In 2001, a motion was proposed by former Canadian Senator Vivienne Poy to designate May as Asian Heritage Month. In 2002, May was officially designated as the month to recognize, celebrate and honour the countless contributions by Canadians with Asian heritage from over 30 countries. Through perseverance and hope, these Canadians endured sacrifice, hardship and […]
Every year in February, we celebrate Black History Month in Canada. Black History Month was designed to: Highlight Black achievements Provide awareness of the African Diaspora Gain an understanding of the trailblazers who may have struggled to pave a better way for the future Honor historic members of the Black Community The stories of the […]
February 2021 is almost here and it's Black History Month. It is a time when great achievements from African-Canadian, African-American and other Black people of the world are celebrated. It is a time to learn about the rich history and to get a greater understanding of how the world has been positively impacted. As a […]
The literary world has lost yet another brilliant author: Eric Jerome Dickey. Mr. Dickey passed on January 3, 2021 in Los Angeles at the age of 59 due to cancer. He is survived by his four daughters. Author Eric Jerome Dickey signs books after his reading. Photo by domesticat, used on a CC license. Eric […]
"Deck the Hall with boughs of Holly, Fa La La La La La La La La'Tis the season to be Jolly, Fa la la la la la la la la la…" All across our country, many families are preparing for Christmas on December 25. You might notice some stores are already into the holiday spirit […]
In the summer you may find yourself in a park, at the library, at the beach or cooling off indoors. Anywhere you go with your family offers your child an opportunity to learn and discover something new. Is your child curious about snakes? Find out more with a library book! Image from the Toronto Star […]