In a festive move that captures the city’s commitment to diversity and holiday cheer, Mayor Patrick Brown, on behalf of Brampton City Council, proclaimed December 24, 2023, as “Kente Claus Day” in the City of Brampton.
Read MoreCanadians celebrate many different traditions during the holidays. But one thing we have in common is kindness.
Read MoreThe event was held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and it provided a look into the cultural significance and impact into Buffalo's history.
Read More"For a single parent, sometimes they're struggling, and it's a choice between putting food on the table or buying a gift for their child."
Read MoreIf you run into Kente Claus at a party or a fundraiser before Christmas and he asks what you want under the tree, tell him a Double-Double and a bag of Tim Bits and you may just get your wish, provided there is a Tim Hortons close by.
Read MoreThe sweet scents of the Caribbean were provided by the volunteers of the NDC Canada Chapter who presented this year’s fundraiser to assist families in Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.
Read MoreBY PAUL JUNOR
It has been five years now since Kente Claus made his appearance on the Canadian and American scene. Dewitt Lee III who transformed himself into Kente Claus is described as, “Canada’s first Africentric Claus.”
Read MoreKente Claus visits the WBFO newsroom
Read MoreThe Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Commission’s annual Soulful Christmas returns this year.
Read MoreKente Claus will make his annual trek to the Michigan Street African Heritage Corridor for Soulful Christmas
Read MoreKente Claus helps usher in an even more inclusive, more welcoming, more festive atmosphere at Canalside- the jewel of Buffalo's historic Waterfront Community.
Read MoreThe Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Commission (MSAAHCC) is getting into the Christmas Spirit. They're introducing their first ever A Soulful Christmas Inside the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor, looking to give back to the community while providing a fun holiday experience for the whole family.
Read MoreKente Claus is an Afrocentric Santa who spreads the true reason for the season.
Read MoreThe Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor hosted a ‘Soulful Christmas’ and its third annual Christmas tree lighting at two Michigan Street Churches.
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