Black History
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New driving map reveals more about Black history in Ontario’s Wellington CountyThe Guelph Black Heritage Society has created Wellington County: Black Heritage Reclaimed Driving Map highlighting 11 significant locations to the historical Black community.CanadaAug 5
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Halifax church uncovers 200-year-old original gable during renovationA recently-uncovered gable at a heritage church in Halifax will become a commemorative piece with the original church name, 'The African Baptist Church,' displayed on it's archway.CanadaAug 4
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New Brunswickers celebrate first provincial Emancipation DayBlack Lives Matter New Brunswick executive director Matthew Martin said he knew it was only a matter of time before they could have a celebration for Emancipation Day.CanadaAug 1
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Ottawa recognizes Black cowboy John Ware as person of national historic significanceWare's designation was commemorated today with the unveiling of a plaque at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site south of Calgary.PerspectivesJun 6
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Uncle Tom’s Cabin Historic Site in Dresden, Ont. reopens for 2022 seasonA historic site southwest of London, Ont., dedicated to preserving a significant part of Canada's Black history has reopened for the summer 2022 season.CanadaMay 23
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Campaign to relocate Fugitive Slave Chapel sees $5K donation from Diocese of LondonThe donation comes as the campaign looks to close the gap on its ultimate $300,000 goal. Officials with Fanshawe Pioneer Village say they're more than halfway there.CanadaMay 13
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Ajax unveils artwork in recognition of Decade for People of African DescentA local Black artists' work now will have a home in Ajax's townhall, in honour of International Decade For People Of African Descent.CanadaMar 1
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Pilot for African-Canadian sitcom made in Calgary showcases the city’s Black history and African cultureThe director of an African-Canadian sitcom shot in Calgary is pitching the pilot to TV networks.EntertainmentFeb 26
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Calgary’s Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture to celebrate diversity later this weekOn Feb. 26, the Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture is celebrating Afro-Canadian and Caribbean communities.CanadaFeb 22
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Prominent Calgarians remembered during Black History Month: ‘Understand the contributions’"It's really important that we do this not just in February, but March through January as well, and so we can celebrate the diverse province that we have year-round."CanadaFeb 17
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