Granny's Inspiration hits number 1 on Roots 96.1 FM in Kingston, Jamaica

"Singing granny has hit song in Jamaica

The Brampton Guardian
Saturday June 23 2007
TINA DEPKO, Staff Writer

Maud Fraser, 73, wrote her first song two years ago, which recently went on to top the charts at a radio station in Jamaica.


Grief affects people in different ways.

Maud Fraser said she couldn't even get out of bed after losing James, her husband of 34 years, in August 2005.

But the 73-year-old was determined to feel alive again, so she picked up a pen and paper and started writing.

The result was Granny's Inspiration, a song about following your dreams, no matter how impossible they seem.

'It was like my husband was telling me to do some writing, even though he wasn't here, because he always worried about me being happy and loved me,' she said. 'My husband was one of the best people in the world. Doing something positive when you lose a loved one is the best medication.'

A reggae version of the song recorded by Fraser hit number 1 on Roots 96.1 FM in Kingston, Jamaica in February, also receiving regular play on other stations on the island."

Ex-Beatle recruits Sizzla, Lady Saw, Cherine Anderson for remix - JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM

Ex-Beatle recruits Sizzla, Lady Saw, Cherine Anderson for remix - JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM: "Ex-Beatle recruits Sizzla, Lady Saw, Cherine Anderson for remix
Basil Walters, Observer staff reporter
Friday, June 29, 2007

Former Beatle Paul McCartney has crossed over into dancehall with the release of a single on the heels of his new album, Memory Almost Full. The remix single, Nod Your Head, is produced by Sly and Robbie and features Sizzla, Lady Saw and Cherine Anderson."

Jamaica Gleaner News - King Stitt honoured for half-century of sound system service - Sunday | May 27, 2007

Jamaica Gleaner News - King Stitt honoured for half-century of sound system service - Sunday | May 27, 2007: "King Stitt honoured for half-century of sound system service"

Bob Marley to be honoured by Ghanaian Government - Peppa Pot Maga-Zeen

Bob Marley to be honoured by Ghanaian Government - Peppa Pot Maga-Zeen: "Bob Marley to be honoured by Ghanaian Government

'I am a proud African, proud of my land, proud of my people, committed to making the third millennium the African millennium.'

Bob Marley has been specially selected to be honoured by the Government of Ghana 'Akwaaba Anyemi Programme' under the 'The Joseph Project'. His widow, Mrs Rita Marley has been invited to collect the award at the launch of The Joseph Project on Saturday, July 21 to Sunday, August 12 in Accra, Ghana.

Bob Marley was selected by a nominating committee of Africans, who have similarly excelled in their own fields, and thought it important to honour him. The purpose of The Joseph Project is to change the '21st Century' into the 'African Century'."

The Teaching Profession > Ministry of Education

The Teaching Profession > Ministry of Education: "Ontario Teaching Certification

To teach in a publicly funded school in Ontario you need an Ontario teaching certificate from the Ontario College of Teachers. To obtain a teaching certificate you will normally need an undergraduate degree, and one year of teacher training. Teacher training is available at Ontario universities offering the Bachelor of Education program."

Internationally Trained Teachers (ITT)

Teachers trained outside Ontario must satisfy the basic requirements of certification in Ontario. The Ontario College of Teachers evaluates the qualifications of applicants and, if satisfied, will issue an Interim Certificate of Qualification (ICQ), pending completion of 194 days of successful teaching in an Ontario classroom. The ICQ can be converted to a Certificate of Qualification by completing the conditions placed on the certificate, including 194 days of successful teaching in an Ontario classroom.

BBC NEWS | Americas | Coach Woolmer 'was not murdered'

BBC NEWS | Americas | Coach Woolmer 'was not murdered': "Coach Woolmer 'was not murdered'
Bob Woolmer
There have been a host of theories surrounding Mr Woolmer's death
Scotland Yard detectives have told Jamaican police that the former Pakistan cricket coach, Bob Woolmer, was not murdered, the BBC understands.

The apparent verdict follows work by a UK Home Office pathologist, who flew to Jamaica to probe Mr Woolmer's death."

Carnivalissima kicks-off at Harbourfront Centre from June 8 to 10!

Celebrate all the world’s great Carnivals all in one place, with an entire weekend of nonstop Harbourfront Centre events!

Carnivalissima – Produced by Luminato and Harbourfront Centre, from June 8 to 10 – A bold celebration of the world's most lavish carnivals, all in one place.

Harbourfront Centre site and the entire waterfront area will transform into several celebratory squares filled with dance, music, art, film, fashion, family and kids’ events, international crafts, cuisine and all things to amaze and amuse you. From the gala opening Masquerade Ball, to this wildly popular southern Caribbean dance music featuring Ricki Jai, the number one rated chutney artist worldwide and Guyana's most recorded artist Terry Gajraj. Closing concert by soca king Machel Montano & Xtatik and vibrant Tout monde ca Danse.Imagine a "sensory overload" that has you wondering which way to turn! A spotlight on the diversity and creativity of Toronto through the speckled lens of carnival and spectacle.

Events take place at Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West on Friday, June 8, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday, June 9, 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. & Sunday, June 10, 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. All performances are FREE! For more information please call 416-973-4000 or visit harbourfrontcentre.com.

Carnivalissima Highlights!

The ONE Campaign

Please sign the petition calling on the G8 to get back on track to keep their historic promises to the developing world. The

The ONE Campaign: "Send a Message to the G8

Please sign the petition The ONE Campaign to send an important message to the G8 leaders that we, all citizens of the world, want our leaders to do all they can to fight extreme poverty and global disease."

NFB - Production & distribution - REEL DIVERSITY 2006

NFB - Production & distribution - REEL DIVERSITY 2006: "
The NFB’s Reel Diversity competition is now seeking submissions by emerging filmmakers of colour. Reel Diversity gives three promising directors the chance to direct their documentary for broadcast on CBC Newsworld.

CALL FOR ENTRIES: October 27, 2006 Deadline

A National Film Board of Canada initiative in partnership with CBC Newsworld.

The NFB invites emerging filmmakers of colour to submit their proposals for a TV-hour documentary. Up to eight finalists will have the chance to develop their proposals and attend a 3-day intensive training session. Three winners will be selected to make their own NFB documentaries and have them broadcast on CBC Newsworld."