To the Caribbean Diaspora, the visionaries, the hustlers, the resilient, and all Canadians,
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, it is time to look back at the ground we’ve covered and the territory we are about to take. This past year at the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper, we tapped into the heartbeat of our community. From highlighting the brilliance of our local entrepreneurs and the pulse of Carnival culture to investigative pieces that challenged the status quo, we served as the record-keepers of our journey. As any strategist knows, looking back is only useful if it helps you aim better at the future.
In the business world, men like Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory taught us a fundamental lesson: Control the narrative or be controlled by it. They understood that power isn’t just about the bag; it’s about the infrastructure. It’s about building an empire that can withstand the storms. This year, we are applying that same cold, corporate acumen to the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper. We are taking no prisoners.
For too long, our people have been fed poison and told it was nourishment. We have watched as the wealthy elite, career politicians, and monolithic corporations have played psychological games to keep us in a state of reaction rather than action. They rely on our lack of information to maintain their grip. They use distraction to keep us from noticing when our rights are being eroded and our communities are being hollowed out.
That ends now.
In 2026, our mission is pure: Applied Knowledge is Power. We are moving beyond the search for “likes” and digital validation. We are here to provide the blueprint for mental and economic sovereignty. We will educate our people on how to recognize manipulation at the highest levels of government and corporate interest. We will provide the tools to dismantle the psychological traps laid by those who profit from our division.
We are building our community back stronger by empowering minds (young and old) to think like owners, not just consumers. Our team of veteran journalists and dedicated educators are committed to the truth, by any means necessary.
To the creatives, the writers, and the truth-seekers who feel the fire in their bellies: this is your invitation. We are looking for architects of a legacy. Join a movement that will enshrine us in history as the ones who refused to stay silent.
If you don’t take control of your life, someone else will, and they will charge you for the privilege of your own chains. Choose to be part of the legacy. The revolution will not be liked; it will be written.
Stay Ready,
Simone Jennifer Smith Chief Communications Officer Toronto Caribbean Newspaper
Feel free to hit me up at simone@carib101.com if you are ready, and only if you are ready
