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I'm looking for a Black tutor for my child, do you know of anyone? Is there a decent Caribbean restaurant downtown?" For an African or Caribbean person who's new to Ottawa and doesn't yet know their way around, finding out who's who and what's what in the Black community can be a daunting - and frustrating - task. That's where BlackOttawa411 comes in! To make your life easier, I have created this information-packed website where you can not only find African and Caribbean institutions, businesses, entrepreneurs, performers, artists and embassies but also events and activities to spice up your social life! BlackOttawa411 is a community service which I hope you will enjoy and find useful. Feel free to e-mail information which may be of interest to other African and Caribbean people in the National Capital Region. Your suggestions as to how to improve this portal are also welcome. Thanks for visiting ... and come back often for updates! --Sarah O Fundraiser in support of the family of Manyok Akol Manyok Akol passed on Wednesday January 8, 2020. Anyone who knew him would say that his smile was a like a beam of light that filled the room. He had deteremination and courage that made him excel in everything he did. Graduating from High School in 2019, Manyok was a talented football player and a recording artist. In many ways, "Manny" was a leader who brought people together. Manyok's family wishes to thank everyone for supporting them at this time. 1 Resource Services is organizing this fundraising initiative on behalf of the family. Please donate generously and help them achieve the $20,000 fundraising goal. Thank you! https://www.gofundme.com/f/memorial-for-manyok-akol?fbclid=IwAR1Rl6pZFdal19fPJZZaOqLJYfszaK2UVxYdSsSdbkki3AzVu4hM7gKCFRw A Candlelight Vigil will be held for our fallen child, Manyok Akol. Manyok was killed at the Gilmour Street Airbnb shootings as he slept. The vigil is being organized by the friends of our late brother with help from the community and family. WHEN: Sunday January 19, 2020 at 4:30 pm LOCATION: Michele Heights Community Centre. 2955 Michèle Dr, Ottawa, ON What Will Your Legacy Be? Ottawa Tribute to Kobe Bryant - Saturday, February 1, 2020, 11 am Saturday, February 1, 2020 11 AM to 1 PM Gloucester High School,2060 Ogilvie Rd, Gloucester, ON K1J 7N8 COMMUNITY CONVERSATION & TRIBUTE TO KOBE BRYANT. ​The Equal Chance Foundation, The Ottawa Phoenix Basketball club, NyCE Image productions and Ottawa Black Connect are joining forces to host a community empowerment dialogue and tribute to Kobe Bryant. Like many folks around the world, our teams are deeply saddened by the passing of Kobe, Gianna Bryant and all the passengers on board the Helicopter. Kobe is a true inspiration who is leaving behind an undeniable legacy! As we sit here in astonishment, in deep shock and pain, we believe that it is important to pay tribute to a man who has brought back a sense of hope in the lives of so many people while engaging our youth and Elders in a sincere and profound reflection on life and the legacy that we all want to leave and live! Everyone is invited to this tribute event! John G. Dennison (June 22, 1947- January 14, 2014): Proud Canadian, Indefatigable champion for Canadian black history, culture and achievement DENNISON, John, G. (June 22, 1947 - January 14, 2014) John attended the Queen’s College of Guyana. He held a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Laurentian University in Sudbury, and a Master’s degree in Political Science from Carleton University. John was the first black person appointed as Citizenship Judge for Ottawa on June 4, 2012. He had over 25 years of experience working on multiculturalism related issues in the Government of Canada, including at Citizenship and Immigration and Canadian Heritage. He was the Founding Chairman of Cathedral Arts, the performing and visual arts programme of Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa. He has served on the Ottawa Public Library Board Foundation and volunteered with a number of community organizations in Ottawa. John is the recipient of a number of awards including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Award Medal; Lignum Vitae Award from the National Institute of Jamaican Canadians for outstanding leadership in the Ottawa community; Community Builder Award, from United Way of Ottawa, for contributing to the engagement of the Black community in the arts in Ottawa; and, Award of Excellence, from the North American Black Historical Museum and Society Inc., for exceptional contribution to improving awareness and appreciation of Black Canadian Heritage. He is survived by his sisters: June, Joye and Vivienne; brothers Courtney and Kenneth; only niece, Carol; nephews Richard, Charles, Ronald, and Mark and a number of great nieces and great nephews and Godchildren. Funeral Service was held at Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa, on Sunday January 19, 2014. Donations to Christ Church Cathedral for the benefit of the Cathedral Arts Program or the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated. JANUARY 21 - LINCOLN ALEXANDER DAY (Ontario & Canada) Lincoln MacCauley Alexander was born on Jan. 21, 1922. He practised law for more than 10 years and in 1968 was elected MP of Hamilton West, becoming Canada's first black MP. He held his seat for four terms, but left in 1980 to become chair of Ontario's Worker's Compensation Board. In 1985, he was named lieutenant-governor of Ontario, the first black man to hold that title. He was also the University of Guelph's longest-serving chancellor from 1991 to 2007. He died in October 2012 at the age of 90. Learn more about Hon. Lincoln Alexander at: www.archives.gov.on.ca/en/explore/online/alexander/index.aspx‎ Bill 125 - An Act to proclaim Lincoln Alexander Day (Ontario) http://www.ontla.on.ca/web/bills/bills_detail.do?locale=en&Intranet=&BillID=2886 As of December 3, 2014, Lincoln Alexander Day January 21, Lincoln's birthday, is now recognized officially as Lincoln Alexander Day across Canada, with Royal Assent by the Governor General December 9, 2014. Bill S-213 - An Act respecting Lincoln Alexander Day (Canada) http://www.parl.gc.ca/LegisInfo/BillDetails.aspx?billId=6378745&Language=E&Mode=1 The nomination period for the Lincoln M. Alexander Award is now open! Established in 1992, the Lincoln M. Alexander Award recognizes up to three young Ontarians who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in contributing to the...