2026

Adekunle Gold and the Ooni of Ife headline a historic night at Calgary's Jack Singer Concert Hall

June 22, 2026

Music

News Editor

Adekunle Gold and the Ooni of Ife headline a historic night at Calgary's Jack Singer Concert Hall

Afrobeats sensation Adekunle Gold headlines the Oodua Concert on June 26 at Calgary's acclaimed Jack Singer Concert Hall, sharing the bill with a historic appearance by His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni ... read more..

Jazz Meets Hip Hop panel kicks off Toronto Jazz Festival's 39th edition with a candid look at shared roots

June 21, 2026

Music

Meres J. Weche

Jazz Meets Hip Hop panel kicks off Toronto Jazz Festival's 39th edition with a candid look at shared roots

The Toronto Jazz Festival opened its 39th edition with a Black Music Month panel titled Jazz Meets Hip Hop, presented by ADVANCE. The Soul Rebels, Kreesha Turner and A&R executive Morgan MJ James ... read more..

When Angels Speak of Love brings bell hooks' radical vision of love to a Toronto gallery

June 21, 2026

Visual Arts

Meres J. Weche

When Angels Speak of Love brings bell hooks' radical vision of love to a Toronto gallery

A chance walk from the Junction to Parkdale led to Kikospace on Dundas Street West, where Armova Curatorial's newest show reimagines bell hooks' classic All About Love. Running through June 28, "When ... read more..

Critical thinking, oral tradition and AI: Eddy (DaOriginalOne) David on guarding our collective memory

June 19, 2026

Commentaries

Meres J. Weche

Critical thinking, oral tradition and AI: Eddy (DaOriginalOne) David on guarding our collective memory

Spoken word pioneer and beatboxer Eddy (DaOriginalOne) David joins Afropolitan Dialogues to unpack a chilling discovery, his own archived history quietly vanishing from Wikipedia and old festival page... read more..

DR Congo makes history and Ghana grinds out a late winner on a big World Cup day

June 18, 2026

Sports

News Editor

DR Congo makes history and Ghana grinds out a late winner on a big World Cup day

DR Congo earned a historic point against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Houston on Wednesday afternoon, June 17, drawing 1-1 in their first World Cup appearance since 1974. Later in the evening, in T... read more..

La Franco-Fête de Toronto, vue de l'intérieur par sa programmatrice Sophie Bernier

June 17, 2026

Les arts

Meres J. Weche

La Franco-Fête de Toronto, vue de l'intérieur par sa programmatrice Sophie Bernier

Depuis plus de vingt ans, Sophie Bernier façonne la programmation francophone de Toronto et de l'Ontario. À la barre artistique de la Franco-Fête depuis dix ans, elle revient sur un parcours qui l'a m... read more..

La Franco-Fête de Toronto fête ses 44 ans avec une programmation éclatée

June 15, 2026

Communauté

News Editor

La Franco-Fête de Toronto fête ses 44 ans avec une programmation éclatée

La Franco-Fête de Toronto célèbre sa 44e édition les 19 et 20 juin 2026 à l'Atrium de Radio-Canada, au cœur du 250, rue Front Ouest. Événement gratuit et ouvert à tous et toutes, ce festival rassemble... read more..

The beautiful game finds a beautiful city: Dispatches from Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival

June 14, 2026

City Life

Meres J. Weche

The beautiful game finds a beautiful city: Dispatches from Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has arrived, and Toronto is fully in the grip of tournament fever. From the lively crowds at the FIFA Fan Festival at Fort York to the electric roar inside Toronto Stadium for ... read more..

The 39th Trillium Book Awards brought the room to its feet and gave We, the Kindling its moment

June 11, 2026

Books

Meres J. Weche

The 39th Trillium Book Awards brought the room to its feet and gave We, the Kindling its moment

The 39th annual Trillium Book Award ceremony, held June 10 at the Fairmont Royal York, brought together Ontario's finest literary voices for an unforgettable evening. Kingston-based author Otoniya J. ... read more..

YENSA Festival 2026 brings Black women's dance to Toronto

June 04, 2026

City Life

AfroToronto Team

YENSA Festival 2026 brings Black women's dance to Toronto

YENSA Festival returns to Toronto for its third edition, August 20–23, 2026, at the Betty Oliphant Theatre. Produced by Lua Shayenne Dance Company, this international biennial celebration of Black wom... read more..

Azeb Wolde-Giorghis à la barre du Téléjournal — une nomination qui fait date

June 03, 2026

Médias et culture populaire

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Azeb Wolde-Giorghis à la barre du Téléjournal — une nomination qui fait date

Née en Éthiopie, journaliste de terrain depuis plus de 25 ans, Azeb Wolde-Giorghis prend les commandes du Téléjournal de fin de soirée de Radio-Canada dès le 17 août 2026. Correspondante à Washington,... read more..

Where the finish line meets the festival: The Toronto Carnival Run turns 10

June 02, 2026

Community

AfroToronto Team

Where the finish line meets the festival: The Toronto Carnival Run turns 10

Ten years ago, a small gathering of runners laced up their shoes along Toronto's waterfront and sparked something bigger than a race. The Toronto Carnival Run, founded in 2016 by Dione Mason, has grow... read more..

Molly Johnson bridges generations on her bold new album Talk To Me

June 02, 2026

Music

AfroToronto Team

Molly Johnson bridges generations on her bold new album Talk To Me

Molly Johnson, one of Canada's most celebrated voices, is set to release her new album Talk To Me on June 26 via Universal Music Canada. The 10-track project features collaborations with JUNO Award-wi... read more..

June 02, 2026

Communauté

AfroToronto Team

Franco Fierté 2026 — FrancoQueer célèbre 20 ans de fierté, de communauté et d'appartenance

À l'occasion de son 20e anniversaire, FrancoQueer lance officiellement la Franco Fierté 2026, un mois entier de célébrations, d'ateliers et de rassemblements pour la communauté 2SLGBTQIA+ francophone ... read more..

How Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story swept the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards

June 01, 2026

Arts & Culture

Meres J. Weche

How Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story swept the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards

Toronto's OYA Media Group swept the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards documentary categories, winning five awards for Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story. Directed by Alison Duke and produced by Ngardy Conteh G... read more..

Unity Drum Fest brings the world's rhythms to Nathan Phillips Square

June 01, 2026

City Life

AfroToronto Team

Unity Drum Fest brings the world's rhythms to Nathan Phillips Square

From June 17 to 20, 2026, Nathan Phillips Square becomes a free, four-day celebration of global rhythm during FIFA 2026. Unity Drum Fest, presented by Ballet Creole in partnership with the South By So... read more..

Toronto's Dora nominations spotlight a season of powerful Black storytelling

June 01, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Meres J. Weche

Toronto's Dora nominations spotlight a season of powerful Black storytelling

The 46th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Award nominations arrive with a compelling story within the story: Black artists and organizations are among the season's most celebrated voices. From Kanika Ambrose's... read more..

Fundraising While Black: What a groundbreaking new report reveals about race, resilience, and the future of philanthropy

May 29, 2026

Business and Innovation

AfroToronto Team

Fundraising While Black: What a groundbreaking new report reveals about race, resilience, and the future of philanthropy

A powerful new report from Toronto-based AgentsC Inc. lays bare the experiences of Black fundraisers navigating systemic anti-Black racism inside Canada's and America's predominantly white institution... read more..

A crown that never fades: Jean-Michel Basquiat's prints come to Toronto

May 29, 2026

Visual Arts

Meres J. Weche

A crown that never fades: Jean-Michel Basquiat's prints come to Toronto

Taglialatella Galleries in Toronto's Yorkville neighbourhood is hosting Jean-Michel Basquiat / Editions, a landmark exhibition celebrating twenty-five years of limited-edition screenprints released by... read more..

Masai Ujiri and Giants of Africa hit the halfway mark with 50 courts across the continent

May 27, 2026

Community

News Editor

Masai Ujiri and Giants of Africa hit the halfway mark with 50 courts across the continent

Masai Ujiri's Giants of Africa has reached a defining milestone in its Built Within initiative, opening its 50th community basketball court at King's College Lagos in Nigeria. Launched in September 20... read more..

Why Arsenal FC holds a special place in the hearts of the Black community

May 26, 2026

Commentaries

Meres J. Weche

Why Arsenal FC holds a special place in the hearts of the Black community

Arsenal FC carries a meaning that runs far deeper than trophies and table standings. For millions of Black fans worldwide, the north London club represents identity, pride and cultural belonging. Root... read more..

May 14, 2026

Music

AfroToronto Team

Ayola on leaving it all behind: Touring Canada on faith, music and instinct

Nigerian-Canadian Afrosoul artist Ayola walked away from a career in pharmaceutical science in 2024 to pursue music full-time. Now six months into an independent cross-Canada tour, he is building his ... read more..

AMPLIFY Season 4 puts the future of Black Canadian entertainment front and centre

May 14, 2026

Music

News Editor

AMPLIFY Season 4 puts the future of Black Canadian entertainment front and centre

ADVANCE, Canada's Black Music Business Collective, has launched the fourth season of AMPLIFY, its weekly visual podcast series. Hosted by Alicia "Ace" West and Tresor Gray, Season 4 features 12 episod... read more..

Breaking barriers in healthcare: Novartis Canada's Health Equity Initiative returns with a focus on women

May 14, 2026

Community

News Editor

Breaking barriers in healthcare: Novartis Canada's Health Equity Initiative returns with a focus on women

Novartis Canada has launched the third edition of its Health Equity Initiative, this time focusing on women and gender-diverse people facing systemic barriers to healthcare. With $250,000 in new fundi... read more..

Canada's screen talent takes centre stage at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto

May 13, 2026

Arts and Entertainment

Meres J. Weche

Canada's screen talent takes centre stage at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto

The 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto brought together Canada's finest performing talent for a landmark evening at Koerner Hall on May 11, 2026. Adrian Walters took home Outstanding Performance – Male for ... read more..

Windrush in Canada: Wendy Vincent on preserving the stories that shaped Black Commonwealth life

May 12, 2026

Community

Meres J. Weche

Windrush in Canada: Wendy Vincent on preserving the stories that shaped Black Commonwealth life

Wendy Vincent is a Toronto-based media producer whose family story is rooted in the Windrush generation, on a mission to preserve the oral histories of Caribbean migrants who helped rebuild postwar Br... read more..

The Agege burger, the suya spice, and the Lagos-born chef changing Toronto's food scene

May 12, 2026

Food and Drink

AfroToronto Team

The Agege burger, the suya spice, and the Lagos-born chef changing Toronto's food scene

Chef Tolu Okojie is the founder of Greelz, a Nigerian Afro-fusion restaurant with two Toronto locations participating in ByBlacks Restaurant Week 2026 (May 11–17). From catering out of a home kitchen ... read more..

Contemporary Black Canadian pioneers of social justice: Trailblazing change makers

May 12, 2026

Community

Meres J. Weche

Contemporary Black Canadian pioneers of social justice: Trailblazing change makers

From Parliament Hill to community health centres, Black Canadian leaders have been quietly rewriting the rules of social justice for decades. Figures like the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine and Rosemar... read more..

Every meal counts: How Frontlines Catering is feeding community and building youth futures in Weston

May 10, 2026

Food and Drink

AfroToronto Team

Every meal counts: How Frontlines Catering is feeding community and building youth futures in Weston

In Toronto's Weston neighbourhood, a quiet revolution is happening one meal at a time. Frontlines Catering, the social enterprise arm of Weston Frontlines Centre, uses food to fund youth programming, ... read more..

Where Black art lives in Toronto: Galleries and spaces you need to know

May 10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Meres J. Weche

Where Black art lives in Toronto: Galleries and spaces you need to know

Toronto has a rich and growing ecosystem of Black-owned and Black-led art spaces that go far beyond the mainstream. From BAND Gallery's expanding presence across the city to the Nia Centre for the Art... read more..

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