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QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER JANUARY - MARCH 2016
WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE OF THE ONE...
OCM’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATIONS
LET’S WELCOME
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
ACROSS THE GROUP
EXPRESS INDIVIDUAL OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL WORD
CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER
CARNIVAL – TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
CITADEL’S ANNUAL CARNIVAL
“TALK TENT”
OCM SPOTLIGHT IS ON…
HEALTH AND SAFETY CORNER
GRENADA BROADCASTING
NETWORK
BOCAS LITFEST 2016
Photo by Trevor Watson,
Trinidad Express Newspapers
BECOME ‘One’ WITH SOLUTIONS BOX
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for new ways to improve efficiencies and service levels.
Since you are the ones on the ground and closest to the
effectiveness of your unit, we felt you may have feedback
and suggestions on how we can do better in our daily
operations and service to our customers and employees.
We want to hear from you!
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CELEBRATING OUR
10TH ANNIVERSARY
MESSAGE FROM SIR FRED GOLLOP, CHAIRMAN,
ONE CARIBBEAN MEDIA LTD
TEN years ago agreement was
reached between Caribbean
Communications Network Limited
(CCN) of Trinidad and Tobago
and The Nation Corporation of
Barbados to merge and create a
regional public media company
under the name of One Caribbean
Media Limited to be quoted on
the Stock Exchanges of Trinidad
and Tobago and Barbados.
It is important to reflect on the origin of the
relationship between the Barbados and
Trinidad companies. In 1973 the founders
of the Nation decided to start a weekly
newspaper in Barbados commencing
in November in that year. Premises in
Bridgetown had been located, a small
staff had been recruited and advertising
had been booked for the opening day.
Regrettably the printing press, purchased
in Trinidad, was mysteriously damaged
beyond repair on the docks of Port of
Spain a few weeks before the first issue
was to have been printed.
The Nation turned to the Express and its
visionary Chief Executive Ken Gordon
for the printing of its weekly issue. Thus
began a relationship between the two
corporate entities which has now lasted
for more than 40 years.
In fact the relationship blossomed so that
from 1998 the two companies held shares
in each other, resulting in a cross holding
by 2001 of 20 per cent each and cross
representation on the Boards of Directors.
The leaders of the companies had long
shared a common vision for the creation
of a Caribbean-owned media company
with an independent editorial voice
serving Caribbean readers, viewers
and advertisers both in the region and
worldwide.
A fundamental aspect of the merger
agreement was that editorial control
and product output of the Trinidad and
Barbados media would remain under the
exclusive authority and control of the
respective national entities in the relevant
countries. This was meant to underscore
the absolute commitment to maintaining
strong national brand identities and to
preserve the underpinning philosophy
which gave rise to the creation of the two
institutions. That ethos continues to this
day.
The directors of OCM, conscious of the
challenges in the media industry and in
an effort to enhance shareholder value
has, in recent years, supported a strategy
of investment in diverse enterprises. In
particular, the Group has expanded its
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digital footprint as it pursues New Media
initiatives across our existing electronic
platforms. We have also enlarged our
radio network and made other selective
investments.
OCM takes this opportunity to pay special
tribute to all those who have contributed
to the growth and development of
OCM, especially our media personnel
who continue to make an important
contribution to our societies and the
region. I also thank our more than 700
employees across the group and our
readers, listeners and advertisers. I am
pleased to add that the loyalty and
support of our shareholders has been an
inspiration to management and the Board
of Directors.
Sir Fred Gollop, Q.C.
Chairman
DAWN THOMAS
GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
ONE CARIBBEAN MEDIA LTD
I joined the OCM team just about eight years ago in the position of Chief Executive Officer, Caribbean Communications
Network Ltd and was appointed to the position of Group
Chief Executive Officer, One Caribbean Media Ltd (OCM) in
January 2011. Working with the OCM team has been an extremely rewarding experience for me since the core of what
we do connects with me both on an emotional and spiritual
level. What I particularly love about this Group is the relentless commitment consistently demonstrated to the principles
associated with operating a free press and the public’s right
to know. I sincerely believe that it is this commitment and
sense of responsibility that have allowed the Group’s media
assets to attain and hold leadership positions across all media
platforms and achieve financial strength and success over the
years.
As I reflect on this important milestone, I must make mention
of my admiration and gratitude for the tremendous contribution made by so many special individuals in shaping the OCM
Group. Craig Reynald (former OCM, CEO) now retired would
have played a critical role in enabling the merger of CCN and
Former CEO, Craig Reynald, left with
Sir Fred Gollop, Q.C., Chairman
the Nation Group to be a reality. Additionally, individuals such as
Ken Gordon, Harold Hoyte and Sir Fred Gollop would have played
invaluable roles in building the CCN and The Nation Groups into
the great institutions they are presently. Without these great regional visionary leaders and many others, OCM would not be the
outstanding regional player it is today.
The OCM Group was founded on legendary brands such as the
Express, Nation, CCN TV6 and the Starcom Radio Network however since the merger 10 years ago, we have managed to add
Dawn Thomas
Group Chief Executive Officer
a number of great media brands and started the journey of selective diversification. In 2006, OCM was comprised 9 brands, 10
years later we can boast of having 20 brands.
The Group appreciates that it is part of the Caribbean community and has demonstrated its commitment to building a better regional space through the promotion and spearheading of
many initiatives in areas which include education and health. We
are very humbled and grateful for the tremendous support that
we have received from the public that we serve, our employees,
advertisers, shareholders and all the other stakeholders and will
strive always to live up to and surpass their expectations.
I am most definitely richly blessed and proud to have this opportunity to lead this great regional Group at this time, to work
alongside team members who embrace and are prepared to work
tirelessly in pursuit of the Group’s aspirations. It is my belief that
as a result of the team’s collective efforts, OCM is well positioned
to grow and thrive in the new technology era before us. We have
made the right strategic investments in the new media platforms;
we have diversified, built a strong talent pool and kept a steady
and unwavering focus on operational excellence.
I look forward to the future with optimism, hope and pride.
Dawn Thomas
Group Chief Executive Officer
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LET’S WELCOME
Mrs. Roberta
Sampson-Keith
Health, Safety and the Environment/
Labour Relations Manager
Mrs. Shida Bolai, Chief Executive Officer,
Caribbean Communications Network Ltd,
wishes to announce the appointment of Mrs.
Roberta Sampson-Keith to the position of
Health, Safety, and the Environment/Labour
Relations Manager with effect from February
22nd 2016.
Roberta is responsible for promoting and fostering
a positive safety culture throughout the CCN Group,
designing and maintaining a HSE Management
System while ensuring compliance with all legislative
requirements, as well as Security matters. She will also
manage a range of activities related to labour relations.
In keeping with industry trends, the Industrial Relations
function will now fall under the umbrella of the Labour
Relations Department.
Roberta holds a BSc in Economics as well as a Bachelor
of Laws Degree from the University of London. Roberta
is no stranger to CCN having served in the capacity of
Senior Industrial Relations Associate for the period 2008
to 2011.
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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
ACROSS THE GROUP
FRIDAY 18TH DECEMBER 2015 AT THE HOUSE OF ANGOSTURA
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EXPRESS INDIVIDUAL OF THE YEAR 2015
Dr. The Honourable
Keith Rowley
Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago
The 37th Trinidad Express Newspapers “Individual
of the Year” Awards was held on Saturday 2nd
April 2016 at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad Hotel.
In December 2015, the Express announced that the
Honourable Dr. Keith Rowley, Prime Minister of Republic of
Trinidad and Tobago was the recipient of the newspaper’s
highest honour.
Other awardees were, Collis Hazel,
Roxborough Police Youth Club Tobago (Community), Mr.
Vivek Ragoonanan, Gift of Life organisation (Community)
and Ms. Arti Ramroop (Youth of the Year).
Trinidad Express Individual of the Year 2015 Prime Minister Dr
Keith Rowley, second right; Community Group awardees Collis
Hazel, left, of the Roxborough Police Youth Club, Tobago, and
Vivek Ragoonanan, right, of the Gift of Life organisation; and
Youth of the Year Arti Ramroop pose for a group photo with
their awards at the Hyatt Regency (Trinidad) hotel in Port of
Spain yesterday. —Photo courtesy: CURTIS CHASE
Left to Right: Dawn Thomas, Group CEO, OCM Group, Shida
Bolai, Chief Executive Officer, CCN Group, with Mrs. Sharon
Rowley are all smiles as they listen to the presentation by Dr.
Keith Rowley.
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The Honorable Dr Keith Rowley as he receives the Express
Individual of the Year 2015 award from Caribbean
Communications Network Chief Executive Officer, Shida Bolai
The Trinidad Express Individual of the Year recipient, the
Honorable Dr. Keith Rowley (centre) in the company of Omatie
Lyder, Editor in Chief, Express (left) and Shida Bolai, Chief
Executive Officer, CCN Ltd. Also looking on is Douglas Wilson,
General Manager, Trinidad Express Newspapers.
NATIONAL WORD CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER
The winning school walked away with
bragging rights and a $20,000 cash prize.
The San Fernando TML team comprised
Seraya Charan, Rashad Hosein, Kristopher
Mohammed, Aaron Mohammed and
substitute Kaitlin Brooker. Charan said of
the team’s victory: “We would like to thank
God, our teachers, and our parents who
helped us study for this competition. It
was exciting. We increased our vocabulary
and knowledge. “I would like to encourage
all young people to read because reading
increases knowledge, and knowledge is
power.”
Maria Regina Grade School copped second
place and took home a $10,000 cash prize.
They were followed by Specialist Learning
Centre, which received a $5,000 cash prize
for third place; and Sangre Grande Hindu
School, which took fourth place and a cash
prize of $3,000.
It was also a day to celebrate, as Ryker
Harricharan from Specialist Learning
Centre got the Most Valuable Player (MVP)
award.
Acknowledging distinguished writer
and poet the late Wayne Brown, Lennox
Grant
and
Dr
Allan
McKenzie,
retired
principal
of Naparima Boys’
College,
Douglas
Wilson,
General
Manager, Trinidad
Express Newspapers
praised these men
for their unique
word style. And
looking at the eager
faces in the room,
Wilson said: “Liking
words must mean you want to understand
them, to read them and use them. I implore
you to build your vocabulary which will
come quite naturally just from reading.”
Trinidad Express Newspapers National
Word Championship is in its third year
and aims to support and promote literacy
through the spelling competition, while
providing a positive avenue for children
to learn, have fun and encourage teambuilding skills and sportsmanship.
Pupils of San Fernando Muslim
League (TML) Primary School
display the prizes they received
after winning the 2015 Trinidad
Express Newspapers National
Word Championship. From
left are Seraya Charan, Kaitlin
Booker, Aaron Mohammed,
Rashad Hosein and Kristopher
Mohammed. —Photo: KEVIN
LALLA
Story courtesy Kimoy Leon Sing
Published in the Trinidad Express Newspapers
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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO CARNIVAL 2016
PANORAMA SEMIS “OCM PAN LIME”
To celebrate OCM’s 10th Anniversary employees across the Group attended the OCM Panorama Lime” at the
Queens Park Savannah, Port of Spain on Sunday 24th January 2016. Here are some highlights of the lime.
As part of our 10th Anniversary Celebrations, OCM provided support to LH
Pan Groove at this year’s small conventional panorama competition.
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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO CARNIVAL 2016
Miss Point Fortin
Queen 2016 Competition
Patrice Williams, Cashier in the Finance Department
(San Fernando Branch), Caribbean Communications
Network Limited (CCN), placed third in the Miss
Point Fortin Carnival Queen Competition which
was held on Saturday, January 16th 2016. The One
interviewed Patrice to find out more about her.
The best thing about being employed with this company is the
opportunity to interact with our customers and meet new people
every day. It also helps me to be more diligent and disciplined, as
I have to exhibit a lot of care and concentration due the nature
of my job.
What is the Point Fortin Carnival Queen competition all about?
The Point Fortin Carnival Queen competition is about choosing
the right candidate to represent the Point Fortin. It is about
choosing an individual who is knowledgeable about the Borough
and the Carnival festivities of the area.
Who encouraged you to participate in the competition?
One of my co-workers introduced me to the competition and
also encouraged me to participate. My family and friends also
encouraged me to open up myself to this new experience.
How long did it take you to prepare for a queen competition and
how difficult was the preparation?
I found out about the competition about three (3) month before
the competition day and I started preparation immediately. The
preparation was very time consuming as I lost a lot of sleep prior
to the competition. The short time in which I had to prepare was
very hectic, as I had no prior experience with a competition like
this. I had to compress all my training into evenings after work
and on weekends.
What is the most important lesson from this experience?
The most important lesson from this experience is that you can
do anything you put your mind to and it is always good to try new
things, as it can show you the type of person you are and highlight
the real potential you possess.
Who is the most influential person in your life?
The most influential person in my life is my mom. She is a strong,
independent individual, who works very hard in all aspects of her
life.
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I95.5FM’S ANNUAL ‘STAND-UP TENT’
2016 Stand Up Tent Winner - Anthony Tom
Our Judges (l-r) Ingrid Lashley, Rudolph Ottley,
Joel Villafana
The Lions Cultural Centre
came alive as supporters
gathered to give support
to their favourite radio
personalities as they perform their ‘masterpieces’
at the I95.5FM 2016 Annual
“Stand-up Tent”. The event,
which was held on 27th
January 2016, is officially
a staple on the carnival
calendar and continues to
attract persons from all
walks of life and from all
areas of the society.
Some Our Contestants ( L-R) - Don Lee, Attley Baptiste, Wayne Chance,
Anthony Tom, Sterling Henderson, Cameron Fisher, Junior Lett
Enjoying the “Talk Tent” are from left, Richard Purcell, General Manager, Gem Radio Five Limited, John Lum Young, Chief Financial
Officer and Company Secretary, OCM Group, Dawn Thomas, Group CEO, OCM Group and Lisa Agard, CEO, Massy Communications.
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NATION GROUP SPONSORS AGROFEST 2016
The Nation Group of Companies sponsored Agrofest 2016, for the second consecutive year. The
annual agricultural three-day exhibition was held from Friday, February 26 to Sunday February
28 in Queens Park, Barbados. The platinum sponsorship included representation from The Nation
Publishing Co. Ltd, Starcom Network and Innogen Technologies Inc.
“Tuh De Bone Laugh & Lime
Competition and Comedy Show”
The Nation Publishing in association with The Beat 104.1FM of Starcom
Network Inc kicked off the weekend’s activities with the first Bajan “Tuh
De Bone Laugh & Lime Competition and Comedy Show”. Audiences were
treated to three amateur comedians vying for a grand prize of $2,500.
Following the competing acts, the headlining comedy duo ‘Rum & Koke’
took to the stage and kept the crowd highly entertained. Emcee KB Kleen
of Starcom Network subsequently announced Justin “Sunrokk” Taylor as
the winner of the inaugural competition.
Preceding the comedy show and competition the public took part in the
fun as The Group hosted a karaoke session.
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THE NATION SUPPORTS YOUTH IN ATHLETICS
For more than 10 years, the Nation Publishing has shown corporate support in the development of youth through athletics.
Through sponsorship of the annual National Primary School Athletic Championship (NAPSAC) games the company is able to
be actively involved in the sustainability of youth athletics. This discipline is considered as one which develops determination
in athletes and encourages success through hard work. The games were also covered by the media house through social
media and a live stream.
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HERITAGE DAY AT THE NATION PUBLISHING
To commemorate black history month in February 2016, The Nation Publishing Co. Ltd held an internal Heritage Day competition. Management and Staff were invited to wear traditional African attire for a chance
to win a prize in two categories; the best dressed male and best dressed female. The competition was held
on February 26, 2016.
Nation staff in the African wear
Reporter Alex Downes
busy working while
wearing his African garb
Members of the Advertising team from right Kelly Johnally, Advertising Manager
Paulette Jones, Yvette Berry, Asha Jones, Danielle Beckford, Marilyn Alleyne, Debbie
Brathwaite with Nation Group CEO Anthony Shaw
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
WHAT IS ZIKA?
In January 2016 Barbados recorded its first cases
of the Zika virus and in February 2016. Soon after, in February 2016 Trinidad and Tobago recorded its first case of the Zika virus, but what is Zika?
Courtesy the Office of the Ambassador, Embassy
of Brazil, listed below is some information about
the virus.
The Zika virus is actually an arbovirus (a large group of viruses),
transmitted by the bite of the mosquito, which is also the cause
of the dengue fever. Zika was first identified in Brazil in April
2015. The virus received the same designation of the place of
origin of its identification in 1947, after being detected in sentinel monkeys that were being used to monitor for the presence
of yellow fever in the Zika forest in Uganda.
How is the virus transmitted?
The most frequent mode of transmission is through the bite of
the Aedes aegypti mosquito.
Is there a vaccine against Zika?
There is no vaccine against the Zika virus.
What is the treatment?
What are the symptoms?
About 80 per cent of people infected by the Zika virus do not
develop clinical manifestations, whether they are adults or children. The main symptoms are headache, low-grade fever, mild
joint pain, skin rashes, itching and redness in the eyes. Other,
less frequent symptoms are swelling in the body, sore throat,
coughing and vomiting. Overall, the evolution of the disease is
benign and the symptoms disappear spontaneously after 3-7
days. However, joint pain may persist for approximately one
month. Severe and atypical forms are rare, but when they occur
they may exceptionally lead to death.
There is no specific treatment for Zika viral infection. The use of
aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs is not recommended,
due to the increased risk of bleeding complications associated
with infections caused by other flavi viruses.
What precautions should be taken?
PREVENTION/PROTECTION
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ATTENTION
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Install mosquito nets on windows and doors, wear longsleeved clothing – pants and shirts—and apply insect repellent on exposed areas of the body.
It is advisable to stay in places where mosquito nets or
other barriers available.
If you notice the presence of skin rashes, red eyes or fever,
seek health care.
Do not take medication or attempt any treatment on your
own before consulting a doctor.
...and the Breath
Breathe deeply – in and out
through the nose’. ‘Take
longer inhale and exhale
breaths’. ‘Remember to
breathe!’
These are the cues I say frequently
in each yoga class. There are many
physical and mental benefits of
yoga such as building strength,
flexibility, stress relief, meditation,
helping the mind to focus. The
common thread throughout these
benefits is control of one’s BREATH
or life-force. On average humans
breathe 15-18 times a minute. The
tortoise, which breathes about 4
times per minute, generally has
one of the longest lifespans of any
animal, and some are known to
have lived longer than 150 years.
There is a reason why people
frequently say ‘take a deep breath’
when confronted by certain
situations such as a big event, a
formidable task - anything which
stimulates the sympathetic nervous
system (our fight or flight response)
and speeds up the heart rate.
I invite you to take a minute, close
your eyes and slowly inhale –
really fill your lungs and feel your
abdomen and chest expand, now
slowly exhale through your nose
at the same pace as your inhale
breath. Do this a few times and
notice how you feel.
See you on the mat! Namaste.
Rita Purdeen, Instructor
At present, Yoga is offered FREE OF CHARGE on Tuesdays at Express House,
Port of Spain from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Interested persons are asked to
contact OCM Group Corporate Services at 623-1711 x 1905 for additional
information.
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WHATS HAPPENING ACROSS THE GROUP
Grenada Broadcasting Network
2015 has been a rewarding year
for the Grenada Broadcasting
Network (GBN), a subsidiary of
One Caribbean Media. It operates
GBN Television, Channels 7&11,
HOTT FM and Klassic Radio (K105).
The GBN has completed planned upgrades
of its radio and television transmission
facilities which were announced at the
start of the year. The projects started in
April of 2015 and were completed by
October 2015.
Even before the upgrades were
implemented the GBN had embarked
on a process of revolutionizing its
programming on both radio and
television. These changes have been well
received by members of the public as
is reflected in the 2015 Omnibus Media
survey.
GBN has also seen an increase in morning
viewership from 39.5% to 57.6%.
Klassic – K105 registered the largest allencompassing base with the survey
showing that its audience share is “spread
among all social classes, of all educational
backgrounds with significantly more
males”
Hott FM’s average share of ear doubled
and has seen 100% growth in popularity
as Favorite Radio Station GBN Television’s
active audience moved from 33,843 in
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2014 to 35, 544 in 2015 and stretched its
market share in the news hour (7-8 p.m.) to
an all-time high of 76%
The survey says “GBN Television has
unquestionably established itself as the
prime medium for local TV Programming”.
BOCAS LITERARY FESTIVAL 2016
Wednesday 16th March 2016, NALIS Building, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
The 6th Annual BOCAS Literary Festival was officially launched in March 2016. The OCM BOCAS Prize for Caribbean
Literature is a major award for literary books by Caribbean writers. Books may be entered in three categories: poetry,
fiction, and literary non-fiction. The prize includes an award of US$10,000 for the overall winner and is sponsored by
One Caribbean Media Limited.
Gregory Camejo, Group
Executive – Corporate
Services, OCM Group
(left) with Maria
Thorne, President
(Ag), NGC center and
Marina Salandy Brown,
Founder/Director, Bocas
LitFestival at the Media
Launch of the 2016
festival.
Sponsors and Official Partners of BOCAS LitFestival from right, First Citizens
Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Jason Julien, Acting Permanent Secretary of the
Ministry of Planning and Development Joanne Deoraj, Marina Salandy Brown,
Founder/Director, BOCAS, Acting Heritage Library Division Director Grace Achoy,
Maria Thorne, President (Ag), National Gas Company and Gregory Camejo, Group
Executive - Corporate Services, OCM Group
PRIZE LONG LIST ANNOUNCED
Nine writers, ranging from
the celebrated to the newly
emerging, have been named
on the longlist for the 2016
OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean
Literature, sponsored by One
Caribbean Media Limited.
THE POETRY CATEGORY:
BURN, by Trinidadian Andre Bagoo,
Providential, by US-based Jamaican
writer Colin Channer, and Wife, by
Tiphanie Yanique of the US Virgin
His Excellency Fernando Schmidt Ariztia,
Ambassador of Chile (second right) greets,
Gregory Camejo, Group Executive, OCM Group
left, while Marina Salandy Brown, Founder/
Director, BOCAS LitFestival and First Citizens
Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Jason Julien look
on.
is the memoir of the Barbados-born
Islands (previous winner of the 2011
writer, long resident in Canada, and
OCM Bocas Prize — Fiction).
sometimes called the first multicultural
THE FICTION CATEGORY:
writer of his adopted country. Ties That
Fifteen Dogs, by André Alexis — born
Bind: The Black Family in Post-Slavery
in Trinidad and based in Canada, The
Jamaica, 1834–1882, by Jenny M.
Whale House, by Trinidadian Sharon
Jemmot.
Millar, The Pain Tree, by Canada-based
Jamaican Olive Senior (previous winner
These books are available at all leading
of the 2015 OCM Bocas Prize — Nonbookstores in Trinidad and Tobago and
Fiction).
on Amazon.
IN THE NON-FICTION
CATEGORY:
The Gymnast and Other Positions, by
US-based Jamaican Jacqueline Bishop
’Membering, by Austin Clarke, which
The overall winner of the 2016 BOCAS
Festival will be announced on Saturday
30th April 2016 in Trinidad and Tobago
where the Prize of US$10,000 will be
presented.
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CCN TV6 ADVENTURE SEEKERS
CCN TV6 Adventure Seekers
started
off
their
2016
adventures with a hike to
Sombasson Waterfalls. The
group took up the difficult
challenge to tackle a 2-hour
inward hike from the heights
of Guanapo Forests to
Sombassom Waterfalls. Under
the guidance of Courtenay
Rooks of Paria Spring Tours,
our adventure seekers were
provided with trail head
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harnesses, ropes, helmets and
participated in a much needed
safety briefing on some do’s
and don’ts to complete their
hike through the Northern
Range.
Based on these pictures, looks
like the experience was well
worth it! Can’t wait to see
where these adventurers will
end up next.
OCM SPOTLIGHT IS ON
Jamie Thomas, Programme Director W107.7FM and Wayne Chance, On Air Presenter, i95.5FM were recently
honored as Goodwill Ambassadors for the Golden Rule International which is affiliated with the Interfaith
Peace - Building Initiative Organization, Department of Public Information of United Nations.
CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH
Jamie Thomas, Programme Director W107.7FM
Wayne Chance, On Air Presenter
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One Caribbean Media…Supporting
and Celebrating Caribbean talent
ASPIRATION
STATEMENT
To be the leading regional corporation with
global reach serving as the most credible and
authoritative source of news, information and
entertainment in and of the Caribbean.
To take the leadership role in the
development of the media industry by:
• Zealously guarding and advocating
the Freedom of the Press/media.
• Observing and promoting the
highest professional standards.
• Providing training and development
opportunities for media personnel.
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Phone: 1-868-623-1711
www.onecaribbeanmedia.net
To be an exemplary employer.
To make sound investments in diverse
businesses that will provide for the
leveraging of the Group’s assets and
competencies and the creation of
shareholder value.
To take a leadership role in corporate
social responsibility initiatives in the region.