The University of the West Indies (The UWI) extends its deepest solidarity to the people and the Government of Jamaica in the wake of the most powerful hurricane to ever impact the nation. Our hearts go out to all individuals and institutions affected by this unprecedented disaster. It is a sobering reminder of the escalating … Continue reading Resilience in Action: The UWI’s commitment to Jamaica
Month: October 2025
CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP IN A CHANGING GLOBAL LANDSCAPE Prepared by Robert Ready, Alicia D. Nicholls and Kai L. Hazlewood October 2025 This policy brief examines the current state of trade relations between Canada and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), identifying key trends, persistent challenges and emerging opportunities in an evolving global landscape. … Continue reading CARICOM-CANADA TRADE RELATIONS
Denis Chabrol October 29, 2025 President Irfaan Ali on Wednesday welcomed the US$1 billion pledge by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) to support development in Suriname and Guyana over the next five years, and signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). “Guyana continues to enjoy strong response … Continue reading Ali welcomes Islamic Development Bank, IDB Group’s $1 billion financing for Suriname, Guyana development
News release October 30, 2025 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada Hurricane Melissa has severely affected the Caribbean region, causing loss of life, as well as damage to homes and infrastructure, impacting local communities and economies. Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced $7 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to … Continue reading Canada announces humanitarian assistance in response to Hurricane Melissa
October 30, 2025 Joe Friesen Postsecondary Education Reporter George Brown College is changing its name in order to differentiate itself in a crowded, and financially strained, higher-education marketplace. The school’s new name will be George Brown Polytechnic. It plans to make the announcement Thursday morning. It’s the third Ontario college to embrace the polytechnic name in the … Continue reading George Brown College changes name to stand out in crowded higher-education marketplace
Akash Samaroo, Lead Editor - Politics akash.samaroo@cnc3.co.t October 29, 2025 After accusing Caricom of betraying Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar says her Government will now look to significantly realign its foreign policy with a focus on countries outside of the region. Yesterday, Persad-Bissessar reiterated that she does not view Caricom as a “reliable partner” and … Continue reading PM signals major foreign policy shift; T&T looks beyond Caricom
$150M US ‘catastrophe bond’ issued last year headed to full payout, will provide Jamaica immediate help A detailed look at a financing instrument that offers potential to help the Caribbean and others when disaster strikes. by Inayat Singh Inayat Singh covers the environment and climate change at CBC News. He is based in Toronto and … Continue reading How Jamaica took out an insurance policy for itself, and why it’s about to pay off after Hurricane Melissa
Media ReleaseFor Immediate Release Canada–Caribbean Institute Urges Swift Canadian Relief Response Following Hurricane MelissaToronto, Canada — October 29, 2025 The Canada–Caribbean Institute (CCI) expresses deep concern for the people of Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba and other Caribbean nations devastated by Hurricane Melissa. As communities face the destruction of homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods, the Institute stands in … Continue reading Canada–Caribbean Institute Urges Swift Canadian Relief Response Following Hurricane Melissa
Following Hurricane Melissa's hit on Jamaica the full extent of the damage is just becoming known. Information is hard to come by. The Government of Jamaica has set up a single window for information on the situation at https://supportjamaica.gov.jm This government-run portal was launched to coordinate national recovery efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricane … Continue reading Jamaica – Information on Melissa’s impact
Heavy floodwaters swept across southwestern Jamaica, winds tore roofs off buildings and boulders tumbled onto roads Tuesday as Hurricane Melissa came ashore as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record. Landslides, fallen trees and numerous power outages were reported as Melissa came ashore with 295 km/h winds near New … Continue reading Eye of Melissa moves past Jamaica after hitting as strongest hurricane in the region in 174 years