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Celebrating Black History Month

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Posted on Feb 1, 2022

Every February, people in Canada are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities.

From books to read to live webinars and celebrations and more, check out what’s on this month for Black History Month.

Celebrate with SPLC
Join SPLC online Feb. 18 for Black History Month celebrations. This is a free session from 2-3PM. We will be taking time reflect on the stories, experiences and accomplishments of Canada’s black history community. Let’s celebrate some of our amazing black Canadian leaders together! Click on this link to register: https://intranet.splc.ca/external/salcreg.nsf/wregistration?OpenForm

Awaken a new perspective with the City of Toronto
The City of Toronto has a special site celebrating the experience and stories of past and present day Black Torontonians safely from home. https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/

Watch live webinars
Toronto Public Library celebrates Black History with a collection of programs and special events that honour Black heritage and consider the historical significance and contemporary contributions of Black activists and artists from around the world. Look for a great series of webinars featuring Black community leaders and their work and impact in arts, environment and business.  https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs-and-classes/featured/black-history-month.jsp

Read books by Black authors
Looking for new books to read? Check out this curated list for Black History Month from the Toronto Public Library https://account.torontopubliclibrary.ca/shared/black-history-2022-adult-reading-list/eDpyjp9vDN3nS3hzV5undE9oxNDGYgoh9BTJ2LYbok5Qtac6Oo  

Watch videos
Check out these videos by the Government of Canada featuring prominent Black Canadians and their contributions to our communities. https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month/black-canadians.html