Mental Health Day 2025

On World Mental Health Day, AfroToronto spotlights why breaking stigma and embracing mental health conversations are vital in the Black community.

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Road to Billions

Roadmap to Billions returns to Toronto on October 5–6, 2025, uniting Black women founders, investors, and innovators for two days of connection, mentorship, and funding opportunities.

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Two decades after Blood.claat premiered in Toronto, d’bi.young anitafrika returns to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sankofa Trilogy.

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Arts & Culture, Books and Entertainment

Sunday, October 05, 2025
At TIFF50, the world premiere of The Man in My Basement brought together literary legend Walter Mosley, director Nadia...
Saturday, October 04, 2025
Nigerian-born, Canadian-based artist Nonso Amadi continues to redefine Afro-R&B with bold new projects, cultural...
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Idris Elba and Seal brought warmth and camaraderie to the Dust to Dreams world premiere, a short film praised for its...


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The upcoming performance series “The Art of Spiritual Jazz” will spotlight famed jazz virtuoso Isaiah Collier ,...
The CineFAM Film Festival is a vibrant celebration of bold, original storytelling by Canadian women and non-binary...

 

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Lifestyle

Friday, October 10, 2025
World Mental Health Day invites reflection on the power of open conversations, healing, and community. For the Black...
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
The Toronto Carnival Run returns for its ninth year, combining physical activity with the vibrant spirit of Caribbean...
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Ontario midwifery leader Althea Jones addresses global reproductive health disparities at UNFPA's international...

Community & Opinion

Tuesday, September 30, 2025
When life gets overwhelming, trust matters. Learn how regulated social workers and social service workers in Ontario...
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
At just 16 years old, Oshiya Newby-Morgan has etched her name into Canadian sports history, winning gold for Team...
Monday, August 18, 2025
A recent report from United Way Greater Toronto shines light on the experiences of African asylum seekers after the...

 

News and Featured Content

Saturday, October 04, 2025
The National Theatre School of Canada marks its 65th anniversary with a year-long celebration honouring its legacy of...
Thursday, September 18, 2025
TO Live’s explorations program unveils its 2025 cohort, expanding support for seven groundbreaking artists. The...
Sunday, July 20, 2025
The Toronto District School Board’s Black Student Summer Leadership Program returns for its sixth year, empowering...


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Career, Business & Innovation

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Roadmap to Billions returns to Toronto on October 5–6, 2025, uniting Black women founders, investors, and innovators...
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Nobellum has crossed its ambitious five-year mandate of launching 100 Black-led STEM businesses. Founder Melisa Ellis...
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Kava, a Black-owned streamer from Inkblot and Filmhouse, launches globally with premium Nollywood titles and a...

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En français

Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Quand le quotidien devient oppressant, la confiance compte. Découvrez comment les travailleurs sociaux et les...
Friday, August 15, 2025
À deux semaines du US Open qui débute le 24 août, Victoria Mboko affiche une force mentale à toute épreuve, tandis que...
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Un nouveau financement fédéral soutient la formation de la prochaine génération de professionnels bilingues et...

Weekly Movie Reviews

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FILM REVIEWS: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (USA 2025) ***½ Directed by Bill Condon The setting is Argentina, 1983, where the military dictatorship has killed and imprisoned some 30,000 political...

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