The wind-swept main street of Sagres was puzzling. It was lined with shops selling surfing gear. They looked out of…
Take 5: Black and British
How long have Black people have lived in England? For two millennia. That’s right – they came over with the…
Queen’s Park Statues: Art or Propaganda?
Are public statues just historical works of art or are they symbols of the history, myths and desires of a…
4 Parks Named after Black People in Toronto
It was one of those days. Life, the Ph.D., and the hot flashes were all arguing in my head. The…
Swimming While Black
United States’ Simone Manuel who won the Olympic gold medal for the U.S. in the 100-meter freestyle at the 2016…
Smelly Walks in the ‘Hood
Ripe mangoes on the kitchen counter. Their smell triggered memories of pouring sunshine, and blue Jamaican days. I went for…
Pioneer Stories and Other Lies in the Village
A log cabin. This is the iconic building of pioneer architecture in Canada. The humble home seems to sum up…
Toronto Black History Street Names
Strolling around the city it’s helpful to note the name of the streets, especially if one is planning to lead…
Billboards in the City
Toronto is a white city. That is the first impression from glancing at the billboards on my rambles through the…
Birding Walk: Japanese Graves and Slaves
The Necropolis Cemetery is a favoured birding patch. I go there often seeking any flying visitors and to visit the…
