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Diversity TV in the Community. Black supremacy, racism, systemic racism, and many more are constant occurrences that affects you on a daily basis. As such, w...e invited theses guests to share what they are doing to tackle this problem: Kemoh Mansaray, Community Leader and Africa Centre Board Chair Giselle General, a politician running in the upcoming City of Edmonton elections, and a Community Leader Trisha Estabrooks, Chair of Edmonton Public School Board Trustee MLA David Shepherd, Edmonton-Centre Matthew Cheung, Edmonton Police Service Mitch Flaman, Edmonton Police Service Marilyn Dennis, Board Chair, Calgary Board of Education Our last Black History Month on systemic racism was published on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Noon. We invited a representatives from the Cities of Edmonton, Calgary, Government of Alberta, the official Alberta opposition, Edmonton and Calgary Police Services, School Boards, and some community leaders to share what they plan to do to address Systemic Racism. Visible minorities make up about 30% of Canada but yet hold less than 1% of positions on corporate Boards. The numbers are as depressing as you can imagine at management levels in government, academia, law enforcement, and every field that you can imagine. A couple of weeks ago, students in some schools in Edmonton formed groups to fight Black Supremacy. Yes I mean Black Supremacy. This signifies how toxic the situation has become. We clearly have a problem especially the minorities in Alberta and beyond. We know this matters to you and your organization and communities and as such, it is our pleasure to have these guests to discuss how to mold an inclusive Alberta for everyone. Watch full panel after the newscast here https://youtu.be/NP-yh_-dVwU

It’s Friday. It’s Diversity Community Newscast For February 26, 2021, by host Harriet Tinka and myself, Rayyah Sempala. Sponsored by Ray Z Plumbing and Heating..... ..Here are the headlines for this week Welcome to women elegance, Elle Au Féminin Magazine is here, by AJFAS.. Mother of Black History Month celebration in Canada, Dr. Jean Augustin, inspires kids with Children’s book. Edmonton Police Service (EPS) invites people from diverse communities to serve on its new Chief Community Council.. Diversity TV brings to you after this newscast, our last Black History Month Zoom panel on SYSTEMIC RACISM, with guests from the police, school, politicians, and the community. Now the news in detail with Harriet Tinka.. 1. EPS still looking for people? Tell us more Yes, the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) invites people from diverse communities to serve on its new Chief Community Council as it redesigns its community engagement strategy to be more inclusive. As a recommendation from the EPS Commitment to Action initiative and other engagement efforts, the EPS is looking for community members with experience in marginalization, discrimination, and interested in being part of change to guide the EPS in addressing issues within vulnerable communities. The deadline is February 28, 2021. For more information, please go to www.edmontonpolice.ca/ccc or send application to [email protected] 2. Who’s doing what for Black History Month celebration in Edmonton and Calgary? Here’s what is up? Saturday, February 27, 2021, 12 noon, by Africans and African Descendants Friendship Club of St. Albert online. Saturday, February 6 27, AJFAS Black History Month events on www.ajfas.ca Fort Saskatchewan Multicultural Association will be hosting Black History Educational Workshops at schools in Fort Saskatchewan, Sherwood Park and Ardrossan, February 10th to February 26th ( private). Also, they’re hosting virtual videos, highlighting the meaning of Black History Month, what it means to African / Caribbean Canadians who have risen above the challenges and have accomplished, highlighting their valuable contributions to the many fields such as, politics, education, sports, Arts and Culture. This will be shown throughout the month of February on their Facebook Page. On February 27, AfroQuiz will welcome 40 contestants from four age categories covering elementary through High School. Themed, Health and the Black Community, 2021 will take an online format. Youth participants and spectators of all ages can register at www.ccach.org/afroquiz/afroquiz-2021-registration/. Any events coming up for Black History Month in Calgary? Yes Raising Hope in a Pandemic, February 15 & 27, 1PM online Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture, 26-27 February, 6-8 PM daily -online Black History Month Desire to Make a Difference; Community Responsibility, and Integrity, February 27, 6-8PM. Afrikadey! Arts & Cultural Society in partnership with Pan African Music Society of Nigeria for an online music concert March 13, 2021, from 6pm to 8pm. We have a Black History Month Offers Ya, SASS Marketing Agency is offering help to the black community as part of Black History Month 2021. If you’re a #BlackOwnedBusiness in the Edmonton and area in need of graphic design work to promote your business during these difficult times, you can get a FREE offer from SASS. To request a FREE 1 (one) time design promotional marketing material before the end of February, please click here tinyurl.com/1vo4he4c Before we go to more Black History Month stories, we will take a quick commercial break. 3. It appears we have a new magazine in town’eh? Yap! Welcome to Elle Au Féminin Magazine by AJFAS. On February 20, 2021, Alliance Jeunesse et Famille de l’Alberta Society (AJFAS), celebrated 25 vibrant Black women from the Francophone community in Alberta as part of Black History Month, launching the arrival of the new feminine Black French magazine, Elle Au Féminin. Women were drawn from all works of life; healthcare, media, community development, entrepreneurs, education, and many more. Here is a list of the 25 women fantastic ladies celebrated: Dulari Prithipaul, Ida Ituze, Ida Kamariza, Tina Shimatu, Adel Mwika, Mireille Isidore, Michele Katuku Ngoy, Jeanne Lehman, Joelle Kacou, Agnes Mpinda, Rachel Gnalega, Brigette Etien, Evelyne Kemajou, Abigail Lawrence , Mariana Gueye, Anna-Benedicte Kouadio, Jeanette Sonna Toukem, Victorine Abe Mimbe, Aimee Ngoumba, Valecia Pepin, Rita Tshiluba, Danielle Kadjo, Mathy Mulimba, Chantal Londji Dang, Mireille Kamin. Take a look at the magazine on this link https://bit.ly/3brTLjc 4. Suiting men up for Fashion of the Week..? There’s colour and beauty in the horizon as Spring nears and Black History Month winds up. A colourful eye-catching men tie set will not be a bad idea for your man or a friend. A hand crafted African wax print or ankara. A high quality set of tie, bowtie, and pocket square to compliment an outfit. The set comes elegantly wrapped with a bow which makes it the perfect gift for this Black History Month. For more information, please go to kynapparel.ca 5. Who are we celebrating this week for Diversity Profile of the Week.? Bukola Ogunbiyi, a pharmacist in Edmonton popularly known as Bukky Don’t be afraid.ask for advice.find mentors that can help you.go beyond your normal comfort zone., Bukky. Bukola Ogunbiyi, popularly known as Bukky was a pharmacist in Nigeria for 5 years before moving to Canada in 2009. By 2012, she became a pharmacist too in Canada after proving her worth in the pharmacy exams. However, Bukky didn’t stop there, she kept going. She opened Hamptons Pharmacy in October 2019 on 5603 199 Street, in the Southwest of Edmonton, where she provides pharmacy services, such as dispensing medication, counselling people on their medication, medication review, and work with other healthcare professionals to provide the very best care. Also a Prescribing Pharmacist, the hardworking Bukky squeezed time in between clients to talk to Diversity TV Reporter, Tabitha Biel for our Black History Month Special. Take a listen.. 6. Coronavirus Project Cool Times: Alberta Health has reported scams where victims are asked to provide personal information, send money, or buy gift cards to secure a COVID-19 vaccine early. If you’ve received such a call, contact Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or your local police. 7. What do you have for Diversity TV International News.? A. South Africa becomes the first country in Africa to roll out Covid-19 vaccine. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine was rolled out after pausing an initial roll-out of AstraZeneca’s vaccine, which was apparently not effective against the Covid-19 strain dominant in the country. B. Tanzania, whose president was saying they do not have COVID-19, and even passed a law to prevent people from publicly talking about their Covid-19 situation, is now experiencing a rise in case number with senior government members dying from the virus. C. The Former Interior Minister of the ruling party, Mohamed Bazoum, has been declared as Niger’s new president by Niger’s electoral commission. 8. What’re we cooking this week for Dish of the Week..? Ackee and Saltfish, popularly known as the Jamaica’s national dish This week, Krazy Jerk Restaurant in Calgary led by Chef Joshua prepares for us Ackee and Saltfish, popularly known as the Jamaica’s national dish. It is made with the Ackee fruit, which was imported to the region from the Aftican nation of Ghana in Africa by slaves. You can try the delicious Ackee and Saltfish at Krazy Jerk, located on, 1715 52 St SE, Calgary. 9. We have lots of announcements this week? A. Employers can now apply for their staff, Albertan frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic to receive a one-time payment in recognition of their hard work and sacrifice. This Critical Worker Benefit is a joint federal-provincial program that will see $465 million go to approximately 380,000 Alberta public and private sector workers in the form of $1,200 cash payments. For detailed information on eligibility and how to apply, please visit: alberta.ca/workerbenefit. B. Businesses can now apply for Alberta Provincial Government support during this COVID-19 pandemic. The Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant offers financial assistance to Alberta businesses, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations that were ordered to close or curtail operations, and that experienced a 30% revenue loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more on the Alberta Government website C. Our first story in the Toronto area after numerous press releases. Now, expect more stories and keep doing the fantastic work lovely audience in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). In Toronto, former Calgary based community builder, Faith Greaves, leads forward her organization, Mozia Women’s Network Society and Mozia Professional Business Centre Inc. On February 20, 2021, from 3 PM, they did a soft launch via ZOOM, Facebook, and YouTube, of their 10,000 square feet Mozia Women’s Network Society and Mozia Professional Business Centre Launch. Hear more from Faith Greaves here on Diversity TV Community Newscast. D. The National Black Coalition of Canada (NBCC), Edmonton Chapter Black History Month publication is now out. The 44 years 2021 cultural magazine can be accessed on this link https://bit.ly/3sfuXBG E. Edmonton will host a very important Diversity Conference this Summer on July 6-10, at 9AM, inviting big names like Dr. Martin Luther King Jnr. III. Organizer, Patrick Arthur is here to tell us more. For tickets, please go to www.diversityconference.ca Business For Sale F. Interested in taking over a business..? Women Clothing Boutique for sale. Start making money right away. Ready to go and can be moved to anywhere. Very profitable. No Experience required. Needed training and support provided. Good deal Including Inventory, suppliers etc. Interested, please call 780.709.0965 G. In Toronto, Ontario, the highly anticipated children’s book is available now on Amazon under Miss Bonita and Friends and THE CASE OF THE GIRL WHO HAD TO BE PERFECTLY PERFECT. Written by Lisa Lallouz, the creator of the Miss Bonita and Friends books and Web series. The book is co-written by Suzane Coy, a Jamaican born African Canadian Actor/Producer & talent manager. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Black History Month, together they have partnered with the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian Woman elected to the House of Commons. With the objectives of the book to inspire kids across the world, we invited Dr. Augustine and Lisa, author of Miss Bonita, to inspire you as well with this story. H. Empowered Me Inc presented by our darling host, Harriet Tinka, launches anti-bullying campaign for 2021: DON’T MAKE ME CRY. The conversations has to be on-going. Get your tickets for this virtual event. Registration a must! This event is the beginning of many more conversations to come during the year. We are encouraging as many youths as possible to join in the discussions. Share your story to make a difference. We will have experts participate in the conversations as well. Thank you for watching Diversity TV Community Newscast from Harriet Tinka and Rayyah Sempala. See you next week. We now begin our Systemic Racism panel. 10. Diversity TV in the Community. Our last Black History Month Zoom panel is on SYSTEMIC RACISM, a hot one coming to you this Friday, February 26, 2021, at Noon. We invited a representatives from the Cities of Edmonton, Calgary, Government of Alberta, the official Alberta opposition, Edmonton and Calgary Police Services, School Boards, and some community leaders to share what they plan to do to address Systemic Racism. Visible minorities make up about 30% of Canada but yet hold less than 1% of positions on corporate Boards. The numbers are as depressing as you can imagine at management levels in government, academia, law enforcement, and every field that you can imagine. Last week, students in some schools in Edmonton formed groups to fight Black Supremacy. Yes I mean Black Supremacy. This signifies how toxic the situation has become. We clearly have a problem especially the minorities in Alberta and beyond. It’s time to start a conversation on Systemic Racism in Alberta. There’s no better time to have this conversation than during Black History Month, inviting those who pass legislation, those who enforce legislation, those who form our future leaders, and the communities who live these experiences. We know this matters to you and your organization as it does to our communities. As such, it was a pleasure to have guests to discuss how to mold an inclusive Alberta for everyone. Here are our guests: Kemoh Mansaray, Community Leader and Africa Centre Board Chair Giselle General, Politician running in the upcoming City of Edmonton elections, and a Community Leader Trisha Estabrooks, Chair of Edmonton Public School Board Trustee MLA David Shepherd, Edmonton-Centre Matthew Cheung, Edmonton Police Service Mitch Flaman, Edmonton Police Service Marilyn Dennis, Board Chair, Calgary Board of Education

Adding a spice of Egyptian folk dance to Black History Month 2021 celebration. It's beautiful to watch. Calgary based Radwa spins with her beautiful, colourful dress to add a slice of rich Egyption culture to Black History, as part of Diversity TV Black History Month Special.

It’s time to handout AC Awards 2020 the COVID way.... Ali Samura, 1 of 3 AC Awards 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year recipient. A historic 50 AC Awards nominees, 16 beautifully designed glass African map designed with recipient names engraved on; 5 in Edmonton this week, 7 in Calgary this weekend, and 4 in Red Deer next week.... There are certainly more people doing fabulous things than we can hand awards to. Those who do not receive an award this year, we encourage you to keep doing what you’re doing as we look forward to 2021 for yet another edition of AC Awards. A big thanks to all your support, especially our hosts and ambassadors across Alberta who made all this happen. Ladies and Gentlemen, here are a full list of all AC Award 2020 Nominees here https://www.diversitymag.ca/ac-award-2020/

AC Awards 2020 Nominee, Junior Achievement - Richard Tata (Red Deer). I am Richard Tata, Visionary artist, and professional in the medium of Painting, Drawing, Photography, Music Production, Design, Visual Direction and Editing. I was born in Uganda, Africa and raised in South East Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I went to Bishop Kidd Jr, Father Lacombe High School and studied Visual Arts at Red Deer College.... Growing up in Calgary Alberta, from a community where art was never looked at as a successful career, with God’s grace and blessings, I challenged the odds. Especially being from a different ethnicity, I had to fight for creative freedom within the Western culture. VISIONARY ARTIST Richard Tata is an Ex Break dancer, Hip-Hop & Soulful Sound-Wave influenced, Visual Artist, Writer, Poet, Editor, Advisor, Photographer, Music Producer, Designer, Director, Film Editor/ Producer, Painter, Sketch artist, Pro African Activist, Creative Genius & a full time thinker proud creator and owner of: Throughout my career and life it has been an honour being a part of these events and community support. * Shoot/ edited over 80 visual projects with high quality for potential artists who cannot afford one for free. * 2018 & 2019 sold out solo art show titled? Most Young Kings Get Their Heads Cut-Off) Calgary. * 2020 Central Alberta Refugee Efforts- featured AB cultural day Artist Red Deer. * 2017 & 2018 Education for Somalia Boys and Girls Fundraiser Mothers Day Tea Party Red Deer. * Achieved over 15 free sketches / paintings for family/friends with children victimized by death. * Reached over 20 million streams in collaboration with Paris DJ @Raeve on sound-cloud and Spotify. * Showcased visuals and sold merchandise at events such as ssyc 2018 raising awareness for the youth Sudanese community. * Top student in RDC Visual Arts Courses; painting and drawing classes. * Original visual director and member of African Caribbean Society in RDC. * 2017 Red Deer Art Battle Competitor * Hakili Canadian non-profit organization visual director candidate * Over 6 sketches tattoo For paintings/ sketches, and quotes, including custom and commissioned projects, see inquiries on my website killmaticsketches.com. Ladies and Gentlemen, all AC Award 2020 Nominees released here https://www.diversitymag.ca/ac-award-202

Albertans Spared A Full Lockdown BUT...recorded 1,115 new COVID-19 cases with 16 new deaths. As a consequence of the rising cases of COVID-19 in Alberta, the government announced a State of Public Emergency for the next 3 weeks, placing a ban on social gatherings, outdoor gathering limited to a maximum of 10. Church gatherings are limited to a third of normal capacity with mandatory masking. ... Funeral and wedding limited to 10 people. Banquet halls, community centres closed. Retail limited to 25% capacity. Hotels, personal services, barber shops, and beauty shops are limited to appointments only. Workers who can work at home should do so. Grade 7-12 students move to home schooling from November 30. January 11, 2021 next school opening after 1 more week of Winter Break. Mask is mandatory for all indoor workplaces in Edmonton and Calgary and surrounding communities. https://www.facebook.com/youralberta.ca/posts/4970250242993088

LIVE: Joined by Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw and Health Minister Tyler Shandro to announce new measures to help stop the COVID-19 spike, and ensure we protect both lives and livelihoods.

AC Awards 2020 Nominee, Fashion Designer of the Year - Karen Stanley Karen’s by Design Custom and Designer Sewing Born in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, a second generation self taught seamstress knew from a young age that the art of creative design and sewing was innate. Following in the footsteps of her mom and eldest sister, her passion and skill of transforming fabric into beautiful, elegant and formfitting apparel grew and continues to grow more and more. Karen obtain...ed the knowledge and understanding in differentiating the uniqueness of the female body and what garment lines fits best. This has enabled her to emerge as a Wardrobe Stylist/ Consultant, where she was praised for this ability as a volunteer at not-for-profit organization, Dress for Success, Calgary Alberta. Karen has over 10 years of hands-on training in dressmaking and alterations at Elegant Creations sewing studio in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. In 2012/2013 Karen upgraded her knowledge and skills at the International School of Career/ ICS Canada in Dressmaking and Design graduated with Highest Honors. Her confidence and efficiency have enabled her to provide remarkable, beyond expectation services in custom sewing, alterations, consulting to her clients for cultural, casual, evening, bridal wear, grad dresses and many other desired fashions. She has combined her love and aptitude for dressmaking in her most recent wardrobe designs for past two fashion shows she hosted in 2017 and 2018. The skillfulness has materialized into custom designed creations for her customers and life changing tips for wardrobe mastery. She is capable and posses the knowledge to meet your every need in this ever changing world of fashion and manufacturing. She is focused, driven by quality and customer satisfaction. Karen’s by Design sews and design without borders. Ladies and Gentlemen, all AC Award 2020 Nominees released here https://www.diversitymag.ca/ac-award-2020/