iNews Briefs & Community Events (From BIG FISH 95.5)
Cayman Islands Bodden Town Pipeline project on hold
Due to a lack of materials Phase 2 of the Water Authority – Cayman Bodden Town Pipeline Project has been put on hold.
The project began last January to replace the water main along Bodden Town Road between Gun Square Road and Manse Road and involves installing over 2,100 feet of pipeline. To date only just over half has been laid.
At the moment Water Authority workers are connecting up their customers to the new pipeline and filling in the trenches including topping off with chip and spray.
Until the materials arrive there will be no further traffic restrictions the Authority announced.
Houston firm can take fee dispute to Cayman Islands
A Texas district court has granted a Houston law firm’s request to aid with serving a lawsuit upon a former client in the Cayman Islands to confirm an arbitration award the firm won over unpaid fees for work on a maritime merger dispute.
Canadian government extends electronic travel authorization deadline
From Caribbean News Now
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — The government of Canada has extended the time period by which people travelling to Canada by air need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).
While the revised entry requirements called for passengers to complete an eTA before travel to Canada beginning March 15, 2016, the Canadian government has now given travellers until “Fall 2016” to have the documents in place.
According to a diplomatic note, during the period March 15, 2016, and Fall 2016, travellers who do not have an eTA can still board their flight, as long as they have the appropriate travel documents, such as a valid passport and meet the other requirements needed for entry into Canada.
Bermuda gov’t agrees to withdraw controversial Bill
From Jamaica Observer
HAMILTON, Bermuda (CMC) — The One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) government, shaken by a five-day protest and resignation of a cabinet minister, has pledged to withdraw its controversial Pathways to Status Bill.
Premier Michael Dunkley announced on Thursday night than an agreement had been reached to end the “disruption and distress across the island”.
To massive cheers from protesters outside the House of Assembly, the Reverend Nicholas Tweed, spokesman for pressure group the People’s Campaign, read from a letter from government, stating: “The government will withdraw the bill.”
It came moments after Bermuda Industrial Union (BIU) president Chris Furbert told the crowd: “We have an agreement but it’s for you to decide if it’s sufficient. We believe it is. I believe we’ve delivered what we were asked to deliver.”
Members of the crowd raised their hands in agreement after Tweed, an African Methodist Episcopal church minister, gave details of government’s proposal. A consultative working group for the bill has also been promised.
The protests began last Friday and continued on Monday with bus and ferry services as well as garbage collection cancelled.
MPs, who were shut out of the House by a nine-hour blockade on Monday when protesters formed a human ring around the building, will return to parliament on Monday, Dunkley said.
For more: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/latestnews/Government-agrees-to-withdraw-controversial-bill
HIV-related stigma among African, Caribbean, and Black youth in Windsor, Ontario
DOI:10.1080/09540121.2016.1158397
Robert Mihana, Jelani Kerrab*, Eleanor Maticka-Tyndalea & The ACBY Team
Publishing models and article dates explained
Received: 24 Oct 2015
Accepted: 17 Feb 2016
Published online: 17 Mar 2016
ABSTRACT
HIV-related stigma has been shown to undermine prevention, care, treatment, and the well-being of people living with HIV. A disproportion burden of HIV infection, as well as elevated levels of HIV-related stigma, is evidenced in sub-Saharan African (SSA) and African-diasporic populations. This study explores factors that influence HIV-related stigma among 16- to 25-year-old youth residing in a Canadian city who identify as African, Caribbean, or Black. Stigma, as rooted in cultural norms and beliefs and related social institutions, combined with insights from research on stigma in SSA and African-diasporic populations, guided the development of a path analytic structural equation model predicting levels of HIV-related stigmatizing attitudes. The model was tested using survey responses of 510 youth to estimate the direct and indirect influences of ethno-religious identity, religious service attendance, time in Canada, HIV/AIDS knowledge, HIV-testing history, sexual health service contact, and gender on HIV-related stigma. Statistically significant negative associations were found between levels of stigma and knowledge and HIV-testing history. Ethno-religious identity and gender had both direct and indirect effects on stigma. African-Muslim participants had higher levels of stigma, lower knowledge, and were less likely to have been tested for HIV infection than other ethno-religious groups. Male participants had higher levels of stigma and lower knowledge than women. Time in Canada had only indirect effects on stigma, with participants in Canada for longer periods having higher knowledge and less likely to have been tested than more recent arrivals. While the strength of the effect of knowledge on stigmatizing attitudes in this research is consistent with other research on stigma and evaluations of stigma-reduction programs, the path analytic results provide additional information about how knowledge and HIV-testing function as mediators of non-modifiable characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, religion, and time in a country.
SOURCE: http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09540121.2016.1158397?journalCode=caic20
Caribbean hosts second event for London planners
From meetpie
Second annual industry event attended by 40 agencies, corporate planners and venue finders in central London
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) hosted its second bespoke Caribbean MICE Event at the ICEBAR LONDON this week.
This event was attended by 40 event professionals, made up of agencies, corporate event planners and venue finders.
Carol Hay, the CTO’s director of marketing UK and Europe, said: “We were very pleased with our bespoke Caribbean MICE Event; a great selection of MICE professionals attended our event and good meetings were held with our Caribbean partners.
“We were happy to showcase the range of quality product that the Caribbean has to offer and we hope that following this event, the MICE market continues to grow within the Caribbean region.”
The evening concluded with a grand prize draw with prizes including gift bags, bottles of Caribbean rum, a place on a Jamaica fam trip, a pair of return tickets to St. Kitts with British Airways and seven nights’ accommodation for two at the St James Club Morgan Bay, Saint Lucia courtesy of Elite Island Resorts.
Pictured: Event professionals enjoyed the second annual Caribbean MICE Event at ICEBAR
For more: http://www.meetpie.com/modules/newsmodule/NewsDetails.aspx?newsid=22593
Magnitude 6.0 quake strikes off Caribbean islands
From Sputnik News
15:33 19.03.2016(updated 15:34 19.03.2016)
A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Saturday off the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean Sea, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported.
MOSCOW (Sputnik) — The offshore quake was registered at the depth of over 15 miles, 76 miles to the northeast of the inhabited Barbuda island and its city of Codrington.
There were no immediate reports of tsunami threat.
Barbuda is part of the twin-island Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda. The earthquake comes just hours after its government conducted tsunami evacuation exercises, aimed at boosting tsunami safety and increasing the level of awareness among the residents.
The perimeter of the Caribbean plate is characterized by its complexity of tectonic regimes, including numerous faults and pull-apart basin tectonics, according to the USGS.
For more: http://sputniknews.com/latam/20160319/1036584631/magnitude-quake-caribbean.html#ixzz43Ma3Z3TQ
Cayman Islands: Grand Court Jurors report date changed
The Grand Court jury report date has been changed.
All Grand Court Jurors who are in the ’13 JANUARY – 5 APRIL 2016′ session, please be advised that the report date of Monday, 21th March, 2016 has been changed. You are now to report for jury duty on Tuesday, 29th March, 2016, at 9:45am.
Please call the Jury Information line at 945-5072 for the most up to date information.
Cayman Islands: NGCI Hosts EN MAS’ Lecture
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands is hosting its “History of Carnival” special lecture on Thursday, 24 March 2016. The lecture is in conjunction with the NGCI’s current exhibition EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean.
Interested persons will learn about the fascinating and complex history of Caribbean Carnival with the Artistic Director of the Cayman National Cultural Foundation, Henry Muttoo.
The 90 minute lecture is free and open to the public, beginning at 6:00pm.
For event details, email [email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
NEWS–Holy Week in Cayman Islands
Everyone is invited to a Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, to be held on the grounds of the old Glass House on Tuesday 22nd March starting at mid-day and ending at 12.50pm. (sponsored by the Cayman Ministers Association).
NEWS:
EASTER SUNRISE SERVICES will take place on Sunday 27th March at 6am—on Public Beaches in 3 locations:
i) At the COE_WOOD Beach in Bodden Town.
ii) At the Seven Mile Public Beach;
iii) And at the Red Bay Dock on South Sound Road.
Everyone is invited to come and worship. This is sponsored by the Cayman Ministers Association.
Holy Week and Easter with St. Alban’s Anglican Church
Off The Beaten Track Photos
If you want to purchase any of the beautiful photographs from the Off The beaten Track event please use the link below with the voucher code OFFBT to get 50% off digital copies of the photos.
Guy
http://picturethisstudios.pixieset.com/offthebeatentrack/
Children’s Film Competition Registration Extended
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) has extended its registration deadline for students wishing to enter their short films in the Young Image Makers (YIM) competition.
Budding filmmakers can now submit their entries now through Wednesday, 13th April, 2016.
The Foundation is allowing students more time over the Easter holidays to work on their films.
Interested persons can submit films to CNCF offices behind Harquail Theatre by 5.00 p.m. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers , for more details, email [email protected]
Cayman Islands Humane Society Book Loft March Monthly Sale
50% Sale on all books
Self Help
Spiritual
Parenting
Biographies
Sport’s
+
Buy 1 CD Get 1 FREE
Tel: 946-8053
Location – next to ALT’s on North Sound Road
Minister Marion Hall heads to Grand Cayman
High profile dancehall artiste turned gospel minister, Marion Hall, formerly known as Lady Saw is heading to Cayman.
Hall is scheduled to perform at Concert at the Lion Center in Grand Cayman on June 5.
“I will be there in the name of Jesus,” said Hall on Instagram as she shared a promotional flyer for the event.
Hall is also expected to make her gospel debut overseas from March 25-27.
SOURCE: http://www.loopjamaica.com/content/minister-marion-hall-heads-grand-cayman
Art through Cancer- Cancer through Art
Thu April 7 – May 12
National Training Programme – Passport2Success
The Passport2Success Programme is currently seeking applicants for its 20th cohort which will begin on April 25th 2016. This cohort is geared to young Caymanians between the ages of 17 and 23. Application deadline is 1st April 2016. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for more information. Visit www.passport2Success.ky to apply.
Internship with Prosperity Capital Management
This internship is being offered by Prosperity Capital Management Ltd, as part of the National Internship Programme. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience of accounting as well as some specifics of the funds industry. Various practical training sessions will be offered combined with the daily hands-on experience. The internship opportunity is available for those studying finance or accounting at a local college/university. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for application forms. Deadline is April 24th 2016.
Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Orange You Glad Gala NOW SAT APRIL 9
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Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Annual Coin Collection Drive
Please note that the Meals on wheels Coin Collection drive will be held this year a little later on May 27th and 28th. volunteers will be outside all supermarkets on the island as well as Kirks Home Centre and AL Thompsons hardware. for those companies that see heavy traffic i.e. banks, collection boxes will be available for that week.
For more information please don’t hesitate to call
Pat Bazell-Taylor
916-6249
British Airways Nassau / Grand Cayman Aircraft Changes from July 2016
By JL From Airline Route
British Airways starting 01JUL16 is increasing capacity on London Heathrow – Nassau – Grand Cayman route, as the airline plans to operate 3-class Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, instead of 767-300ER.
The airline operates this route 4 times a week.
BA253 LHR1030 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 57
BA253 LHR1035 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 1
BA253 LHR1045 – 1505NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 3
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2225 – 1200+1LHR 777 57
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2230 – 1205+1LHR 777 13
For more: http://airlineroute.net/2015/11/23/ba-nasgcm-jul16/
COMMUNITY EVENTS
MON MAR 21
Holy Week Holy Communion
As part of Holy Week, St. Alban’s Church is hosting Holy Communion on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (21 — 23 Mar) at 5pm.
Careers Fair at Cayman Academy
All interested students and other members of the public are invited to a Careers Fair at Cayman Academy on Monday (21 Mar.) Representatives of Northern Caribbean University and of professions and businesses in Cayman will be available to advise on options. The Cayman Chapter of the NCU Alumni Association will also be available for discussion on a scholarship being offered for study at NCU this year. The fair will be open from 11:30 am to 6 pm at Cayman Academy.
Holy Week Reflections
St George’s Anglican Church 6PM Mon, Tue, Wed
Courts Road, Eastern Av. GT
TUE MAR 22
Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving
Everyone is invited to a Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, to be held on the grounds of the old Glass House on Tuesday 22nd March starting at mid-day and ending at 12.50pm. (sponsored by the Cayman Ministers Association).
WED MAR 23
Year 10 Parent’s Consultation evening
Clifton Hunter High School’s Year 10 Parent’s Consultation evening is Wednesday (23 Mar) from 5 — 7pm.
2016 Festival of Easter Glory in North Side
Catch the 2016 Festival of Easter Glory on Wednesday (23 Mar) at 7pm at the North Side Civic Center.
THU MAR 24
“History of Carnival” special lecture
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands is hosting its “History of Carnival” special lecture on Thursday, 24 March 2016. The lecture is in conjunction with the NGCI’s current exhibition EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean. The 90 minute lecture is free and open to the public, beginning at 6:00pm. For event details, email [email protected] or call (345) 945 8111.
Maundy Thursday service
St. Alban’s Church is hosting Maundy Thursday service on Thursday (24 Mar) at 730pm
Humane Society Pub Quiz
The Humane Society pub quiz is Thursday (24 Mar) at 7pm at Fidel Murphy’s.
Bodden Town Primary P-T-A Fish Fry fundraiser
The Bodden Town Primary P-T-A Fish Fry fundraiser on Thursday (24 Mar) from 11am until 2pm
Cardinal Avenue Street Fair
The Cardinal Avenue Street Fair is Thursday (24 Mar) from 9am until 4pm.
Maundy Thursday Washing of the Feet & Mass
St George’s Anglican Church Courts Road, Eastern Av. GT 6:00pm
Maundy Thursday Savannah United Church
Service 6:30pm in Church Hall
GOOD FRI MAR 25
One Hour Devotion
St. Alban’s Church is hosting a One Hour Devotion on Good Friday (25 Mar) at 12pm
Cayman Islands Male Voice Choir’s Easter Cantata
The Cayman Islands Male Voice Choir’s Easter Cantata will presented at Elmslie United Church on Good Friday (25 Mar) at 730pm.
2016 Festival of Easter Glory in East End
Catch the 2016 Festival of Easter Glory on Friday (25 Mar) at 7pm at the East End United Church.
Good Friday Morning Worship
You’re invited to Good Friday Morning Worship at 11am at Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church.
Congregation of Breakers Church of God Good Friday
The Congregation of Breakers Church of God would like to invite everyone to their Annual All Day Meeting on Good Friday (25 Mar). Good Friday Morning Service will begin at 10:00 o’clock, Afternoon Service at 3:00 and Evangelistic Service at 7:00pm.
Good Friday Stations of the Cross & Devotion
St George’s Anglican Church Courts Road, Eastern Av. GT
Stations of the Cross 8am
Devotion 12n – 3pm
Good Friday Savanna United Church
Service at 7:45 am
SAT MARCH 26
Men’s Breakfast Meeting
The Grand Cayman chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International is having its monthly breakfast on Saturday March 26th at 7:30am, at Lola’s (formerly The Upper Crust) restaurant in Camana Bay. Our special Easter speaker will be Rev. Godfrey Meghoo.
Come out to hear the how God is making a difference in the life of men like you, right here in Cayman.
Happy Easter!
March Events at Camana Bay
This is the month to test your cooking skills with a variety of interactive classes, from making homemade pasta from scratch and tackling the art of seafood cuisine to little chefs learning to take charge in the kitchen. In celebration of Easter, the annual Chalkfest competition returns this year at an earlier date with special Easter treats. But not to fear, there is a wide range of fitness activities to help you shed those chocolate egg pounds with Lions’ Spring Fitness Jamboree, a 5K Dog Jog for C.A.R.E. and a free Tai Chi class.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Saturday 26 March
10am-1pm
Market Street
Indian Infusions Cooking Class
Wednesday 30 March
6-8pm
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 31 March
7pm
Ortanique
