RE: The Ninth Floor

2019-NOV-04-2241Hrs

Greetings fellow Mausicans! I just want to express my delight at once again being able to view the film "The Ninth Floor", this time on a local TV station: TTT. I was unaware that it was happening this evening, but switched stations, at the right moment. Congratulations once again to  film producer, our own Selwyn Jacob. You deserve all the accolades that you have received so far.My love and best wishes to you all during this Christmas season and always.Lovingly,

Joy A. Valdez 74

RE: Dear Selwyn,

2019-OCT-18-0609Hrs
You have done it once more. Congratulations. May you reach your highest pinnacle.
Barbara Mellowes 66

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-OCT-11

2019-OCT-18-0105Hrs

My Fellow Mausicans, Marjorie and I extend our condolences to the Bellile family. We remember their warm hospitality at their home in 2005 during our Reunion in Toronto. Big Brother Ainsley was an excellent role  model  for the young men of the 66-68 year group. How well do I remember the well- groomed Havenite with his distinguished path and wavy hair,  quiet demeanor and  slightly bandy leg crawl. No way. My  roommate Cox was more bandy-legged. May you rest in peace my friend. It was a pleasure knowing you. Congrats Selwyn. Keep our Mausican flag flying. On September 18th, I visited my roommate, Carlsbury Gonzalez, in Albany, New York. What a time we had. Carl’s Mom is 104 years old and had us laughing. Carl was feeding her some chicken which he had cut up in tiny pieces.  We both cracked up when she blurted out, “Wey de chicken!” More about Mom next time when I find some photos that Carl sent me. Yes. I am technologically challenged. As usual,

Rodney Foster. 66-68

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-OCT-11

2019-OCT-16-2118Hrs

We are all proud of the achievements of our own "Selwyn Jacob".

Fall Convocation videos: Honorary degree presentation and more

Fall Convocation videos: Honorary degree presentation and more Watch the full ceremonies from Fall Convocation 2019, as well as videos of the honorary degree presentation and speech from filmmaker Selwyn Jacob and a special recognition for Chancellor Anne McLellan.

Carlston A. Gray 74

RE: Condolences

2019-OCT-14-0718Hrs

Condolences to Ainsley's family. May God comfort you at this time of grief. I shall remember him for the well meaning positions he took in life. Barbara Mellowes and family.

Barbara Mellowes 66

RE: Mausicans at TCU

2019-OCT-12-1606Hrs
Aren't we growing old gracefully?  (:-o)

Patricia Phelps-Scott 73

RE: Fw: 20190911_200853.jpg

2019-OCT-12-1557Hrs
Hi mausican brothers and sisters. Greetings to you all. This is Pat Phelps and her daughter in Portugal.

Patricia Phelps-Scott 73

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-OCT-11

2019-OCT-11-1558Hrs

Please convey my condolences to Ainsley Bellille’s family and friends on his recent passing .May his soul find eternal rest.

Deokaran Ramlal 66

RE: Sympathy

2019-OCT-09-0909Hrs

My deepest condolences and sympathy  goes out to Dr Ainsley Bellile and family, may his soul RIP.

Roy Babulal 66

RE: Congratulations!

2019-OCT-04-1054Hrs

Congratulations to Selwyn. Continue to make Mausica Teachers' College and Trinidad proud.

Condolences to the Bellille family. May God comfort you in this time of grief.

Euline Fox-Peters 70-72.

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-OCT-04

2019-OCT-04-0729Hrs
Condolences to the Bellille family.
Lily Walker 67

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2019-OCT-04

2019-OCT-04-0648Hrs

Your emails are hereby acknowledged with my usual thanks. Pls extend condolences to Dr Ainsley Bellile's family on behalf of Maureen and me as well as congratulations to Selwyn Jacob on his achievement. Well deserved.

Regards

Jack Warner 65

RE: Selwyn Jacob
2019-SEP-27-0700Hrs
Acclaimed filmmaker Selwyn Jacob to receive honorary degree at Fall Convocation

Acclaimed filmmaker Selwyn Jacob to receive honorary degree at Fall Convocation Emmy- and Gemini-winning filmmaker Selwyn Jacob will receive an honorary degree from Dalhousie University at Fall Convocation ceremonies, which take place on Tuesday, October 8 at the Halifax Convention Centre.

Carlston A. Gray 74

RE: Fwd: guess it is official ...

2019-SEP-19-2249Hrs

I am happy ro share this bit of news with my fellow Musicians. See link below.

Cheers,

Selwyn

https://www.dal.ca/news/2019/09/12/acclaimed-filmmaker-selwyn-jacob-to-receive-honorary-degree-at-f.html

Selwyn Jacob 65

"More about Jacob:

Mr. Selwyn Jacob

Illuminating new perspectives through the power of film

Tuesday, October 8 - afternoon ceremony

For nearly three decades, award-winning filmmaker Selwyn Jacob has been telling stories about the lives and experiences of Black Canadians, Indigenous peoples and other often underrepresented communities. Born in Trinidad and Tobago, Mr. Jacob came to Canada in 1968. He holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta and an MA in Film from the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts.

Mr. Jacob’s independent films include We Remember Amber Valley, about Alberta’s first Black community; Carol’s Mirror, which won 8 international awards; and Gemini-award-winning The Road Taken, about the Black sleeping car porters of the Canadian railroad. Since 1997, he has worked in Vancouver with the National Film Board of Canada’s Pacific & Yukon Studio. In that time, he has produced almost 50 films including Charles Officer’s Leo- and Emmy-award-winning Mighty Jerome. Mr. Jacob has been recognized with an Emmy, three Gemini awards and a dozen Leo awards as well as more personal accolades such as the John Ware award for Black Achievement and an Honorary Alumni Award from the University of Alberta for community contribution."

RE: Fwd: Ainslie's Belille's celebation

2019-SEP-19-1748Hrs

Who's who:

Picture 1 & 2 - Gerry Callender, Winsley BelillePicture 3 - Barbara Verhoeven-Mendez, Yvonne Murray, Kay Thomas-Cyrus,                         Brenda Alexander-Perez, Eunice Callender (Gerry's wife)Picture 4 - Arthur Small, Frank Lodhar, Gerry Callender, Esmond Francois

Brenda"and this too will pass"

Brenda Alexander 65

RE: Fwd: Ainslie's celebration

2019-SEP-19-0828Hrs
Ainslie's celebration was a mini reunion.

Brenda Alexander 65

RE: Ainsley

2019-SEP-15-1844Hrs

Funeral details re: Ainsley

Gathering : Tuesday Sept. 17, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm (closed casket)

Location: Brampton Funeral Home and Cemetery - 10061 Chinguacousy road, Brampton (N.E.corner of Chinguacousy & Bovaird Dr. W.), L7A 0H6

Funeral: Wednesday Sept. 18, 2019 @ 11am

Location: St. Anthony of Padua Church - 940 North Park Drive, Brampton, L6S 3L5

Luncheon following the service

Location: Brampton Funeral Home and Cemetery - 10061 Chinguacousy road, Brampton (N.E.corner of Chinguacousy & Bovaird Dr. W.), L7A 0H6

Cremation will take place on another date.

Brenda

"and this too will pass"

Brenda Alexander 65

Re: Aldwin Albino - Portrait of Trinidad

2019-SEP-14-2053Hrs

A well-deserved Honorary Degree will be awarded to Selwyn Jacob, African Canadian director (and Trinidadian) and producer who has been chronicling the lives of African Canadians - primarily in western Canada - for many years, in addition to the stories of other multicultural communities.  He will be honored at the Convocation ceremonies on Tues. October 8 @ 3pm, Halifax Convention Centre, Convention Hall level, 1650 Argyle St.

Also by this time you have probably heard of the peaceful passing of Ainsley Bellisle. Funeral arrangements are on Wednesday September 18, 2019. Final arrangements are yet to be made. His request is to have a closed casket and to be buried within 3 days of his passing.

Arthur Small 65

RE: Ainsley

2019-SEP-14-2010Hrs

I was informed that Ainsley passed away this morning, after a lengthy period of ill health.

That's all of the information I have.

May he rest in peace

Brenda

"and this too will pass"

Brenda Alexander 65

RE: Conolences

2019-SEP-14-1531Hrs

Dr Ainsley Bellille 64-66, brother of Winsley Bellille 65-67, and 1st cousin of  Dr Lester Efebo Wilkinson 66-68, passed away in Canada on Saturday, September 14, 2019. Condolences are extended to his wife Janet, his children, grandchildren and other family members..RIP  

Finbar Ryan 72