February is the month we come together to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. During this month, many organizations, groups, communities, and people come together to host and participate in Black History Month events.
For the first time in 25 years, all Black History Month Celebrations will be taking place virtually. Even though this year may look a little different, there are still many meaningful ways you can participate in Black History Month Celebrations at home (Sehgal, 2021).
Written by Megan Liang
Here is a list of virtual Black History Month Activities and Celebrations taking place in 2021:
TD is hosting a series of conversations and interactive activities in a three-day symposium on the Canadian Strategic Plan for the Decade of People from African Descent in Victoria. The topics that will be discussed include sharing perspectives for social and economic inclusion. This is set to take place between February 4-6. For more information view this website: https://communityevents.td.com/en/event/665
The University of Toronto is holding an event to explore anti-black racism activism in diverse spaces. This event highlights the role of post-secondary environments in transforming anti-Black racism advocacy. This event seeks to honour the diversity of black leaders. This event takes place on February 8 from 10 am to 12 pm. For more information, view this website: https://antiracism.utoronto.ca/event/black-history-month-symposium/
The Manitoba Museum is hosting events where the museum is providing free Black History Month virtual field trips. These include real close up examination of specimens, museum artifacts and exhibitions. These field trips are sponsored by Canada Post Community Foundation and are scheduled to take place on February 10, 17, 24 and March 3, 2021. For more information, view this website: https://manitobamuseum.ca/main/education/virtual-programs/
Microsoft is celebrating Black History Month virtually with museums, cultural centres and historic sites. They are planning a customized set of activities and experiences for K-12 students. The goal of this event is to educate children on today’s African-American significant figures. Microsoft is also planning to hold many other events for any small or large group and for schools. To learn more, visit this website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/workshops-training-and-events/?rtc=1#page=1&pageSize=24&topic=10000092
Due to the current circumstances, Black History Month must be celebrated online. However, there are still a multitude of activities and opportunities to come together and honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities.
Works Cited
Sehgal, Pragya. "Five Ways You Can Celebrate Black History Month Virtually | IT World Canada Slideshow". IT World Canada - Information Technology News On Products, Services And Issues For Cios, IT Managers And Network Admins, 2021, https://www.itworldcanada.com/slideshow/five-ways-you-can-celebrate-black-history-month-virtually. Accessed 12 Feb 2021.
"Black History Month 2021: Provincial Black Canadians Symposium | TD Community Events". Communityevents.Td.Com, 2021, https://communityevents.td.com/en/event/665. Accessed 12 Feb 2021.
2021 Black History Symposium: Honoring the Diversity of Black Leaders and Agents of Change
"2021 Black History Symposium: Honoring The Diversity Of Black Leaders And Agents Of Change". Antiracism.Utoronto.Ca, 2021, https://antiracism.utoronto.ca/event/black-history-month-symposium/. Accessed 12 Feb 2021.
Microsoft Store Events, Virtual Workshops, & Online Training
"Microsoft Store Events, Virtual Workshops, & Online Training". Microsoft.Com, 2021, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/workshops-training-and-events/?rtc=1#page=1&pageSize=24&topic=10000092. Accessed 12 Feb 2021.
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