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"It's not for nothing" that Alan Cavé wasn't playing in Montreal

The next stop of "Se pa pou dat 25\35" will be Paris in the spring of 2027.

SPVM Dismissal: the Sommet afro calls for a public inquiry into racial profiling

"A fundamental question remains: what guarantees that these officers will not be able to continue their careers within another police force?" asks Sommet president Édouard Staco.

Montreal-Nord: zero funding for a high rate of domestic violence

In 2025, there were 531 crimes against persons in the context of domestic violence.

Damesara eyes a return of Canada–Haiti flights and a boost in business

Total bilateral merchandise trade reached only $106.2 million, comprising $65.8 million in Canadian exports to Haiti and $40.4 million in imports from Haiti.

The Haitian Diaspora Days are coming

The 8th edition of the JIDH aims to make its mark at the Renaissance hall at 7750 Henri-Bourassa East, in Montreal, under the theme "Unite for a strong and united community, focused on a better future".

Haitians from Boston and Montreal will not attend the match due to lack of money

With 6 million seats available, FIFA received more than 507 million requests, which explains the high cost of tickets.

Two "poteau-mitans" of education honored by the Maison d'Haïti

Ninette Piou, Executive Director of Centre NA Rive, and Suzie Boisrond, a retired teacher and learning disabilities specialist, received the Adeline Chancy award.

A cabaret on the "Legacy of the resistance fighters" and creation

"To resist is not only to denounce. It is to stand up, to educate oneself, to create spaces where our youth can speak, write, be heard and build pride."

Marjorie Michel to Haitians: "not going to vote is almost a crime"

While Mr. Carney was shaking hands in Terrebonne, his Health Minister, Marjorie Michel, as well as Bourassa MP Abdelhaq Sari, were in Longueuil-Saint-Hubert to "consolidate" this riding wrested from the Bloc québécois in the last election.

Fight Against Racism: Quebec Satisfied After 5 Years of Action

Quebec publishes its approximately 90-page report on "RACISM IN QUEBEC: ZERO TOLERANCE".

The Canadian Minister Who Learned Politics in Haiti

"Everything I say, I stand by," declares with bursts of laughter the Deputy of Papineau, Marjorie Michel, whom we meet for this profile.

(2nd) The Haitian community loses out in the 2025 elections

The 2025 municipal elections confirm a worrying trend: local political influence is crumbling

François Jean-Denis: the teacher, now in immigration

Graduate of the École Normale Supérieure, François Jean-Denis led a life as a teacher for 12 years in Haiti before a serious incident violently pushed him out of his country.

Black people at the City of Montreal "forced" to cancel their Gala

"The new provisions established by the employer since April 2025, which govern our activities, prevent us from covering certain aspects essential to organizing the gala."

The Military Man in Charge of DameSara Grocery Store

Thanks to a $4 million investment from Dr. Gracia Étienne, Damesara grocery store is getting closer to its target clientele by acquiring a $2 million building in Montréal-Nord.

Its radio to speak and raise awareness for 24 years

"We are still here despite many difficulties" - Jean Ernest Pierre

Black elected officials: how to "protect themselves, raise awareness and take action"?

The caucus of Black elected officials from all levels of government met on February 21, 2026.

Joseph Dieudonne Larose and the management of his patrimonial and moral rights

In the testamentary document, the artist designated his eldest daughter, Gemberly Larose, as the principal liquidator.

T. Auguste: the Haitian community rallies behind her

Anger, disappointment, "racism" — the Haitian community of Terrebonne does not mince words when it comes to describing the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the federal elections.

The friendship story of Reginald and Dener told by In Texto

Beyond professional relationships, Dener and Réginald have always developed the strongest personal relationships.

They teach French to immigrants differently

They won the 1st prize for innovation from Fonds 1804 with "Des mots pour comprendre, des projets pour agir" which aims to encourage students to read and engage with books in general.

How to "spot, stop, report" immigration fraud

Currently an investigation is underway concerning more than 95,000 cases of fraud, rejecting more than 95,000 applications due to false declarations.

Reginald Cange and Dener Ceide played for women in Montreal

The evening began with the presentation of honor plaques to 8 women who have made their mark on the Haitian community of Montreal, Haitian music and culture through their leadership, talent and inspiring work.

A "Compass" for newly arrived students in Laval

Boussole is a French and math program that covers five themes: the neighborhood, transportation, the library, Climate (surrounding parks), Greater Montreal and Quebec history.

The author of "Le Syndrome du Transplanté" meets the Haitian community of Montreal

Alin Louis Hall had a candid discussion with members of the Haitian community in Montreal about his book.

Terrebonne: Tatiana Auguste dives back into the campaign

Several Montreal MPs traveled to Terrebonne to support Ms. Auguste's campaign, including ministers Mélanie Joly and Marjorie Michel.

Raising awareness among asylum seekers about the realities of immigration

Lawyer, consultant, employment specialist gather to inform and raise awareness among asylum seekers about the new realities of immigration in Canada, at the initiative of CRAVE

Interview with Isaac Bosquet of Damesara

Isaac Bosquet has been leading Damesara for six years.

Straight to the point with Guedwig Bernier and his guests

Provincial Election 2026 — Where Does the Race Really Stand?

Marjorie Michel: "You just have to take your place"

The Health Minister was in Longueuil to support her colleague MP, Natilien Joseph, in the context of the cancellation of elections in Terrebonne.

Tatiana Auguste: "I fight to make Terrebonne the center of our country's transformation"

The Liberal candidate opened her campaign office on Saturday, March 14, on Montée Massson.

The BCHM takes part in the "À boutte" campaign

The Bureau de la communauté haïtienne de Montréal (BCHM) is taking part in the campaign aimed at denouncing government cuts to the community sector.

A Black Civil Servants Association is born

"Joining AFNA means choosing not to remain alone, to contribute, to build something lasting. What we are launching today is a starting point"

Lakou pataj, a $31M BCHM project comes to life

The announcement was made this Wednesday.

The "Imprints" of Dr. André Arcelin

Today, Montreal loses a doctor. The Haitian community loses a pillar. Quebec loses a builder.

BCHM invites you to watch Haiti's three matches in community

"TOUP POU YO" Right in the heart of Downtown, BHCM has prepared three unforgettable evenings for you.

16 police officers removed: profiled himself, the SPVM chief was preparing his move

Fady Dagher had been subjected to differential treatment at customs since September 11, 2001 even though authorities knew he was a high-ranking police officer.

Racism at the SPVM: 80 Black organizations call for an independent inquiry

They are calling for the investigation to be expanded to include other police forces that have been subject to rulings for racial profiling in Quebec.

Angélique-Latimer, the flagship project of the SHCN is launched

159.9 M$, 281 units, Nearly 50,000 sq ft of services. Grocery store, Daycare, Community spaces Net Zero Design

The Member of Parliament for Bourassa-Sauvé, Madwa-Nika Cadet, on Radio Nou

She tells us about the situation at poste-39 in Montréal-Nord

Straight to the point with sociologist Frédéric Boisrond

Guedwig Bernier will host Frédéric Boisrond, Cyrille Ekwalla and Jean Numa Goudou for a political discussion of approximately 60 minutes

40,000 protected persons forgotten in Quebec

By the end of 2025, the federal government said they would add 115,000 more spaces for protected persons. But Québec is refusing to participate in the program.

Discrimination in Montréal-Nord: Christine Black gives an update

The mayor of Montréal-Nord answers our questions.

C-12: the prospects for Haitians

François Jean-Denis speaks about the different options available to Haitians affected by Bill C-12 in Canada

5 minutes with a member organization of the Sommet afro

Le Sommet afro and In Texto are partnering to introduce you to some twenty member organizations. We welcome the Compagnie de théâtre créole.

PDQ-39: a public inquiry demanded on the basis of C-37

Lawyer Fernando Belton is advocating for the holding of a public inquiry that should get to the bottom of things regarding profiling and discriminatory questioning.

Afro Summit: 5 minutes with Lakay

We spoke with Pierre-Richard Thomas, the executive director of Lakay.

Straight to the point- Guedwig Bernier reflects on the elections

Every Friday, G Bernier discusses politics with his guests.

Children of asylum seekers and Quebec facing decisions without hearings

François Jean-Denis talks to us about Quebec, which is criticizing the decisions of the Refugee Protection Board that accepts certain cases based on irrefutable evidence presented by the applicants.

Children of asylum seekers and Quebec facing decisions without hearings

François Jean-Denis talks to us about Quebec, which is criticizing the decisions of the Refugee Protection Board that accepts certain cases based on irrefutable evidence presented by the applicants.

Immigrants leaving Quebec in droves

The 4th column by François Jean-Dinis also addresses the controversy over the social assistance costs of asylum seekers and what they contribute to society

Cybersecurity no longer protects, attests Kenep.ai

How can citizens protect themselves in the face of cybersecurity failures?

(Audio)-5 min with the organization Lakay

The Sommet Jeunes Afro and Intexto are joining forces to amplify, through a podcast series, the voices of 20 organizations that bring our network to life. Every Tuesday at noon, we introduce you to an organization, its history, its mission, its projects and much more. It's all happening here, on Intexto.