January 29, 2022 – Join the Nile Valley Foundation on Saturday, January 29th, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. EST for Maafa: Our Stories, a Global Conversation with hosts Irene Moore Davis and Denise Williams. Featured panelists appearing live from both sides of the Atlantic will include Dr. Afua Cooper, Dr. George Dei, Rosemary Sadlier, Nii Koney, Naa-Amerley […]
January 30, 2022 - The Ontario Black History Society will host its annual Black History Month Kick-Off with the theme “Home” virtually at 4:00 pm. We’ll be taking the time and space to consider the idea of home. We'll talk about Black & Indigenous solidarity, how and why Black people call Canada home, and finding the perfect home for […]
January 29-30, 2022 – The Black Canadians for Cultural, Educational, and Economic Progress presents Virtual Africana, January 29th 3:00-6:00 p.m. EST and January 30th 4:00-6:00 p.m., an online event to celebrate African culture featuring speakers, entertainment, and more. Funded by the Government of Canada. Email bcceepwindsor@gmail.com for more information. Where: Virtually Online
February 1, 2022 – Visit the Amherstburg Freedom Museum to view a display about the No. 2 Construction Battalion, in addition to a separate display featuring the Honourable Lincoln Alexander, in celebration of his 100th birthday. Where: Virtually Online
February 1-28, 2022 - Windsor Public Library offers collections that celebrate Black heritage, encourage diverse and unique voices, and consider the historical significance of Black activists from around the world. In honour of Black History Month, WPL has created a resource calendar featuring relevant books, ebooks, and audiobooks written by Black authors or featuring Black characters, for readers of all ages. The […]
February 1-28, 2022 – Join Black Business Can for the Buy Black 28 Day Challenge throughout Black History Month. There will be a showcase of Black-owned businesses on Facebook and Instagram that you can learn about, visit, and enjoy with your family. Visit blackbusinessontario.ca, http://facebook.com/blackbusinesscan or http://Instagram.com/blackbusinesscan Where: Virtually Online
February 1-28, 2022 – Follow Black Women of Forward Action on Facebook and Instagram for 28 Days of Inspiring Black Women, 28 daily social media posts shining a light on some of the best and brightest women of Black/African/Caribbean heritage in Canada today. Where: Virtually Online
February 1-28, 2022 – Follow the University of Windsor website and social media channels for news about the many excellent virtual events planned for Black History/Black Futures Month… weekly trivia contests, a special presentation by alumnus, artist, and newly inducted member of the Order of Canada Robert Small, a fireside chat with distinguished Black/African/Caribbean alumni, […]
February 1-28, 2022 – The social media channels of the University of Windsor Leddy Library will feature 28 Days, 28 Books to Read… daily recommendations from community members for great reading on Black history and culture. The digital event will publish one recommendation on its social media channels each of the 28 days in February, […]
February 4, 2022 – The University of Windsor presents a lecture by Dr. Rosalind Hampton of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, titled “Plotting Black Studies in Canada,” Friday, February 4th at 10:00 a.m. EST. Please look for the registration link at https://www.uwindsor.ca/dailynews/2022-01-21/speaker-explore-role-black-studies-canada and do sign up in advance. Dr. Hampton’s areas of teaching […]
February 10th-25th, 2022 – Currently, Afrofest 2022 will take place at the University of Windsor February 10th-25th. However, due to COVID-19 concerns, there is a possibility that events will be held virtually if necessary. Afrofest is presented by the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance with aid from the university’s Black student groups and organizations. The […]
February 10, 2022 – The University of Windsor Alumni Association presents Black Excellence in the Media, a virtual event, Thursday, February 10th at 3:00 p.m. This year, we celebrate Black Excellence in the media by highlighting the achievements of our distinguished alumni. Whether being in front of the camera or making an impact from behind […]
