Black History Month

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Black History Month 2024: Celebrating Achievements and Contributions

Black Culture - Black History Month - Canadian Cities - Diversity - Heritage

Discover how cities across Canada are honoring Black History Month and showcasing Black excellence and heritage. Read on to learn more about the diverse events and celebrations happening nationwide!

February is a significant month in Canada as cities and communities come together to honor Black History Month. From Guelph to Toronto, Lethbridge to Mississauga, and beyond, various events and celebrations are showcasing the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and individuals of African heritage. The Guelph Black Heritage Society, schools, universities, and government officials are actively participating in this important month, highlighting present talents and future aspirations.

Throughout the country, Black History Month is not only about reflecting on the past but also building a brighter future. From live music performances to movie screenings, citywide events to educational initiatives, the focus is on celebrating Black culture and heritage. Places like St. Clair Catholic, University of Saskatchewan, and Trinity College are promoting diversity and excellence, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and honoring the legacy of Black people in Canada.

As the month unfolds, more activities and initiatives are planned to commemorate the impact of Black individuals on Canadian society. The theme for Black History Month 2024, 'Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build,' sets the tone for a month of education, reflection, and celebration. It's a time to support Black-owned businesses, embrace Black culture, and participate in events that honor the past while looking forward to creating a more inclusive future.

In conclusion, Black History Month in 2024 is not just a time to remember the struggles and successes of the past; it's an opportunity to celebrate diversity, promote equality, and recognize the significant contributions of Black Canadians. Let's join together in commemorating this important month and honoring Black excellence across all communities in Canada!

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Black Heritage Month goes beyond the history of Black people: GBHS (Globalnews.ca)

The Guelph Black Heritage Society are having Black Heritage Month to showcase not only Black history in Guelph but the present and the future.

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Lethbridge's post-secondaries celebrating Black History Month (Lethbridge News Now)

The month serves as a celebration of the achievements and contributions of not just Black Canadians but also individuals of Black, Caribbean or African heritage ...

City of Toronto kicks-off Black History Month with citywide events ... (toronto.ca)

News Release February 1, 2024 Today, Mayor Olivia Chow proclaimed February as Black History Month, launching the City of Toronto's annual celebration of ...

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Black history month (City of Mississauga)

Mississauga is one of Canada's most culturally diverse cities and to reflect on that diversity and vibrancy this webpage has been created to spotlight talented ...

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Black History Month at USask: 'There's no wrong way to be who you ... (USask News)

University of Saskatchewan (USask) business economics students Azee Amoo and Teniola Bolaji talk about what Black History Month means to them.

Statement from the Regional Chair on honouring Black History Month (durham.ca)

Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality ...

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St. Clair Catholic Celebrates Black History Month | Newsdesk (Newsdesk)

During the month of February and throughout the year, classrooms and schools across the. St. Clair district celebrate the achievements of black Canadians ...

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Black History Month in Belleville (Quinte News)

February marks Black History Month where people across the country honour the legacy of Black people in Canada...

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Black History Month celebrates the past, builds the future (Daily Commercial News)

Every February people across North America commemorate the impact Black people have made on their communities, and Black history in construction is part of ...

2024 Black History Month events in the Triangle: Live music, movies ... (Raleigh News & Observer)

Things to do Black History Month in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill NC: events, live music, film screenings, tours, performances, trivia.

Premier's, minister's, parliamentary secretary's statements on Black ... (BC Gov News)

Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Black History Month:

Black History Month at USask: A time to reflect on the legacy of the ... (USask News)

The Peter McKinnon Building at the Saskatoon University of Saskatchewan campus, with red, green The Peter MacKinnon Building, located at the top of the Bowl on ...

Black History Month 2024 - Trinity College (Trinity College, Toronto)

Alexander Thomas Augusta Award (one or more awards, each valued at up to $5,000) is awarded to a Trinity student identifying as Black, Indigenous or a Person of ...

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Black history month: What's happening in London (London Free Press (Blogs))

Free events ranging from history games to lectures will take place in February to honour the contributions of Black Canadians to London.

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Black History Month – February 2024 | Hamilton-Wentworth District ... (Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board)

Today marks the beginning of an important month of reflection and celebration, as February ushers in Black History Month and African Heritage Month across ...

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Statement by the Prime Minister on Black History Month (Prime Minister of Canada)

Today marks the beginning of Black History Month. This month, we honour the achievements of Black Canadians, past and present, celebrate Black culture, ...

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Mississauga recognizes Black History Month (City of Mississauga)

February is Black History Month – a time of education, reflection and celebration. This month, the City of Mississauga, in.

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Statement by Minister Khera on Black History Month (Canada.ca)

OTTAWA, February 1,2024. Happy Black History Month! The theme for Black History Month 2024 is “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build.

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Mike Schreiner commemorates Black History Month (Green Party of Ontario)

As we celebrate, it is important to also recognize that anti-Black racism is still present in our society, and to recommit to addressing its systemic roots.

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Statement by Premier Dennis King for Black History Month ... (Government of Prince Edward Island)

The first Black Islanders were brought as slaves in the 18th century by Loyalists. When they were free, they settled in The Bog, a former neighbourhood in the ...

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Support Black-owned businesses this Black History Month (City of Vancouver)

This Black History Month, the City is encouraging Vancouverites to support businesses owned by members of Black and African diaspora communities.

Joint Statement Recognizing Black History Month - News Releases (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador)

Thursday, February 1, marks the start of Black History Month, an internationally recognized annual celebration designed to highlight and honour the actions, ...

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Celebrating Black History Month 2024: Honouring Black labour ... (Public Service Alliance of Canada)

February is a time to celebrate, reflect upon, and honour the significant contributions of Canadians of Black, Caribbean and African descent.

Celebrating Black History Month | Showcasing the Black Student ... (Calgary Board of Education)

Throughout February, students and staff of the Calgary Board of Education will celebrate and explore the numerous contributions of Black Canadians, peoples, ...

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Ontario Tech marks Black History Month (News)

February marks Black History Month: a time for acknowledgement, celebration and empowerment of Black community members in Canada, and around the world.

Premier's statement on Black History Month (Government of New Brunswick)

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs issued the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month: February is Black History Month; ...

NDP Statement on Black History Month 2024 (ndp.ca)

This month is a time to honour the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and to celebrate the courageous advocates who fought for equity for Black ...

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Black History Month events look to celebrate the 'here and now' in ... (CambridgeToday.ca)

For decades Cambridge has been an underserved community for black representation and events and now advocates are on the path to changing that.

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U of T's Black History Month Luncheon to mark 22 years of ... (News@UofT)

Over the past two decades, the University of Toronto's annual Black History Month Luncheon has grown in popularity and significance across U of T's three ...

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Schools of Dreams founder is Hamilton's honouree for Black History ... (Globalnews.ca)

Over 20 years, Dora Anie grew and transformed Schools of Dreams into an entity working with local communities in Ghana to build schools and offer safe ...

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Celebrate Black History Month on CBC | CBC Television (CBC.ca)

As we get ready to kick off Black History Month, CBC is again excited to showcase all the rich news and programming surrounding the Black Canadian ...

Statement from Premier Pillai on Black History Month | Government ... (Government of Yukon)

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “Today marks the start of Black History Month when we celebrate the achievements and contributions ...

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'Collective determination:' Newmarket raises Pan-African flag for ... (NewmarketToday.ca)

'We are gathered ... to advocate for and safeguard the human rights and fundamental freedom of people of African descent,' says NACCA chair as month-long ...

Black History Month feature: Tom Casey - Winnipeg Blue Bombers (bluebombers.com)

Today: Tom Casey – running back, defensive back, punter from 1950-55. Tom Casey had come west to Winnipeg from the Hamilton Wildcats for the 1950 season, just ...

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Black History Month at SAIT: Events, books and reflections on Black ... (SAIT)

Get involved #HereAtSAIT this February and learn about a key piece of Canadian history.

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Events taking place for Black History Month (CTV Windsor)

There will be a flag raising event outside the Chatham-Kent Civic Centre at noon with representatives from the Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History, ...

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Black History Month kicks off in Ottawa, here's how to take part (CTV Edmonton)

Afrotechture · J'TM Resto Bar · Luxe Blooms Flower Café · Ottawa Public Library · Crepu: Our DNA, a Black Hair Art Show · Hip Hop Theatre Festival · 83 'til infinity.

African-CanadianBlack History Month Proclaimed in Saskatchewan ... (Government of Saskatchewan)

For 2024, the theme being used by the Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum (SACHM) "Black resistance", which celebrates how African-Canadian people ...

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