Remembering the first and only Black battalion in Canadian military history

Monday, February 23, 2026

Audio documentary: Approximately 1,400 Black men served in the Canadian military between 1914 and 1918, having overcome efforts to exclude them from the war effort. To commemorate Black History Month, this is the story of their fight to receive fair treatment and equal opportunities, at home and overseas. It contains terms that were commonly used at the time, and shows some of the racism faced by Black Canadian soldiers.

Getting a seat at the table – and using it

Sunday, May 25, 2025

In April, community leaders of all ages took part in a “Lunch and Politics” discussion in Waterloo Region, with the goal of increasing civic and political engagement among the local Black community.

Coming together: “Beyonsea and the Mothers” breaks down stereotypes in the search for family and home

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

“Beyonsea and the Mothers”, written and directed by Teneile Warren, tells the story of three Jamaicans who are brought together by circumstance in a place meant to give them second chances. It will be on stage at The Conrad Centre from January 29 to February 9, 2025.

A Gathering of Ancestors #3: Breaking the chains of ignorance

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Linking together the stories of my ancestors' remarkable lives.

Published on the 182nd anniversary of the final time my last enslaved ancestor was sold to someone else.

A Gathering of Ancestors #2: Breaking the silence

Friday, April 8, 2022

Ending a silence that lasted for generations, it’s time to start telling my ancestors’ story.

A Gathering of Ancestors #1: How I found my family's missing link

Sunday, February 28, 2021

My grandparents were from Suriname (Dutch Guiana), and moved to Guyana (British Guiana), where they raised their family. A casual conversation with someone I barely knew led to discoveries about my missing Surinamese heritage, including my enslaved great-great-grandmother.

Lynda's story, Part #2: Healing as a community, growing as a person

Friday, April 14, 2023

“She has a natural inner strength, and she’s come miles. Before, she was breaking down all the time, but now that’s kind of gone away.”

Written for The Community Edition.

Lynda's story, Part #1: Lynda Chapman shares her journey from Grandview Training School to healing

Monday, March 6, 2023

Content warning: mentions of sexual assault, rape, violence, detention, abuse, mentions of homicide and violence against children. 

Written for The Community Edition.

Revisiting the legacy of Galt's Grandview Training School For Girls

Monday, March 6, 2023

Content warning: mentions of sexual assault, rape, violence, detention, abuse, mentions of homicide and violence against children. 

Written for The Community Edition.

“If you want to help somebody, this is how to do it. A place just like this.”

Thursday, January 26, 2023

One of a series of profiles that I wrote about residents at Supportive Housing Of Waterloo. I interviewed them about their experience and shot their portraits..