Black Uhuru, among many others. Chin was a musical pioneer, producing the Java Java Dub album in 1973, arguably the first-ever dub album. Chin will be signing copies of the album following the event. Hosted by CBC personality Garvia Bailey.
The Known, (Un)Known
Saturday, Feb. 4, 9:30 p.m.-12 a.m. (Brigantine Room)
Hosted by Tika Simone (MTV’s The Hills Aftershow), The Known, (Un)Known is an all-ages independent artist event that showcases Toronto’s urban music stars of tomorrow, today. This session features Rochelle Jordan, Shi Wisdom and
88 Days of Fortune’s KJ, Spek Won, Abstract Random and more.
Youth Workshop and Hip-Hop Performance by P.E.A.C.E
Sunday, Feb. 5, 4-6 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
People Everywhere Actually Co-existing Equally (P.E.A.C.E.), is a mission to bring awareness to the power of action in our communities. Identifying with hip hop culture, Jamaican heritage and African roots, this workshop uses musical
inspiration and sound therapy to generate positive energy and share ideas.
T&T 50th Anniversary of Independence Celebration with Pan Fantasy
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3:30-5 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Celebrate Trinidad and Tobago’s 50th Anniversary of Independence at this musical extravaganza produced by the award-winning Pan Fantasy Steelband. The celebration kicks off with a medley of classic calypso songs that spans generations, to contemporary numbers featuring a special homage to legendary calypsonian Mighty Sparrow.
DANCE
Lua Shayenne: Afro-roots dance workshop and performance
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
Lua Shayenne presents traditional African and Afro-contemporary dance works that draw on the aesthetics and values of African culture to challenge stereotypes.
FILM
Celebrating the Cinematography of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago:
Joebell and America, directed by Asha Lovelace (Jamaica)
Friday, Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Based on the true story by Earl Lovelace, Joebell and America tells the story of Joebell, a gambler who concocts a risky plan to escape to the promise and fantasy of America. Prepared to leave everything behind, including his newly-found romance with the village beauty, Joebell sets out for his final destination. The film received the Best International Narrative Feature Award at the Women’s International Film Festival.
Celebrating Black Canadian Filmmakers:
Devotion, directed by Dawn Wilkinson (Canada)
Friday, Feb. 3, 9:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Alice, a bi-racial 11-year-old girl, has recently lost her mother in a car accident caused by her father’s drunk driving. As father and daughter begin a new life, Alice is haunted by nightmares and memories of her mother’s death
and the new woman in her father’s life. Winner of the Best Feature Award at the San Francisco Urban Kidz Film Festival, the Star! Audience Choice Award at the ReelWorld Film Festival and the 1st Annual Tony Stoltz Completion Fund
Award.
Celebrating the Cinematography of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago:
Saturday, Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
A series of short films celebrating the richness of Jamaican and Trinidadian cinema.
Caribbean Skin, African Identity, directed by Mandisa Patin (Trinidad & Tobago)
Caribbean Skin is a documentary that examines the concept of African identity as it has evolved over generations in Trinidad & Tobago. In it, the director explores her own identity using the Emancipation Day parade and its
rituals as a starting point for her journey. Interviews with African-Caribbean scholars define and explain some of the complexities of race in this society.
Directions, directed by Renee Pollonais (Trinidad & Tobago)
No one gives directions like a Trinidadian. In this short dramatization of that endearing and frustrating phenomenon, a number of persons are asked to give directions to a well-known Port of Spain landmark, with hilarious results.
Directions received the People’s Choice Award at the Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival.
Entry Denied, directed by Christopher Browne (Jamaica)
Entry Denied follows the story of a young Jamaican footballer from the ghetto of Kingston who is refused a visa to take up a scholarship at a university in the US. Dramatic events and coincidences conspire to take the story to an alternate
conclusion.
Now Jimmy!, directed by Mary Wells (Jamaica)
Now Jimmy! is a short documentary that explores land rights issues. The film follows a riveting and unusual story about the title character, a squatter who has built a out of salvaged materials on prime Jamaican real estate. The film received the Outstanding Documentary from the Caribbean Award by the Sheryl Lee Ralph Jamerican Film & Music Festival, iscreened at TIFF and chosen by UNESCO to be a part of an international selection of films from around the world for the new Radio-Television Afghanistan.
Celebrating Black Filmmakers:
Lying Lips, directed by Oscar Micheaux in partnership with COMMFFEST
Saturday, Feb. 4, 5 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Lying Lips is a 1939 drama starring Edna Mae Harris and Robert Earl Jones (the father of James Earl Jones) that follows a nightclub singer who refuses to "date" customers, so she's framed for the murder of her aunt, convicted of the
killing and sent to prison. However, her friend, who is a police detective, doesn't believe she did it and sets out to prove her innocence.
Celebrating Black Canadian Filmmakers:
Finder of Lost Children, directed by Ricardo Scipio (Trinidad & Tobago)
Saturday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Finder of Lost Children is the story of two half-sisters that meet for the first time after the funeral of the father neither one of them knew. These reluctant siblings make a road trip to deal with their father’s meager possessions and discover the existence of several other lost brothers and sisters who are unaware of their father’s passing. The film was screened at the Hollywood Black Film Festival and at CaribbeanTales Film Festival.
COMEDY
CANADA Vs. USA Comedy Clash
Saturday, Feb. 4, 7-9 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Team USA (Sheldon Johnson and Zack Johnson) challenge Team Canada (Jay Martin and Trixx) to a side-splitting duel of jokes and more jokes. The event sees the best comics from each country squaring off in a serious game of
humour.
FASHION
Fashion Blackout
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2-4 p.m. (Brigantine Room)
Fashion Blackout is a multi-faceted event that shines a spotlight on black and diverse designers, models and influencers in the fashion industry. Join us for the screening of The Colour of Beauty, a shocking short documentary that examines racism in the fashion industry; a Walk This Way fashion workshop with Canadian model Stacey McKenzie and panel discussions with fashion designers and influencers such as Montreal’s Miss Sly (Noëlly Sam), leading model agent
Norwayne Anderson (NAM) and journalist Sarah Nicole Prickett. Hosted by CBC personality Anne-Marie Mediwake.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Identify and Address: A Panel Discussion about Black Women and Leadership with The Congress of Black Women
Sunday, Feb. 5, 3-5 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
Identify and Address is a panel discussion created in partnership with The Congress of Black Women of Canada. A group of selected panelists will discuss and answer questions from the audience about issues black women face.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
A Celebration of Afro-diasporic Tradition through Storytelling with Itah Sadu and Guests
Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5, 2-3 p.m. (Miss Lou’s Room)
Author and storyteller Itah Sadu shares the rich oral traditions of the Caribbean, Africa and North America with tales that celebrate African roots.
OWARE: African Board Gaming
Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5, 3-6 p.m. (Miss Lou’s Room)
Learn to play or watch the hugely popular traditional African board game Oware with MACPRI Oware Canada. Oware is the oldest ancient Egyptian board game still widely played in the world today.
Rhythms of Guinea: Drumming Workshop with Alpha Rhythm Roots
Sunday, Feb. 5, 1-3 p.m. (Lakeside Terrace)
Participants can learn basic drumming techniques with Alpha Rhythm Roots and discover the music, dance, traditions and culture of Guinea, Africa.
DJ SKATE NIGHT
Soca on Ice featuring Dr. Jay de Soca Prince Saturday, Feb. 4, 8-11 p.m. (The Natrel® Rink)
DJ Skate Night explores hot Caribbean rhythms at the second soca party on ice as Dr. Jay de Soca Prince heats things up with spicy soca and calypso tunes.
MARKET PLACE
Village Market
Friday, Feb. 3, 6-11 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 4, 1-11 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 5, 1-6
p.m. (Marilyn Brewer Community Space)
Harbourfront Centre’s Village Market features exotic, sustainable and eco-friendly products of excellent quality and unquestionable authenticity.
For more info and to buy tickets, go to: harbourfrontcentre.com or call 416-973-4000
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The Nathaniel Dett Chorale, Lawrence Hill & the Joe Sealy Quartet! A Black History Month Spectacular! - Toronto - February 14 2012
International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference & Festival
- Toronto, Jan. 26-29, 2012
International Association of Blacks in Dance, their program, dance
Immersion, brings top dancers and dance companies of the African diaspora
from around the world to Toronto.
Part of the IABD Conference & Festival, their showcase presentations will
take place at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and will include emerging artists, a
Canadiana highlight and performers from NYC, UK, Cuba, Germany, Australia and other countries.
With special guests Sean Cheesman of So You Think You Can Dance (Canada & USA) and Garth Fagan, choreographer of The Lion King, this four-day event brings people from around the world to network and share in an international arena with dance professionals through dance classes, panel discussions and auditions for international companies.
Thursday, January 26 - Sunday, January 29, 2012
Showcase Presentations:
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 190 Princes' Boulevard, Exhibition Place
Showcase
Presentation tickets: $50 ($35 Student/Senior/CADA/IABD)
Call Arts Box Office 416-504-7529 or visit danceimmersion.ca online where information and schedules for the IABD Conference & Festival can be found.
Immersion, brings top dancers and dance companies of the African diaspora
from around the world to Toronto.
Part of the IABD Conference & Festival, their showcase presentations will
take place at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and will include emerging artists, a
Canadiana highlight and performers from NYC, UK, Cuba, Germany, Australia and other countries.
With special guests Sean Cheesman of So You Think You Can Dance (Canada & USA) and Garth Fagan, choreographer of The Lion King, this four-day event brings people from around the world to network and share in an international arena with dance professionals through dance classes, panel discussions and auditions for international companies.
Thursday, January 26 - Sunday, January 29, 2012
Showcase Presentations:
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 190 Princes' Boulevard, Exhibition Place
Showcase
Presentation tickets: $50 ($35 Student/Senior/CADA/IABD)
Call Arts Box Office 416-504-7529 or visit danceimmersion.ca online where information and schedules for the IABD Conference & Festival can be found.
Ontario Black History Society kicks off Black history Month 2012
Toronto - Jan. 29
OBHS KICK-OFF BRUNCH
Sunday,January 29th, 2012
12pm - 4pm
Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, The Governors Room
Address: 25 British Columbia Road, Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON, M6K 3C3
This is the 16th Annual OBHS Kick-Off Brunch since the official recognition by the Province of Ontario designating the month of February as Black History Month. This opening celebration launches Black History Month where the OBHS offers several presentations, speaking engagements and Black history exhibits. The OBHS Kick-Off Brunch hosts approximately 700 persons and has included Federal and Provincial Government Officials, Chief of Police, City Mayors, Business Executives, the Diplomatic Core and Youth. Hosted by Dwight Drummond and Anne-Marie Mediwake, CBC News Toronto; keynote address by Ms. Zanana Akande (educator, politician and activist); entertainment by Juno Award winner Kellylee Evans, poet Nadien Williams, The North Stars and more...Dress Code: Business Attire.
To purchase Brunch Tickets visit our website at www.blackhistorysociety.ca or call 416-867-9420
Sunday,January 29th, 2012
12pm - 4pm
Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, The Governors Room
Address: 25 British Columbia Road, Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON, M6K 3C3
This is the 16th Annual OBHS Kick-Off Brunch since the official recognition by the Province of Ontario designating the month of February as Black History Month. This opening celebration launches Black History Month where the OBHS offers several presentations, speaking engagements and Black history exhibits. The OBHS Kick-Off Brunch hosts approximately 700 persons and has included Federal and Provincial Government Officials, Chief of Police, City Mayors, Business Executives, the Diplomatic Core and Youth. Hosted by Dwight Drummond and Anne-Marie Mediwake, CBC News Toronto; keynote address by Ms. Zanana Akande (educator, politician and activist); entertainment by Juno Award winner Kellylee Evans, poet Nadien Williams, The North Stars and more...Dress Code: Business Attire.
To purchase Brunch Tickets visit our website at www.blackhistorysociety.ca or call 416-867-9420
First Fridays - Toronto 2012 Black History Month celebration - February 3
Friday, February 3
6:30pm - 11pm
Lambadina resto-Lounge (875 Bloor St. W., East of Ossington)
First Fridays Black history Month Edition. Featuring:
RasTa at the ROM - the story of the epic journey of Rita and Bob Marley’s
granddaughter, Donisha Prendergast, Frances Anne Solomon - Founder, Caribbean Tales Youth Film Festival & Storm Saulter - Director, "Better Mus Come"; Black History Month Legacy Poster Creator & Artist Robert Small; Fertility Specialist Dr. Marjorie Dixon, MD, FRCS(C), FACOG; Rhoma Spencer - Obeah
Opera, "Machete Joe" Filmmaker Howard Green; Doreen Alexander, President, Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario; Victor Beausoleil, Ward 17 TDSB Trustee Election Candidate, and more...followed by the Mix N Mingle
Admission is $15 before 7:30pm, $20 after ($5 off for Students). **Free Admission for the first 10 people to attend with a Western Union Transaction Receipt from within the week**
6:30pm - 11pm
Lambadina resto-Lounge (875 Bloor St. W., East of Ossington)
First Fridays Black history Month Edition. Featuring:
RasTa at the ROM - the story of the epic journey of Rita and Bob Marley’s
granddaughter, Donisha Prendergast, Frances Anne Solomon - Founder, Caribbean Tales Youth Film Festival & Storm Saulter - Director, "Better Mus Come"; Black History Month Legacy Poster Creator & Artist Robert Small; Fertility Specialist Dr. Marjorie Dixon, MD, FRCS(C), FACOG; Rhoma Spencer - Obeah
Opera, "Machete Joe" Filmmaker Howard Green; Doreen Alexander, President, Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario; Victor Beausoleil, Ward 17 TDSB Trustee Election Candidate, and more...followed by the Mix N Mingle
Admission is $15 before 7:30pm, $20 after ($5 off for Students). **Free Admission for the first 10 people to attend with a Western Union Transaction Receipt from within the week**
Montreal Black Film Festival celebrating Black History Month 2012!
TD Bank Group presents FADE TO BLACK as part of Black History Month
February 1st to 25th, 2012 - www.FadeToBlack.ca
Montreal, January 11th, 2012 – The Fabienne Colas Foundation, which is also the founder and organizer of the Montreal International Black Film Festival, celebrates Black History Month. It is therefore proud to announce TD as the main sponsor and official presenter of Fade to Black, an event whichwill be held, in collaboration with Astral, from the 1st through the 25th of February, 2012 at the NFB Theatre and the Cabaret Mile End.
‘‘LES GRANDS SPECTACLES TD’’ In addition to being the official presenter of Fade to Black, TD will also be behind "Les grands spectacles TD", presented on Saturday the 4th, 11th, and 18th at the Cabaret Mile End. Four shows that bring together four important types of Black music:
Saturday, February 4th: Folk Rhythms with Ekspresyon, Danielle Guillaume and Yanick Dutelly;
Saturday, February 11th: Jazz with Makaya and Charles Biddle Jr.;
Saturday, February 18th: World Beat with Vox Sambou and Wesli;
Saturday, February 25th: Gospel with Sylvie Desgroseilliers and the Chorale du Conservatoire de Musique Moderne;
For tickets and the complete lineup, visit: www.fadetoblack.ca.
Fade to Black: February 1st through 25th, 2012. Lineup and tickets: www.fadetoblack.ca
About Fade to Black
Presented by TD in collaboration with Astral, FADE TO BLACK is a program made up of three elements: cinema, music, and dance, all of which are placed within the context of Black History Month. Fade to Black celebrates Black culture through the idea that "Greater knowledge leads to greater understanding." Created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, FADE TO BLACK serves to increase knowledge of Black culture and bring about greater inter-cultural dialogue between the people of Quebec. It helps us to remember the past in order to enjoy the present and better forge ahead into the future. All of this is achieved through film, music, and dance. Fade to Black was born as part of the Montreal International Black Film Festival and, throughout the year, it also holds conferences and examinations of particular topics. www.fadetoblack.ca.
About the Fabienne Colas Foundation
Acting in favour of cultural diversity in Canada since 2005, the Fabienne Colas Foundation is a non-profit professional artistic organization dedicated to the promotion of cinema, art and culture. It is also the driving force behind a number of major events including the Montreal International Black Film Festival (www.montrealblackfilm.com)
The Haiti en Folie Festival in Montreal (www.haitienfolie.com ) and the Quebec Film Festival in Haiti ( www.fondationfabiennecolas.org).
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Source: Fabienne Colas Foundation
Media contact : Carla Beauvais / presse@fondationfabiennecolas.org / 438-868-5450
February 1st to 25th, 2012 - www.FadeToBlack.ca
Montreal, January 11th, 2012 – The Fabienne Colas Foundation, which is also the founder and organizer of the Montreal International Black Film Festival, celebrates Black History Month. It is therefore proud to announce TD as the main sponsor and official presenter of Fade to Black, an event whichwill be held, in collaboration with Astral, from the 1st through the 25th of February, 2012 at the NFB Theatre and the Cabaret Mile End.
‘‘LES GRANDS SPECTACLES TD’’ In addition to being the official presenter of Fade to Black, TD will also be behind "Les grands spectacles TD", presented on Saturday the 4th, 11th, and 18th at the Cabaret Mile End. Four shows that bring together four important types of Black music:
Saturday, February 4th: Folk Rhythms with Ekspresyon, Danielle Guillaume and Yanick Dutelly;
Saturday, February 11th: Jazz with Makaya and Charles Biddle Jr.;
Saturday, February 18th: World Beat with Vox Sambou and Wesli;
Saturday, February 25th: Gospel with Sylvie Desgroseilliers and the Chorale du Conservatoire de Musique Moderne;
For tickets and the complete lineup, visit: www.fadetoblack.ca.
Fade to Black: February 1st through 25th, 2012. Lineup and tickets: www.fadetoblack.ca
About Fade to Black
Presented by TD in collaboration with Astral, FADE TO BLACK is a program made up of three elements: cinema, music, and dance, all of which are placed within the context of Black History Month. Fade to Black celebrates Black culture through the idea that "Greater knowledge leads to greater understanding." Created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, FADE TO BLACK serves to increase knowledge of Black culture and bring about greater inter-cultural dialogue between the people of Quebec. It helps us to remember the past in order to enjoy the present and better forge ahead into the future. All of this is achieved through film, music, and dance. Fade to Black was born as part of the Montreal International Black Film Festival and, throughout the year, it also holds conferences and examinations of particular topics. www.fadetoblack.ca.
About the Fabienne Colas Foundation
Acting in favour of cultural diversity in Canada since 2005, the Fabienne Colas Foundation is a non-profit professional artistic organization dedicated to the promotion of cinema, art and culture. It is also the driving force behind a number of major events including the Montreal International Black Film Festival (www.montrealblackfilm.com)
The Haiti en Folie Festival in Montreal (www.haitienfolie.com ) and the Quebec Film Festival in Haiti ( www.fondationfabiennecolas.org).
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Source: Fabienne Colas Foundation
Media contact : Carla Beauvais / presse@fondationfabiennecolas.org / 438-868-5450
13th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration in Toronto
January
13, 2012 - TORONTO. The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), Education Foundation for Children's Care Canada (EFCCC), and Metro Youth Federation will host its 13th Annual Martin Luther King Celebration on January 14th at the McVety Conference Centre, 50 Gervais Drive, Don Mills/Eglinton at 6:30 pm.
In light of the recent Washington D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr.
National Memorial that was dedicated on October 16th, 2011 in the United
States, the BBPA would like to follow suit once more with a special celebration in honour of this visionary leader. Like the memorial, the theme for the event is "Beyond the Dream." The celebration is co-hosted by Nneka Elliott, former CP24 TV personality and President of the Media Huddle, and Mr. Donald McLeod, Attorney, with Keynote Speaker the renowned Author, Educator, Youth Activist, dynamic and international Motivational Speaker Professor Eric Thomas from Michigan, USA. It is a joint community event that will be televised on Rogers TV. There will also be representatives from the media and the municipal government, along with community dignitaries.
The event will feature some of Toronto's top artists, musicians and lyricists
including: Rexdale Outreach Choir, Toronto Children's Concert Choir, McMaster University Choir, Hands of Blessings, Robert Chambers, Rashaan Allwood Allstar Band, Rhonelle Patrick, Venessa Nyarkoh, Nadine Williams, Jasmyn Fyffe, Al St. Louis, Miranda Singh, and many more.
The featured sponsors of the event are the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), Metro Youth Federation, Education Foundation for Children's Care Canada, Sterling Dental, Royal Bank of Canada, G98.7 FM, Extreme Fitness,
SAV Production, Caribbean Camera, Grace Kennedy Foods, Canada Christian College, Rogers TV, Oshawa Power, Westerrn Union, World Vision, and Best Lifestyle Residence.
Come, experience and share in this explosion of heritage, talent, motivation and comradeship. Your presence will provide the united front needed as we mobilize and encourage our youth to make the difference that will move our society to the next level.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $20 at the door and are available at various outlets: Speelman's Bookhouse Limited (Rexdale), (416) 761-6563; Black Business & Professional Association (Downtown Toronto); (416) 504-4097; Nicey's
(Scarborough), (416) 497-9717; Christiandom Bookshop (McVety Center); (416) 391-0572. Children 12 years and under are $5 at the door. For more information, please contact Pauline Christian at 416-605-4724.
13, 2012 - TORONTO. The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), Education Foundation for Children's Care Canada (EFCCC), and Metro Youth Federation will host its 13th Annual Martin Luther King Celebration on January 14th at the McVety Conference Centre, 50 Gervais Drive, Don Mills/Eglinton at 6:30 pm.
In light of the recent Washington D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr.
National Memorial that was dedicated on October 16th, 2011 in the United
States, the BBPA would like to follow suit once more with a special celebration in honour of this visionary leader. Like the memorial, the theme for the event is "Beyond the Dream." The celebration is co-hosted by Nneka Elliott, former CP24 TV personality and President of the Media Huddle, and Mr. Donald McLeod, Attorney, with Keynote Speaker the renowned Author, Educator, Youth Activist, dynamic and international Motivational Speaker Professor Eric Thomas from Michigan, USA. It is a joint community event that will be televised on Rogers TV. There will also be representatives from the media and the municipal government, along with community dignitaries.
The event will feature some of Toronto's top artists, musicians and lyricists
including: Rexdale Outreach Choir, Toronto Children's Concert Choir, McMaster University Choir, Hands of Blessings, Robert Chambers, Rashaan Allwood Allstar Band, Rhonelle Patrick, Venessa Nyarkoh, Nadine Williams, Jasmyn Fyffe, Al St. Louis, Miranda Singh, and many more.
The featured sponsors of the event are the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), Metro Youth Federation, Education Foundation for Children's Care Canada, Sterling Dental, Royal Bank of Canada, G98.7 FM, Extreme Fitness,
SAV Production, Caribbean Camera, Grace Kennedy Foods, Canada Christian College, Rogers TV, Oshawa Power, Westerrn Union, World Vision, and Best Lifestyle Residence.
Come, experience and share in this explosion of heritage, talent, motivation and comradeship. Your presence will provide the united front needed as we mobilize and encourage our youth to make the difference that will move our society to the next level.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $20 at the door and are available at various outlets: Speelman's Bookhouse Limited (Rexdale), (416) 761-6563; Black Business & Professional Association (Downtown Toronto); (416) 504-4097; Nicey's
(Scarborough), (416) 497-9717; Christiandom Bookshop (McVety Center); (416) 391-0572. Children 12 years and under are $5 at the door. For more information, please contact Pauline Christian at 416-605-4724.
Don't miss the Tony-award winning production "FELA!" in Toronto - Oct. 25 - Nov. 6, 2011
FELA! is the true story of the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afrobeat rhythms ignited a generation. Inspired by his mother, a civil rights champion, he defied a corrupt and oppressive military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for freedom and human dignity.
FELA! is a triumphant tale of courage, passion and love, featuring Fela Kuti's captivating music and the visionary direction and choreography of BILL T.JONES.
When: October 25 – November 6, 2011
Where: Canon Theatre, 244 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON, M5B 1V8 416 872 1212
Performance Schedule: Tuesday to Friday 8:00 pm; Saturday 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm; Sunday 1:30 pm & 7:00 pm
Recommended for children 12 and up. Children 5 and under are not admitted
Running Time: 2 hours 35 minutes with intermission
Tickets: Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday 8:00PM - $107 | $85 | $65 | $45
Friday 8:00PM
Saturday & Sunday 1:30PM - $119 | $99 | $79 | $49
Sunday 7PM - $93 | $72 | $59 | $35
Saturday 8:00PM - $130 | $107 | $89 | $59
Website: http://www.mirvish.com/shows/fela
FELA! is a triumphant tale of courage, passion and love, featuring Fela Kuti's captivating music and the visionary direction and choreography of BILL T.JONES.
When: October 25 – November 6, 2011
Where: Canon Theatre, 244 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON, M5B 1V8 416 872 1212
Performance Schedule: Tuesday to Friday 8:00 pm; Saturday 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm; Sunday 1:30 pm & 7:00 pm
Recommended for children 12 and up. Children 5 and under are not admitted
Running Time: 2 hours 35 minutes with intermission
Tickets: Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday 8:00PM - $107 | $85 | $65 | $45
Friday 8:00PM
Saturday & Sunday 1:30PM - $119 | $99 | $79 | $49
Sunday 7PM - $93 | $72 | $59 | $35
Saturday 8:00PM - $130 | $107 | $89 | $59
Website: http://www.mirvish.com/shows/fela
Toronto
National Black Business and Professional Convention - Nov. 3-4, 2011
The 2nd Annual National Black Business and Professional Convention (NBBPC)- Expo 2011
Thursday, November 3, 2011, 4:00 PM - Friday, November 4, 2011, 6:00 PM (ET)
Allstream Centre - Exhibition Place
Toronto, Ontario M6K 3C3
Merging The BBPA Business Professionals and The Young Leaders of Tomorrow to Unveil the Roadmap to Generational Wealth!
This two-day convention will showcase the best in business, entrepreneurship, education and finance; attracting Canada’s brightest students, top employers, entrepreneurs, visionaries, and government officials. It will also focus on organizations and institutions that promote diversity. The BBPA aims to develop comprehensive strategies that ensure the inclusion of educational institutions as well as micro, small and medium-sized enterprises into BBPA’s mainstream vision.
The benefits of attending the National Black Business and Professional Convention-Expo 2011 include the opportunity to forge business relationships with some of Canada’s best employers and other professionals, learn cutting edge financial planning strategies, connect with some of Canada’s top educational institutions, and gain first-hand knowledge from some of our Nation’s most successful entrepreneurs.
This year we have combined the National Convention with the young Leaders of Tomorrow Conference, under the banner of “EDUCATION + JOB CREATION = FINANCIAL LIBERATION: The Road to Generational Wealth.” Our keynote speaker for the conference is the President of General Motors Canada, Mr. Kevin Williams. Mr. Damon Allen, former Toronto Argonauts quarterback, Chancellor G. Raymond Chang and the Honourable Mr. Justice Michael Tulloch are amongst our VIP speakers. The line-up of presenters is unprecedented based on industry experts’ reviews and conference attendees’ feedback. Special Invited VIP guests include: Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance and Mr. Michael Lee- Chin, Chairman of Portland Holdings Inc.
About the BBPA
The Black Business and Professional Association is a non-profit charitable organization that seeks to be instrumental in advancing the Black community and by extension Canadian society. Since its inception in 1983, the BBPA has been making the Black business and professional community a priority.
Cost:
Early Bird Non-BBPA Member ticket (purchased before Sept. 30, 2011) CA$190.00
Early Bird Student Ticket (full-time College or University students; purchased by Sept. 30, 2011) CA$95.00
General BBPA Member Ticket (current BBPA member in good standing) CA$160.00
General Non-BBPA Member CA$210.00
General Student Ticket (full-time College or University student) CA$105.00
Corporate Ticket (if purchasing tickets for a business and ordering for a group of at least 10 people. Nov 2, 2011) CA$210.00
BBPA website: www.bbpa.org
Thursday, November 3, 2011, 4:00 PM - Friday, November 4, 2011, 6:00 PM (ET)
Allstream Centre - Exhibition Place
Toronto, Ontario M6K 3C3
Merging The BBPA Business Professionals and The Young Leaders of Tomorrow to Unveil the Roadmap to Generational Wealth!
This two-day convention will showcase the best in business, entrepreneurship, education and finance; attracting Canada’s brightest students, top employers, entrepreneurs, visionaries, and government officials. It will also focus on organizations and institutions that promote diversity. The BBPA aims to develop comprehensive strategies that ensure the inclusion of educational institutions as well as micro, small and medium-sized enterprises into BBPA’s mainstream vision.
The benefits of attending the National Black Business and Professional Convention-Expo 2011 include the opportunity to forge business relationships with some of Canada’s best employers and other professionals, learn cutting edge financial planning strategies, connect with some of Canada’s top educational institutions, and gain first-hand knowledge from some of our Nation’s most successful entrepreneurs.
This year we have combined the National Convention with the young Leaders of Tomorrow Conference, under the banner of “EDUCATION + JOB CREATION = FINANCIAL LIBERATION: The Road to Generational Wealth.” Our keynote speaker for the conference is the President of General Motors Canada, Mr. Kevin Williams. Mr. Damon Allen, former Toronto Argonauts quarterback, Chancellor G. Raymond Chang and the Honourable Mr. Justice Michael Tulloch are amongst our VIP speakers. The line-up of presenters is unprecedented based on industry experts’ reviews and conference attendees’ feedback. Special Invited VIP guests include: Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance and Mr. Michael Lee- Chin, Chairman of Portland Holdings Inc.
About the BBPA
The Black Business and Professional Association is a non-profit charitable organization that seeks to be instrumental in advancing the Black community and by extension Canadian society. Since its inception in 1983, the BBPA has been making the Black business and professional community a priority.
Cost:
Early Bird Non-BBPA Member ticket (purchased before Sept. 30, 2011) CA$190.00
Early Bird Student Ticket (full-time College or University students; purchased by Sept. 30, 2011) CA$95.00
General BBPA Member Ticket (current BBPA member in good standing) CA$160.00
General Non-BBPA Member CA$210.00
General Student Ticket (full-time College or University student) CA$105.00
Corporate Ticket (if purchasing tickets for a business and ordering for a group of at least 10 people. Nov 2, 2011) CA$210.00
BBPA website: www.bbpa.org
Montréal - Black Theatre Workshop Presents ....
Black Theatre Workshop Presents:
STORI YA, by Joan M. Kivanda
November 17 – December 4 2011
MAI – 3680 Jeanne-Mance
For Tickets & Information: 514-932-1104 ext 226
www.blacktheatreworkshop.ca
The World’s economy is changing, and people are losing their homes. What if it happened to you? Stori Ya tells the tale of an East African woman, Maria, facing the repossession of her home. Moments before her place is taken, Maria hosts a last dinner and invites guests from her past. Stori Ya is filled with characters and traditional African songs, as Maria tells fascinating tales about a journey from Tanzania to Canada, filling you with the bittersweet memories of her life.
Stori Ya was presented at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto (2005) and at the Playwrights Theatre Centre in Vancouver (2007), and has been workshopped by famed Canadian playwright Judith Thompson and Playwrights’ Workshop Montreal.
Starring: Warona Setshwaelo
Directed by: Millie Tresierra
Set & Costume Design: James Lavoie
Lighting Design: Eric Mongerson
Sound Design: Dumisizwe Vuyo Bhembe
STORI YA, by Joan M. Kivanda
November 17 – December 4 2011
MAI – 3680 Jeanne-Mance
For Tickets & Information: 514-932-1104 ext 226
www.blacktheatreworkshop.ca
The World’s economy is changing, and people are losing their homes. What if it happened to you? Stori Ya tells the tale of an East African woman, Maria, facing the repossession of her home. Moments before her place is taken, Maria hosts a last dinner and invites guests from her past. Stori Ya is filled with characters and traditional African songs, as Maria tells fascinating tales about a journey from Tanzania to Canada, filling you with the bittersweet memories of her life.
Stori Ya was presented at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto (2005) and at the Playwrights Theatre Centre in Vancouver (2007), and has been workshopped by famed Canadian playwright Judith Thompson and Playwrights’ Workshop Montreal.
Starring: Warona Setshwaelo
Directed by: Millie Tresierra
Set & Costume Design: James Lavoie
Lighting Design: Eric Mongerson
Sound Design: Dumisizwe Vuyo Bhembe
Montréal
La 7e édition du FIFBM se déroulera du 22 septembre au 2 octobre 2011
À propos du Festival International du Film Black de Montréal - FIFBM Créé en 2005 par la Fondation Fabienne Colas, organisme à but non lucratif voué à la promotion du Cinéma, de l'Art et de la Culture, le Festival International du Film Black de Montréal (FIFBM) a pour mission de favoriser le développement de l’industrie du cinéma indépendant et mettre en valeur plus de films sur les réalités des Noirs de partout dans le monde. Il veut privilégier un cinéma autre, un cinéma qui vient d’ici ou d’ailleurs et qui ne reçoit pas forcément l’éclairage des projecteurs, un cinéma inédit, qui émeut, qui sensibilise et qui surprend ! Le tout, en abordant des sujets et en présentant des œuvres qui interpellent, qui provoquent, qui font sourire, qui laissent perplexe, qui choquent... Un regard nouveau et rafraichissant sur le cinéma noir des quatre coins du globe ! Pour plus de renseignements, visiter www.montrealblackfilm.com
125 FILMS POUR TOUS LES GOÛTS !
Une programmation éclatée, un festival qui ose! Voilà ce à quoi les festivaliers auront droit. Plus de 125 films sont programmés et répartis sous 10 thématiques : drame/action/violence, art/poésie/musique, comédie, Haïti, histoire/traditions/politique, immigration/ségrégation, conditions humaines, animation, homosexualité et esclavage. Cette sélection dénote une préoccupation soutenue et récurrente face à l'esclavage moderne, autant à travers la fiction, le documentaire que l'animation. La liste des films à voir est longue, mais quelques coups de cœur du comité de programmation pourront certainement vous guider : Lost in Africa, Habibti, Colour me, Mama Africa, Voir Ali, A Man Story, Kina, State of Violence (Violence dans la cité), The Bang Bang Club, The Dream of Elibidi, Haïti – les grands défis, The Redemption of General Butt Naked, Waste Land, Stolen, War Don Don, Les arrivants, The Black Power Mixtape, Vibes, Matinik Natti Dreads, Yeelen, L'huissier, Case départ (Back to Square One), I Am Slave (Moi, esclave).
UN SITE INTERNET TOTALEMENT REVAMPÉ
LE FIFBM a mis sur pied un tout nouveau site web (www.montrealblackfilm.com) pour permettre aux cinéphiles de mieux s'y retrouver et d'acheter leurs billets et ciné-cartes en ligne, tout en profitant d'une expérience agréable. Tous les renseignements sur la programmation, les évènements spéciaux et la billetterie s'y trouvent en un clic. Aussi : de nouvelles sections, telles que Dernières nouvelles, Blogue, Impliquez-vous, Extras, ainsi qu'une section Vidéo.
UN TOUT NOUVEAU PORTE-PAROLE ET UNE AMBASSADRICE D'HONNEUR Charles Biddle Jr. devient le porte-parole du 7e FIFBM. Il succède ainsi à la chroniqueuse Francine Grimaldi, porte-parole du Festival au cours des cinq dernières années et nouvelle ambassadrice d'honneur.
LE CINÉMA ONF DEVIENT LE POINT DE RENCONTRE DU FESTIVAL
La CinéRobothèque, espace public de l’Office national du film du Canada (ONF), ouvre grand ses portes à la 7e édition du FIFBM. En plus de présenter une sélection des meilleurs films traitant des réalités des communautés noires des quatre coins de la planète, la CinéRobothèque devient cette année un lieu de rencontres et d’échanges pour les festivaliers et les cinéastes, et propose également plusieurs activités spéciales. Tous les détails au www.montrealblackfilm.com.
LES GRANDS ÉVÈNEMENTS Pour plus de détails sur les évènements spéciaux, visitez le www.montrealblackfilm.com.
Film d’ouverture – CASE DÉPART (Back to Square One) Le jeudi 22 septembre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial, CASE DÉPART (Back to Square One) de Fabrice Éboué, Thomas Ngijol et Lionel Steketee ouvrira le Festival en grande première nord-américaine – version originale française, sous-titrée en anglais. Avec plus de 1 750 000 spectateurs en France, ce film acclamé par le public et la critique sera présenté par Global Montreal, en présence des deux humoristes, acteurs principaux et coréalisateurs Thomas Ngijol et Fabrice Éboué. Case départ, une comédie sur l'identité avec comme toile de fond l'esclavage au XVIIIe siècle, sera également en compétition officielle. Un cocktail sera servi avant la présentation. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Film de clôture – I AM SLAVE (Moi, esclave) Le dimanche 2 octobre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial, I AM SLAVE (Moi, esclave) de Gabriel Range clôturera les festivités en présence du réalisateur et sera présenté par Droits et Démocratie. Sélection officielle au Festival de Toronto 2010, I Am Slave est le plus récent film de Gabriel Range, réalisateur du film Death of a President, et est scénarisé par Jeremy Brock, qui a aussi écrit The Last King of Scotland, lequel a valu l'Oscar du meilleur acteur à Forest Whitaker. Le film met en vedetteWunmi Mosaku, Isaach De Bankolé, Lubna Azabal (Jutra de la meilleure actrice – Incendies) et Hiam Abbass. I Am Slave (Moi, esclave) se base sur l’histoire réelle de Mende Nazer, esclave du XXIe siècle et sera également en compétition officielle. Un cocktail sera servi avant la présentation. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Grand prix hommage au légendaire Souleymane Cissé par Dany Laferrière Le mardi 27 septembre 18 h à l'Hôtel Gouverneur Place Dupuis, le réalisateur Souleymane Cissé recevra le Grand prix hommage du 7e Festival international du film black de Montréal. Ce prix lui sera remis par le célèbre écrivain Dany Laferrière, récipiendaire du prix Médicis 2009. Premier cinéaste africain à être primé au Festival de Cannes, légende du cinéma africain, Souleymane Cissé recevra ce prix pour l'ensemble de son œuvre, pour sa contribution exceptionnelle à l'industrie du cinéma en général et au milieu du cinéma indépendant et africain en particulier. Le Festival rend hommage à ses efforts extraordinaires pour briser les barrières et favoriser une meilleure compréhension des réalit&eac ute;s des Noirs à travers ses films. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Conférence-débat : FONDU AU NOIR / FADE TO BLACK Le samedi 24 septembre de 13 h à 16 h au Cinéma ONF, le FIFBM présentera la conférence-débat « Fondu au Noir / Fade to Black », cette fois sous le thème CINÉMA BLACK – définition, rôle, tabous, financement et place des Noirs au cinéma et à la télévision au Québec et au Canada aujourd'hui. Fondu au Noir est présenté par la Fondation Fabienne Colas eta pour intention de créer un espace de dialogue sur les réalités du cinéma indépendant black d’ici et d’ailleurs. Plusieurs panélistes réputés prendront la parole afin d’exposer au public les différents enjeux et les perspectives de cette industrie. Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis, à Montréal). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Commémoration et hommage à la mémoire d'AZOR Le samedi 24 septembre 19 h au centre culturel La Perle Retrouvée se tiendra une grande soirée commémorative célébrant la mémoire du populaire chanteur, tambourineur et maestro du groupe Racine Mapou de Azor Lénord Fortuné, plus connu sous le nom d'Azor. Lénord Fortuné est décédé en juillet 2011, en Haïti. Au programme, le Film Haïti cœur battant de Carl Lafontant et un spectacle de musique haïtienne. Cette soirée sera présentée par Unipharm Gaby Jeanty, en collaboration avec la Jeune chambre de commerce haïtienne (JCCH), au profit du centre culturel La Perle Retrouvée (7655, 20e avenue, à Montréal). 15 $ (billets à 10 $ en prévente chez Unipharm Gaby Jeanty – 665, rue Jarry Ouest). Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Exposition: VISAGES DE L'ESCLAVAGE Du 21 septembre au 3 octobre de 11 h à 17 h à la Maison de l'Afrique, l'exposition Visages de l'esclavage, réalisée par Frantz Voltaire et coprésenté par le CIDIHCA, révélera photos, images vidéo, textes, objets et livres sur l'esclavage du XVIe au XIXe siècle. Présentée à la Maison de l'Afrique (6256, av. Henri-Julien, à Montréal). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com Exposition: PARURES DE TÊTE – LE CHEVEU DANS TOUS SES ÉBATS Du 22 septembre au 2 octobre de 15 h à 22 h au Cinéma ONF, une exposition sur le cheveu africain permettant à travers coiffures, masques, statues, parures et couvre-chef de découvrir que l'art de se coiffer est un rituel esthétique à part entière en Afrique. Présentée en collaboration avec le Musée de la Femme au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com Après-midi familial Le dimanche 25 septembre dès 13 h au Cinéma ONF, des activités pour toute la famille : Films d'animation en français pour enfants à 13 h (gratuit pour les parents, 5 $ pour les enfants) ; Atelier d'animation de cerfs-volants avec Anthony Benoît - 13:30 / Collaboration avec ONF - 7$, 5$ enfants. Films d'animation en anglais pour enfants à14 h 30 (gratuit pour les parents, 5 $ pour les enfants).
BILLETTERIE et SALLES Ciné-cartes: Le Festival est heureux d’offrir une carte Ciné-accès de 70 $ donnant accès à 10 films; une carte Cinéphile de 100 $ donnant accès à tous les films (à l’exception des films d’ouverture et de clôture); une carte Passeport de 150 $ donnant accès à tous les films (y compris les films d’ouverture et de clôture, ainsi que la soirée hommage à Souleymane Cissé) ; et enfin une carte Prestige de 250 $ qui donne un accès prioritaire à tous les évènements du Festival, ainsi qu‘aux évènements sur invitation.
Billets individuels:
Des billets individuels sont disponibles au coût de 10 $ par représentation dès aujourd’hui à l'ONF et au Cinéma du Parc ou sur le site du Festival. Les billets des soirées d’ouverture et de clôture sont disponibles au prix de 25 $ au www.montrealblackfilm.com. Les films sont présentés au Cinéma du Parc (3575, av. du Parc) et au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis), à l’exception des soirées d’ouverture et de clôture qui se déroulent à l'Impérial (1430, rue de Bleury). Le film d'ouverture sera en rediffusion le jeudi 29 septembre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial. Tous les détails dans les sections billetterie et programmation: www.montrealblackfilm.com.
L’entrée est libre pour la conférence-débat Fondu au Noir, les expositions à la Maison de l'Afrique et au Cinéma ONF.
125 FILMS POUR TOUS LES GOÛTS !
Une programmation éclatée, un festival qui ose! Voilà ce à quoi les festivaliers auront droit. Plus de 125 films sont programmés et répartis sous 10 thématiques : drame/action/violence, art/poésie/musique, comédie, Haïti, histoire/traditions/politique, immigration/ségrégation, conditions humaines, animation, homosexualité et esclavage. Cette sélection dénote une préoccupation soutenue et récurrente face à l'esclavage moderne, autant à travers la fiction, le documentaire que l'animation. La liste des films à voir est longue, mais quelques coups de cœur du comité de programmation pourront certainement vous guider : Lost in Africa, Habibti, Colour me, Mama Africa, Voir Ali, A Man Story, Kina, State of Violence (Violence dans la cité), The Bang Bang Club, The Dream of Elibidi, Haïti – les grands défis, The Redemption of General Butt Naked, Waste Land, Stolen, War Don Don, Les arrivants, The Black Power Mixtape, Vibes, Matinik Natti Dreads, Yeelen, L'huissier, Case départ (Back to Square One), I Am Slave (Moi, esclave).
UN SITE INTERNET TOTALEMENT REVAMPÉ
LE FIFBM a mis sur pied un tout nouveau site web (www.montrealblackfilm.com) pour permettre aux cinéphiles de mieux s'y retrouver et d'acheter leurs billets et ciné-cartes en ligne, tout en profitant d'une expérience agréable. Tous les renseignements sur la programmation, les évènements spéciaux et la billetterie s'y trouvent en un clic. Aussi : de nouvelles sections, telles que Dernières nouvelles, Blogue, Impliquez-vous, Extras, ainsi qu'une section Vidéo.
UN TOUT NOUVEAU PORTE-PAROLE ET UNE AMBASSADRICE D'HONNEUR Charles Biddle Jr. devient le porte-parole du 7e FIFBM. Il succède ainsi à la chroniqueuse Francine Grimaldi, porte-parole du Festival au cours des cinq dernières années et nouvelle ambassadrice d'honneur.
LE CINÉMA ONF DEVIENT LE POINT DE RENCONTRE DU FESTIVAL
La CinéRobothèque, espace public de l’Office national du film du Canada (ONF), ouvre grand ses portes à la 7e édition du FIFBM. En plus de présenter une sélection des meilleurs films traitant des réalités des communautés noires des quatre coins de la planète, la CinéRobothèque devient cette année un lieu de rencontres et d’échanges pour les festivaliers et les cinéastes, et propose également plusieurs activités spéciales. Tous les détails au www.montrealblackfilm.com.
LES GRANDS ÉVÈNEMENTS Pour plus de détails sur les évènements spéciaux, visitez le www.montrealblackfilm.com.
Film d’ouverture – CASE DÉPART (Back to Square One) Le jeudi 22 septembre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial, CASE DÉPART (Back to Square One) de Fabrice Éboué, Thomas Ngijol et Lionel Steketee ouvrira le Festival en grande première nord-américaine – version originale française, sous-titrée en anglais. Avec plus de 1 750 000 spectateurs en France, ce film acclamé par le public et la critique sera présenté par Global Montreal, en présence des deux humoristes, acteurs principaux et coréalisateurs Thomas Ngijol et Fabrice Éboué. Case départ, une comédie sur l'identité avec comme toile de fond l'esclavage au XVIIIe siècle, sera également en compétition officielle. Un cocktail sera servi avant la présentation. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Film de clôture – I AM SLAVE (Moi, esclave) Le dimanche 2 octobre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial, I AM SLAVE (Moi, esclave) de Gabriel Range clôturera les festivités en présence du réalisateur et sera présenté par Droits et Démocratie. Sélection officielle au Festival de Toronto 2010, I Am Slave est le plus récent film de Gabriel Range, réalisateur du film Death of a President, et est scénarisé par Jeremy Brock, qui a aussi écrit The Last King of Scotland, lequel a valu l'Oscar du meilleur acteur à Forest Whitaker. Le film met en vedetteWunmi Mosaku, Isaach De Bankolé, Lubna Azabal (Jutra de la meilleure actrice – Incendies) et Hiam Abbass. I Am Slave (Moi, esclave) se base sur l’histoire réelle de Mende Nazer, esclave du XXIe siècle et sera également en compétition officielle. Un cocktail sera servi avant la présentation. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Grand prix hommage au légendaire Souleymane Cissé par Dany Laferrière Le mardi 27 septembre 18 h à l'Hôtel Gouverneur Place Dupuis, le réalisateur Souleymane Cissé recevra le Grand prix hommage du 7e Festival international du film black de Montréal. Ce prix lui sera remis par le célèbre écrivain Dany Laferrière, récipiendaire du prix Médicis 2009. Premier cinéaste africain à être primé au Festival de Cannes, légende du cinéma africain, Souleymane Cissé recevra ce prix pour l'ensemble de son œuvre, pour sa contribution exceptionnelle à l'industrie du cinéma en général et au milieu du cinéma indépendant et africain en particulier. Le Festival rend hommage à ses efforts extraordinaires pour briser les barrières et favoriser une meilleure compréhension des réalit&eac ute;s des Noirs à travers ses films. 25 $ – Infos et réservations: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Conférence-débat : FONDU AU NOIR / FADE TO BLACK Le samedi 24 septembre de 13 h à 16 h au Cinéma ONF, le FIFBM présentera la conférence-débat « Fondu au Noir / Fade to Black », cette fois sous le thème CINÉMA BLACK – définition, rôle, tabous, financement et place des Noirs au cinéma et à la télévision au Québec et au Canada aujourd'hui. Fondu au Noir est présenté par la Fondation Fabienne Colas eta pour intention de créer un espace de dialogue sur les réalités du cinéma indépendant black d’ici et d’ailleurs. Plusieurs panélistes réputés prendront la parole afin d’exposer au public les différents enjeux et les perspectives de cette industrie. Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis, à Montréal). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Commémoration et hommage à la mémoire d'AZOR Le samedi 24 septembre 19 h au centre culturel La Perle Retrouvée se tiendra une grande soirée commémorative célébrant la mémoire du populaire chanteur, tambourineur et maestro du groupe Racine Mapou de Azor Lénord Fortuné, plus connu sous le nom d'Azor. Lénord Fortuné est décédé en juillet 2011, en Haïti. Au programme, le Film Haïti cœur battant de Carl Lafontant et un spectacle de musique haïtienne. Cette soirée sera présentée par Unipharm Gaby Jeanty, en collaboration avec la Jeune chambre de commerce haïtienne (JCCH), au profit du centre culturel La Perle Retrouvée (7655, 20e avenue, à Montréal). 15 $ (billets à 10 $ en prévente chez Unipharm Gaby Jeanty – 665, rue Jarry Ouest). Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com
Exposition: VISAGES DE L'ESCLAVAGE Du 21 septembre au 3 octobre de 11 h à 17 h à la Maison de l'Afrique, l'exposition Visages de l'esclavage, réalisée par Frantz Voltaire et coprésenté par le CIDIHCA, révélera photos, images vidéo, textes, objets et livres sur l'esclavage du XVIe au XIXe siècle. Présentée à la Maison de l'Afrique (6256, av. Henri-Julien, à Montréal). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com Exposition: PARURES DE TÊTE – LE CHEVEU DANS TOUS SES ÉBATS Du 22 septembre au 2 octobre de 15 h à 22 h au Cinéma ONF, une exposition sur le cheveu africain permettant à travers coiffures, masques, statues, parures et couvre-chef de découvrir que l'art de se coiffer est un rituel esthétique à part entière en Afrique. Présentée en collaboration avec le Musée de la Femme au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis). Entrée libre! Infos: www.montrealblackfilm.com Après-midi familial Le dimanche 25 septembre dès 13 h au Cinéma ONF, des activités pour toute la famille : Films d'animation en français pour enfants à 13 h (gratuit pour les parents, 5 $ pour les enfants) ; Atelier d'animation de cerfs-volants avec Anthony Benoît - 13:30 / Collaboration avec ONF - 7$, 5$ enfants. Films d'animation en anglais pour enfants à14 h 30 (gratuit pour les parents, 5 $ pour les enfants).
BILLETTERIE et SALLES Ciné-cartes: Le Festival est heureux d’offrir une carte Ciné-accès de 70 $ donnant accès à 10 films; une carte Cinéphile de 100 $ donnant accès à tous les films (à l’exception des films d’ouverture et de clôture); une carte Passeport de 150 $ donnant accès à tous les films (y compris les films d’ouverture et de clôture, ainsi que la soirée hommage à Souleymane Cissé) ; et enfin une carte Prestige de 250 $ qui donne un accès prioritaire à tous les évènements du Festival, ainsi qu‘aux évènements sur invitation.
Billets individuels:
Des billets individuels sont disponibles au coût de 10 $ par représentation dès aujourd’hui à l'ONF et au Cinéma du Parc ou sur le site du Festival. Les billets des soirées d’ouverture et de clôture sont disponibles au prix de 25 $ au www.montrealblackfilm.com. Les films sont présentés au Cinéma du Parc (3575, av. du Parc) et au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis), à l’exception des soirées d’ouverture et de clôture qui se déroulent à l'Impérial (1430, rue de Bleury). Le film d'ouverture sera en rediffusion le jeudi 29 septembre 19 h au Cinéma Impérial. Tous les détails dans les sections billetterie et programmation: www.montrealblackfilm.com.
L’entrée est libre pour la conférence-débat Fondu au Noir, les expositions à la Maison de l'Afrique et au Cinéma ONF.
Toronto
Sista Souljah at A Different Booklist! Sept. 30
Friday, September 30
6:30pm-8:30pm
O.I.S.E Auditorium, 252 Bloor Street West, Toronto
"Midnight and the meaning of love". A Different Booklist invites you to a Book Launch and Presentation with the sensational author and activist, Sister Souljah and special guest speaker, spoken word artist Motion. R.S.V.P. by Email (preferable): info@adifferentbooklist.com Or by Phone: A Different Booklist (416) 538-0889
6:30pm-8:30pm
O.I.S.E Auditorium, 252 Bloor Street West, Toronto
"Midnight and the meaning of love". A Different Booklist invites you to a Book Launch and Presentation with the sensational author and activist, Sister Souljah and special guest speaker, spoken word artist Motion. R.S.V.P. by Email (preferable): info@adifferentbooklist.com Or by Phone: A Different Booklist (416) 538-0889
Toronto
"Syncopation: Life in the Key of Black" - Sunday, Sept. 18
Sunday, September 18
The Al Green Theatre in the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre
750 Spadina Avenue (at Bloor), Toronto
Archie Alleyne Scholarship Fund
Presents its 7th Annual Event "Syncopation: Life in the Key of Black"
Performers: Jackie Richardson, Kellylee Evans, Shawne Jackson, Jay Jackson, Shaun Byfield, Janaye Upshaw, Michael Shand, Jo-Jo Bowden, Ron Johnston, Andrew Scott, Kamil Dewhurst and the Evolution of Jazz Ensemble.
Photo Exhibit: 1:00 pm
Concert: 3:00 pm
Reception immediately following show for VIP ticket holders VIP tickets: $100
(Includes: reserved show seating near front-of-house, photo exhibit and post-show reception with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, mingling with performers, and 75% charitable donation tax receipt) General admission tickets: $50
(Includes: access to pre-show photo exhibit and show) For tickets and more information, please visit www.aasf.ca Email archiepresentsjazz@gmail.com Or, call 647-859-3674.
The Al Green Theatre in the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre
750 Spadina Avenue (at Bloor), Toronto
Archie Alleyne Scholarship Fund
Presents its 7th Annual Event "Syncopation: Life in the Key of Black"
Performers: Jackie Richardson, Kellylee Evans, Shawne Jackson, Jay Jackson, Shaun Byfield, Janaye Upshaw, Michael Shand, Jo-Jo Bowden, Ron Johnston, Andrew Scott, Kamil Dewhurst and the Evolution of Jazz Ensemble.
Photo Exhibit: 1:00 pm
Concert: 3:00 pm
Reception immediately following show for VIP ticket holders VIP tickets: $100
(Includes: reserved show seating near front-of-house, photo exhibit and post-show reception with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, mingling with performers, and 75% charitable donation tax receipt) General admission tickets: $50
(Includes: access to pre-show photo exhibit and show) For tickets and more information, please visit www.aasf.ca Email archiepresentsjazz@gmail.com Or, call 647-859-3674.
