Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and TRCA joins in celebrating the contributions of Black Canadians in shaping Canada's culture and heritage.

Augustine won the seat, making history as the first African-Canadian women to be elected to Canada’s House of Commons, and reprised her role in Parliament for four consecutive elections. The Honourable Jean Augustine is an inspiring Canadian of great historical and present importance. In fact, it seemed to drive her to be the public leader she wanted to see. Augustine continues to have an impact on Canadian society even after her retirement in 2015, contributing as an educator and advocate. Of note, in 1967, she served on the committee that helped establish Caribana in Toronto – the popular festival dedicated to promoting and developing Caribbean arts and culture. Her story, however, is only the tip of the iceberg. Having been a qualified teacher in Grenada, Augustine returned to the field of education upon completing her one-year contract. Born in Grenada, Jean Augustine moved to Canada in 1960 at the age of 23. Augustine continued her own education while employed, gaining a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Education. Augustine initially worked as a nanny in the Forest Hill neighbourhood of Toronto as part of the government’s immigration program. The stories of Black Canadians are steeped in injustice, resilience, bravery, and determination to change not only their situations, but their communities and the structures that worked to marginalize them. Augustine is a contemporary heroine, and her story is one that reflects a passion for community engagement and social justice, and a dedication to public service.

"There's not really anything that goes on in town unfortunately," Nwosu tells CTV News. "I would love to see that more so in the community, the township taking ...

Dry Feb starts Wednesday and it challenges Canadians to not drink alcohol during the month of February. The fallout from the December travel chaos continues, as the backlog of complaints made to the Canadian Transportation Agency keeps growing. [Kitchener](https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/) [Kitchener school cancels Valentine’s Day in the classroom](https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/kitchener-school-cancels-valentine-s-day-in-the-classroom-1.6254273) Just before 1 p.m., South Bruce OPP responded to a two-vehicle crash on Highway 21 near Kincardine. A man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with sharp-object wounds Tuesday night in Longueuil, police say. 31, there have been 6,395 new complaints made to the agency since Dec. I'd love to see more Black-owned businesses or different people in the area." [Northern Ontario](https://northernontario.ctvnews.ca/) [Two crashes take out hydro poles in Sudbury overnight](https://northernontario.ctvnews.ca/two-crashes-take-out-hydro-poles-in-sudbury-overnight-1.6254933) That accounts for 0.6 per cent of the county's total population. After suffering his injuries elsewhere, police say he sought help inside a depanneur on Chambly Rd. No," Nwosu says. [Atlantic](https://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/) [$31-million lottery ticket sold in Cape Breton, largest win ever in the Maritimes](https://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/31-million-lottery-ticket-sold-in-cape-breton-largest-win-ever-in-the-maritimes-1.6254834)

A look at the stories and experiences that Black Canadians have to share and what makes them an integral part of our nations identity.

[CBC Arts](https://www.cbc.ca/arts) brings a new Black History Month-themed logo from artist Jimmy Baptiste. 1, it will feature a Q&A with the artist, an interview with artist Esmaa Mohamoud and a new episode of Here and Queer made by Pat Mills and Ayo Tsalithaba. Come with the little ones to a pop-in and play event focusing on Black history in Saskatchewan. Join host Matthew Amha as they investigate the events that culminated in the MOVE bombing, and the fallout of the event. Philadelphia gains the terrible title of first city in U.S history to drop a bomb on a family of American citizens, killing 11 people, including five children, and burning down an entire neighbourhood. Join the CBC as we host a public screening event at the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema (506 Bloor St W.) in Toronto. at 9 p.m., take a look at the life of Jackie Robinson, the first black man to play in baseball's major league. When it happened, all Montrealers black and white celebrated him as a hero, but was this used to dilute the idea of a race tolerant society? But her poise doesn't negate the discomfort of being the only Black person in a room. She's also discovered that being a Black woman adds complexity to the journey. Offering both a window into the culture and celebrating all Black Canadians have to offer. But since her early 20s, she's been connecting with her Black identity and learning what that means in terms of new relationships.

The annual celebration started out in 1926 as Negro History Week and expanded to Black History Month in the 1970s. This year's theme is "Black Resistance."

Rather, it's an effort to reframe the conversation about Black history around a theme of empowerment, he says. "With resistance there is an implied understanding of oppression, and it seems to be a segment of the population who do not want to admit those historical facts," he says. What it really says is "there's a lot of work to still be done." Marvin Dulaney, president of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History ( Each year, the ASALH chooses a different theme for Black History Month. In light of that, the theme seemed appropriate this year, Dulaney says. Woodson](https://naacp.org/find-resources/history-explained/civil-rights-leaders/carter-g-woodson), the scholar often referred to as the "father of Black history," established Negro History Week to focus attention on Black contributions to civilization. Du Bois to earn a doctorate from Harvard University — "fervently believed that Black people should be proud of their heritage and [that] all Americans should understand the largely overlooked achievements of Black Americans." At the university level, Black studies programs were almost nonexistent, he says. they all started to say that this is something we're celebrating," Hunter says. According to the NAACP, Woodson — at the time only the second Black American after W.E.B. It aims to honor the contributions that African Americans have made and to recognize their sacrifices.

Come explore artwork created by African, Caribbean and Black artists from all around Ottawa at the In Living Colour exhibition. This exhibition will be held ...

For more information and how to register, visit [biblioottawalibrary.ca(link is external)](https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/retracing-history-dr-amadou-b-virtual). [ottawa.ca](http://ottawa.ca/), call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401) or 613-580-2400 to contact the City using Canada Video Relay Service. For more information and how to register, visit Amadou Ba for a virtual talk on some of the history and contributions of the Black community in Canada. Come explore artwork created by African, Caribbean and Black artists from all around Ottawa at the In Living Colour exhibition. The City of Ottawa and

As we begin Black History Month at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), we are reminded that this is a time for commemoration and for education.

For example, the [University Library](https://libguides.usask.ca/BHM) provides a guide to a variety of Black History Month resources, while the [Provost’s Book Club](https://spotlight.usask.ca/black-history-month/black-history-month.php) will be offering a variety of readings and guided discussions in the month of February. While our campuses, our province and our country still have much work left to do in order to better support the Black community, as an educational pillar of our society, the University of Saskatchewan is committed to leading by example. Alfred Shadd (MD)](https://sachm.org/virtual-museum/category/dr-alfred-shadd), who came to Saskatchewan in 1896 and was the first Black doctor on the Prairies. Our history also includes the story of the [Mayes](https://sachm.org/virtual-museum/category/mattie-mayes) and [LaFayette](https://sachm.org/virtual-museum/category/lewis-and-lillie-lafayette-1) families, who established the province’s first Black settlements. [Harriet Tubman](https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month/transcript-harriet-tubman.html), the leader of the Underground Railroad that helped so many escape slavery in the southern United States by coming to Canada. These commitments are also the foundation for USask’s [Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy](https://policies.usask.ca/policies/equity/equity-diversity-inclusion.php#AuthorizationandApproval) which states, “All members of the university community share the responsibility for creating a supportive and inclusive environment.” USask is also benefiting from the rapid growth in Canada’s Black population, now making up 4.1 per cent of the country according to the As a signatory, USask participated in the first inter-institutional forum (2022) and we are developing a local Scarborough Charter Advisory Group. Our university is committed to creating spaces to share these stories and to uplift Black voices through conversation. In order to move forward in the future, we must learn from the past, and address the challenges of today. [Black History Month](https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month/about.html) in February, to highlight the history and honour the contributions of the country’s Black community. [news.usask.ca](https://news.usask.ca/index.php) and [spotlight.usask.ca](https://spotlight.usask.ca/black-history-month/black-history-month.php).

Premier David Eby; Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives; and Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care, have released ...

By learning more about the communities that shape our province, we can build a better future for everyone.” Burnaby’s Barbara Howard was the first Black woman to represent Canada in an international competition, participating in track and field in the 1938 British Empire Games in Australia. For example, Emma Stark became the first Black school teacher on Vancouver Island when she was hired to teach in a one-room school in Nanaimo in 1874.

February has been proclaimed as African-Canadian/Black History Month in honour and recognition of the legacy of Black Canadians across Saskatchewan and the ...

As we near the end of the United Nations declaration of International Decade for People of African Descent 2015-2024, SACHM is optimistic that the theme of recognition, justice and development is occurring and continues in Saskatchewan." "We appreciate the Government of Saskatchewan for recognizing and proclaiming African-Canadian/Black History Month in Saskatchewan," SACHM Executive Director Carol LaFayette-Boyd said. "African-Canadian/Black History Month is a time to reflect on the history and legacy that persons of African heritage have had in making Saskatchewan the great province it is today," Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said. "It is important to acknowledge the contributions African-Canadians have made to our province and to understand the vital role played in our history. February has been proclaimed as African-Canadian/Black History Month in honour and recognition of the legacy of Black Canadians across Saskatchewan and the rest of Canada. "We thank the Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum for the work they do to share the stories of our past while providing education for future generations."

Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement for Black History Month: “February is Black History Month.

We all have an individual responsibility to learn from the heritage, important events and accomplishments of our Island’s Black community through the years. The first Black people on the Island were brought as slaves in the 18th century by Loyalists. It’s also an important reminder for us all to reflect on past events and to take stock of where systemic racism continues to exist in our communities so that we can work together to create positive change.

The 2023 theme for Black History Month is: “Ours to tell”. This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning ...

This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell about their histories, successes, sacrifices and triumphs. [705-675-9171](tel://7056759171) Today, February 1st, marks the beginning of Black History Month.

Groups and organizations in Greater Sudbury have organized a month of activities and events that highlight the contributions of Black Canadians to their ...

[Dragons’ Den](https://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/m_dragons/wes-hall?utm_source=sudbury.com&utm_campaign=sudbury.com%3A%20outbound&utm_medium=referral), is delivering a keynote address at the annual Black History Month Gala on Feb. This addition to the Jazz Sudbury calendar promises to be a captivating event that features Order of Canada composer/pianist Now bringing the traditional to the contemporary, Kienou delights international audiences with his unique polyrhythmic expression of emotions and memories. Tickets for Africville Stories will be available for purchase [through Place des Arts](https://maplacedesarts.ca/en/events/africville-stories/?utm_source=sudbury.com&utm_campaign=sudbury.com%3A%20outbound&utm_medium=referral). Tickets range in price from $35 to $100, and are available online by clicking [here](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-black-history-month-gala-tickets-487126306897?utm_source=sudbury.com&utm_campaign=sudbury.com%3A%20outbound&utm_medium=referral) as well as at the [Northern Ontario Black Economic Empowerment Program](https://www.sudbury.com/local-news/centre-supporting-black-entrepreneurs-opens-in-sudbury-5612168) (NOBEEP) office at 73 Elm Street. [Mathieu Da Costa](https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/mathieu-da-costa?utm_source=sudbury.com&utm_campaign=sudbury.com%3A%20outbound&utm_medium=referral), a navigator and interpreter, in the 1600s. Jazz Sudbury is getting ready for its inaugural 2023 Black History Month celebration on Feb. The event runs at the Northbury Hotel Feb. Hosted by the Afro-Heritage Association of Sudbury, Hall is delivering the address during an event set to take place at the Steelworkers Hall (66 Brady St.) beginning at 6 p.m. In February, 2008, Senator Donald Oliver, the first Black man appointed to the Senate, introduced the The observance of the month grew from the ideas of historian Carter G. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.

The provincial government has proclaimed February is African American - Black History month across Saskatchewa...

“It is important to acknowledge the contributions African-Canadians have made to our province and to understand the vital role played in our history,” said SACHM Executive Director Carol LaFayette-Boyd in a media release from the province. “As we near the end of the United Nations declaration of International Decade for People of African Descent 2015-2024, SACHM is optimistic that the theme of recognition, justice and development is occurring and continues in Saskatchewan.” The province says this is an opportunity to learn more about the many accomplishments and contributions made by persons of African American heritage in our province.