Category: Black Atlantic Women

Norelice Mboutou, known as “Lisy Lisy,” defies artistic categorization. This versatile New Brunswick-based creative seamlessly navigates two worlds: crafting impactful graphics by day and wielding her brush to paint powerful messages by night. But her path wasn’t a linear journey. Initially pursuing electrical engineering, a serendipitous encounter with graphic design sparked a revelation, leading her...

Hillary LeBlanc is a 30-year-old Senegalese-Acadian woman, born and raised in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. Raised by an Acadian single mom, Hillary didn’t have much of a Black community growing up and often felt quite isolated. She didn’t have much of a relationship with her father or the Senegalese side of her family. Hillary has...

Charlene Carr is the youngest of four children and the only girl. Living in a house full of boys taught her to fight for what she wants and to always reach higher (you have to when everyone in your family towers above you). She spent much of her childhood creating elaborate, multi-faceted storylines for her...

Dr. Mary McCarthy Brandt, a sixth-generation New Brunswicker, embodies the unwavering spirit of her ancestors. Her dedication to preserving and promoting the rich history of Black New Brunswickers has cemented her position as a leading voice in the community. Through academic exploration, community activism, and relentless advocacy, Dr. Brandt has illuminated previously silenced narratives and...

Isabelle Hébié isn’t your typical entrepreneur. Driven by a heart as big as her intellect, she’s not just building businesses, she’s building a better world. Her story is a captivating blend of academic excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and an unwavering commitment to social good.  Her journey began with a thirst for knowledge. Studying Marketing in 2014...

In 2016, I embarked on a journey that would change my life. Leaving my home country Nigeria, I landed in Canada as an international student, eager to pursue an MBA at the University of New Brunswick. This wasn’t just about gaining knowledge; it was the start of a remarkable quest to empower newcomers and international...

 Alexandra Falibois, a vibrant woman with a contagious smile, embodies the spirit of a trailblazer. Hailing from Guadeloupe, a stunning island in the French Caribbean, she now thrives in Moncton, Canada, where she ignites the entrepreneurial spark in aspiring business owners.  Her journey began in the bustling city of Paris, where she honed her skills in...

The salty tang of the Nassau air still lingers in her memory, a constant reminder of the warmth that brought her to Canada two decades ago. Fresh out of Dalhousie University, a young wife with dreams dancing in her eyes, she embarked on a journey that would weave family, finance, and community into the rich...