Tag: Grenada

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The Grenadian diaspora: – ravaged by the coronavirus and what that means for Grenada’s economy

April 17, 2020

We are facing a global pandemic of epic and unprecedented proportions. The Grenadian diaspora is one of the many groups hurting but here’s why every Grenadian should be worried. According to world bank statistics, from 1896-2017, the Grenadian diaspora contributed an average of 25.04 million US dollars (~XCD 67 million) to Grenada’s economy with 48… Read More The Grenadian diaspora: – ravaged by the coronavirus and what that means for Grenada’s economy

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Diaspora Marketing- Unleashing the Power of the Diaspora for Building Caribbean Economies and Businesses

September 11, 2019

In a recent conversation with some friends from the Caribbean, the topic of brain drain arose (yes we are those kind of friends!). We were all university graduates who had migrated from the Caribbean, now living in Canada, with strong connections to our respective islands and a desire to make a difference in those islands.… Read More Diaspora Marketing- Unleashing the Power of the Diaspora for Building Caribbean Economies and Businesses

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Fired up! Celebrating Grenada’s Independence in the Tdot

October 5, 2012

Sigh, yes its that time again… Excitement time! The celebration of the 39th anniversary of Grenada’s independence here in Toronto is quickly approaching. Last night marked the second meeting of the recently formed Grenada Independence Planning Committee (GIPC) under the direction of Consul General, Jenny Gumbs and the energy in the room was palatable!

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The Grenada Goat Diary Project ~ Implications for economic development

September 17, 2012

It is often said that there are two kinds of people, those who sit and complain there are problems and those who identify problems and seek out solutions. Well I am here to bring your attention to young lady who fits the latter category. Introducing Ms. MALAIKA BROOKS-SMITH-LOWE. You may remember her as our ‘Made… Read More The Grenada Goat Diary Project ~ Implications for economic development

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Play me I’m Yours…And Let’s run away to Grenada

July 24, 2012

Our beloved Caribbean Isle of Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique is one of the 41 countries that will be participating in the 2015 games. As part of this initiative, artist Donna Guerra created ‘THE GRENADA PIANO’. This piano currently resides under the canopy of the Sony Centre on Front Street for all to view and appreciate.

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Soca feelin’

April 20, 2011

Soca…ahhh sweet sweet soca. How can I describe my love for this music. This music is my natural high, my pick me up, my java, my …sighhh. When this music hits me …to steal a phrase ‘I feel no pain’. This is the only music that can take me from depression to happiness in less… Read More Soca feelin’

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Sunday Evenings…..

April 19, 2011

I wonder how many of us remember these days of old…It’s a Sunday afternoon, just past lunchtime, the household has been fed and the dishes are washed. It’s now time to head down to the pasture, cause yes ‘d boys and dem playing’. Whether it was a game of cricket, football or track and field,… Read More Sunday Evenings…..