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Description: This special edition will serve as a beacon of growth, resilience, and unity within our community. Highlights: Reflection on the BBE One Year Anniversary Keynotes from Innovative Businesses Affiliate Networking Opportunities Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a budding business owner, or simply passionate about supporting black businesses, this event is for you. It’s an opportunity to forge meaningful connections, gain insights, and contribute to the thriving ecosystem of black businesses

Description: This event allows our residents to enjoy the celebration of Black History Month. Come join in the community conversation as we reflect on the history of our ancestors and examine the contributions made then and now to the development of our community, province, and ultimately our country. Enjoy the performances of Waymatea Ellis, and Wajjo drummers.

Description: Panel discussion that will discuss the ways in which Black students worked to realize their aspirational goals with the support of education sponsors

Description: It's another beautiful season of celebration. Live in the City of Calgary come February 9th - 10th, Alberta's Premiere Black History Month Celebration is back with a bang! The Ethnik Festival of Arts & Culture features the international sensation, Brick N Lace, Dr. Helen Paul, Shalli Sings, and diverse local acts. For tickets - https://www.showpass.com/efac-2024-tickets/ For enquiries - [email protected] or visit www.ethnikfestivals.com

Description: It's another beautiful season of celebration. Live in the City of Calgary come February 9th - 10th, Alberta's Premiere Black History Month Celebration is back with a bang! The Ethnik Festival of Arts & Culture features the international sensation, Brick N Lace, Dr. Helen Paul, Shalli Sings, and diverse local acts. For tickets - https://www.showpass.com/efac-2024-tickets/ For enquiries - [email protected] or visit www.ethnikfestivals.com

Description: It's another beautiful season of celebration. Live in the City of Calgary come February 9th - 10th, Alberta's Premiere Black History Month Celebration is back with a bang! The Ethnik Festival of Arts & Culture features the international sensation, Brick N Lace, Dr. Helen Paul, Shalli Sings, and diverse local acts. For tickets - https://www.showpass.com/efac-2024-tickets/ For enquiries - [email protected] or visit www.ethnikfestivals.com

Description: It's another beautiful season of celebration. Live in the City of Calgary come February 9th - 10th, Alberta's Premiere Black History Month Celebration is back with a bang! The Ethnik Festival of Arts & Culture features the international sensation, Brick N Lace, Dr. Helen Paul, Shalli Sings, and diverse local acts. For tickets - https://www.showpass.com/efac-2024-tickets/ For enquiries - [email protected] or visit www.ethnikfestivals.com

Description: A Black history tribute in the musical style of Mahalia Jackson Join us at The Cathedral Church of the Redeemer in Calgary, for an unforgettable event celebrating Black history. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and powerful vocals reminiscent of the legendary Mahalia Jackson. This in-person event promises to be a mesmerizing tribute to a true musical icon. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Mahalia Jackson's music in a live setting. Mark your calendars

Description: Celebrates Canadian Inclusion and creates awareness on how professionals, leaders and organizations can promote inclusion by championing the rights of underrepresented and racialized groups within Canada e.g. African, Black and Caribbean (ABC) people, Indigenous People, People who live with disabilities and more. ​ Award categories Inclusive Professional Inclusive Organization Inclusive Leader

Description: Storycafe for February: From the Black Immigrant Perspective, Wednesday, February 28, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at CARYA Village Commons Cafe, 2nd Floor, 610 - 8 Ave. S.E Calgary. Host: Sarah Uwadiae: award winning Calgary filmmaker from Nigeria, (2022 RBC Emerging Artist Award). With performers: Adetola Adedipe (slam poet), Jola Adeniji, storyteller/artist, Femi David, drummer/actor and Sudy-Ann Brown (Jamaican Spoken Word Poet). $20 by donation also online: www.storytellingalberta.com/calgary

Description: Black History Month Opening Ceremonies will be taking place on February 1, 2024 at the Winspear Centre. There will be a special performance by Melisizwe Brothers.

Description: Seniors Valentine Dance and BHM go Seniors to get together and enjoy good time with others. We would like to honor our esteemed Seniors with gifts, fun games , food, drinks, 360 photo booth.

Description: The Black History Month Gala, hosted by "When African Women Talk," is an extraordinary celebration of Black excellence, resistance, resilience, and activism. This year's theme amplifies the historical and ongoing struggles, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals and communities. It is an opportunity to honor the movements, leaders, and events that have shaped Black history while encouraging ongoing efforts toward justice and equality.

Description: In face of historical trauma and oppression, finding, building, maintaining, and sustaining long-term meaning love relationship can be hard and quite challenging. Celebrating Black Love is a way to acknowledge, honor, the ways in which black individuals and couples have courageously withstood and preserved the obstacles. Family Life and Beyond is creating a space and time to celebrate “Black love” on Black Love Day; an African-centered alternative to commercial Valentine’s Day

Description: Please join the National Black Coalition of Canada and TD Bank, in a celebration of the rich history, vibrant culture, and powerful influence of Black gospel music. The event will take place on Sat Feb 17, 2024, 7.00pm at the Northern Jubilee Auditorium. The flavors and vibes of this event promises to be of exquisite magnitude, providing the perfect platform to celebrate the finest talents of Black Gospel Music in Edmonton.

Description: Join Us at the Evolve Cultural Summit - Celebrating Black History and Future! In the heart of Black History Month, Black Literacy Code proudly presents the Evolve Cultural Summit, a vibrant and inspiring gathering aimed at celebrating, exploring, and advancing black culture. This pivotal event takes place on February 24, 2024, from 4 PM to 8 PM, promising an evening filled with enlightenment, engagement, and entertainment.

Description: Let's talk about It Society Edmonton alongside Flava Promotions Association of Caribbean Music and Culture are community based organization that hosts and promotes cultural based events to unite, educate and support members of the Afro Caribbean community. We are hosting our semi annual Mental health workshop to provide support and resources to the adults and youths of the Afro Caribbean community here in Edmonton. We cover various topics discussing Mental health concerns with expert speakers

Description: This event kicks off our celebration of Black History Month. Come join in the community conversation as we reflect on the history of our ancestors and examine the contributions made then and now to the development of our community, province, and ultimately our country. Enjoy the performances of Oasis, and Wajjo drummers.

Description: Join us as we commemorate the accomplishments, contributions, and rich history of Black people. This year's theme, "Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build," emphasizes honouring diversity and looking towards a brighter future together. Wear a traditional outfit if you have one. Please RSVP by Friday, February 16th. We will have a program featuring speeches, poems, Black History stories, and an opportunity to meet new people.

Description: Marilyn McGreer shares the story of why her father chose Alberta as the family home in the late 1960s. This engaging visual history traces his journey from the Caribbean Island of Jamaica in search of better social, economic and spiritual opportunities for his young family in Alberta. Learn about the obstacles he faced in answering the racial questions of “the colour of love?” and “who is my neighbour?” and hear the powerful lessons in self-worth he handed down to his children.

Description: Taste of Africa is a rich display of African Dance, Storytelling, Poetry, Armchair travels, and lots more. The evening ends with a tasting of a variety of foods from different parts of Africa and the Caribbean. The 5th year of this beautiful event in St Albert celebrating Black History Month.