Black & Cultural Events
- Afro Toronto
- Black Canada - Canada's Coolest Culture Site
- Black Then Discovering Our History
- Black Theatre Workshop
- Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society Month
- Jamaican Canadian Association
- Missing Pages
- National Black History Month Expo
- Ontario Heritage Trust
- Ontario Black History Society
- Toronto, Ontario Black Events
Black History Tours
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Anti-Black Racism
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Black History and Anti-Racism Resources
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"For too long Blacks have been left behind by the diversity movement in Canada. The BlackNorth Initiative was created by The Canadian Council of Business Leaders Against Anti-Black Systemic Racism to combat anti-Black systemic racism in Corporate Canada. The Initiative challenges senior Canadian business leaders to sign a CEO Pledge committing their companies to specific actions and targets designed to end anti-Black systemic racism and create opportunities for all of those in the underrepresented BIPOC community." (From Black North website)
New initiatives aim to help Black Canadians get a better foothold in the economy
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Organizing for Racial Learning and Educational Justice
TUESDAY, September 27, 2022 from 8:30 to 9:30 pm ET
"We know that the ability of educators to draw on their expertise and engage children in conversations about accurate history, human diversity, and unequal opportunity is under threat all over the country. How do we bring people together to build campaigns supporting healthy racial learning in schools? How do we work to ensure that equity- and justice-minded folx are elected to our school boards? How do we build coalitions among parents and teachers?
Join us for a conversation with organizers and community members who are in the mix, trying to figure that out in their communities."
Join us for a conversation with organizers and community members who are in the mix, trying to figure that out in their communities."
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"This conversation is the 4th in a series called Organizing in Defense of Children’s Racial Learning - check out the previous 3 conversations in our webinar archives." (From Embrace Race website)
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"More and more educators now recognize the importance of actively building a sense of belonging for all their students and incorporating the histories, perspectives, and lived realities of communities of color into their classrooms. Many are just beginning to embark on a journey toward antibias and antiracist practice. Yet, in the current political moment, they face incredible challenges from lobbying to legislation aiming to stifle their abilities to teach complete, unbiased history; to attend to children’s social and emotional development; and to engage in honest conversations about race, racism, and human difference with their students.
Let’s join together to figure out where we’ve been, where we are now, and how to get where we want to go. What did the landscape of racial learning in schools look like leading up to this moment? What foundational lessons about race are children are learning in school? What big drivers shape how and what children learn about race in school? How can we empower all children and adults by incorporating developmentally appropriate, healthy teaching and learning about race in our schools?" (From Embrace Race website)
Let’s join together to figure out where we’ve been, where we are now, and how to get where we want to go. What did the landscape of racial learning in schools look like leading up to this moment? What foundational lessons about race are children are learning in school? What big drivers shape how and what children learn about race in school? How can we empower all children and adults by incorporating developmentally appropriate, healthy teaching and learning about race in our schools?" (From Embrace Race website)
Conferences
"The Black Press in Canada Community Conference will take place on September 30, 2022, at Huron University College in the Great Hall and on October 1, 2022, at the Black Mecca Museum/Wish Centre in Chatham, Ontario (transportation from London to Chatham and back is provided). Preregistration is requested! Register for one or for both days here.
While there is no cost for attendees, The Black Press in Canada Community Conference is encouraging donations to The London Community Foundation Chapel Project. You can find more information and donate here." (From Huron Research website)
While there is no cost for attendees, The Black Press in Canada Community Conference is encouraging donations to The London Community Foundation Chapel Project. You can find more information and donate here." (From Huron Research website)
Cultural Events
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Mohawk Institute Residential School Virtual Tour
September 28, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 donation to educational programming at the Woodland Cultural Centre
Mohawk Institute Public Virtual Tour
"The Woodland Cultural Centre presents a screening of the Mohawk Institute Residential School. Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. and help support virtual programming at the Woodland Cultural Centre with your donation.
The virtual tour will guide you through the former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School, giving the history of the institution over its 140-year history. Viewers will get to see different rooms inside the school, from the girls’ and boys’ dormitories, the cafeteria, laundry room, and other rooms throughout the building as well as hear interviews from five survivors."(From Woodland Cultural Centre website)
"The Woodland Cultural Centre presents a screening of the Mohawk Institute Residential School. Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. and help support virtual programming at the Woodland Cultural Centre with your donation.
The virtual tour will guide you through the former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School, giving the history of the institution over its 140-year history. Viewers will get to see different rooms inside the school, from the girls’ and boys’ dormitories, the cafeteria, laundry room, and other rooms throughout the building as well as hear interviews from five survivors."(From Woodland Cultural Centre website)
Indigenous Art Unveiling Event
Thursday October 6th, 4:00 p.m. - 6:15 pm
The School of Social Work, Windsor Hall Foyer, University of Windsor
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"John Williams, an Ojibway artist from Aamjiwnaang First Nation in Sarnia, ON will present an original painting. John specializes in acrylic paintings, pen & ink, and graphite drawings.
John has been commissioned to paint several mural size acrylic pieces across Ontario. He has participated in several local art shows and can be seen during the summer months set up at local Pow Wows.
With much appreciation to Prof. Donna Marie Eansor, Doniol Coles, and the 2018-20 University of Windsor Teaching Leadership Chair Program Proposal Review Committee, “Open Hearts and Open Minds: Looking to the Future in a New Way” for funding Dr. Thecla Damianakis and Ms. Katka Hrncic-Lipovic’s proposal “Decolonizing Education: The Role of Indigenous Persons in Shaping the Minds and Spirits of Social Work Educators, Students, the Next Generation, and Society." (From University of Windsor e-newsletter)
John has been commissioned to paint several mural size acrylic pieces across Ontario. He has participated in several local art shows and can be seen during the summer months set up at local Pow Wows.
With much appreciation to Prof. Donna Marie Eansor, Doniol Coles, and the 2018-20 University of Windsor Teaching Leadership Chair Program Proposal Review Committee, “Open Hearts and Open Minds: Looking to the Future in a New Way” for funding Dr. Thecla Damianakis and Ms. Katka Hrncic-Lipovic’s proposal “Decolonizing Education: The Role of Indigenous Persons in Shaping the Minds and Spirits of Social Work Educators, Students, the Next Generation, and Society." (From University of Windsor e-newsletter)
Listen to the IHM 2022 Playlist!
"We’ve put together a playlist with some of our favourite Indigenous songs and performers, some of which will be featured in our Indigenous History Month programming! Give it a listen and subscribe to our playlist today!" (From Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund e-newsletter)
Events
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Groups
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Lectures
St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre
Autumn 2022 Line-up – Save the Date!
We are very excited for the line-up of lecturers and topics coming to the series this fall. We will announce the series line-up at the lecture on May 24, but for now, please mark your calendars for 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 20, October 4 and 18, November 1, 15, and 29, and December 13.
Subscribe on YouTube!
Don’t miss a lecture – or any of our other fun videos. Subscribe to our channel to make sure you’re always in the know. You can also turn on alerts for when we go live! (From Museum Website Information)
We are very excited for the line-up of lecturers and topics coming to the series this fall. We will announce the series line-up at the lecture on May 24, but for now, please mark your calendars for 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 20, October 4 and 18, November 1, 15, and 29, and December 13.
Subscribe on YouTube!
Don’t miss a lecture – or any of our other fun videos. Subscribe to our channel to make sure you’re always in the know. You can also turn on alerts for when we go live! (From Museum Website Information)
Free Press Speaks
"Underground Railroad Free Press publisher Peter Michael will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the Traditions Week of McDaniel College’s annual two-week Common Ground summer program. For nearly 30 years, Common Ground has promoted racial understanding through traditional music and arts. Mr. Michael will present an illustrated presentation on "The Underground Railroad: The War for the Soul of America" which may be viewed live at 8:00 PM on June 27 at youtube.com/c/commongroundonthehillofficial." (From Underground Railroad Free Press e-newsletter)
"Underground Railroad Free Press publisher Peter Michael will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the Traditions Week of McDaniel College’s annual two-week Common Ground summer program. For nearly 30 years, Common Ground has promoted racial understanding through traditional music and arts. Mr. Michael will present an illustrated presentation on "The Underground Railroad: The War for the Soul of America" which may be viewed live at 8:00 PM on June 27 at youtube.com/c/commongroundonthehillofficial." (From Underground Railroad Free Press e-newsletter)
Social
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Workshops
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Beaded Corncob Virtual Workshop
Available Online Now
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"Even though our facility is closed, our staff is still passionate about fulfilling our mandate above. The Corncob Keychain Workshop is one of our most popular Educational Craft Workshops that are offered to groups, schools and organizations when they tour our museum. It’s recommended for Grade 7 and up because of the sharp needle, but with an adult present we hope that many will be able to join us.
We hope to bring more Educational Workshops to you through our Zoom Classroom.
The Replay is available online.
We hope to bring more Educational Workshops to you through our Zoom Classroom.
The Replay is available online.
Simple CLICK HERE and register your email to have it sent to your inbox now!"
(From the Woodland Cultural Centre website)
(From the Woodland Cultural Centre website)
Books
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Committees
Anti-Black Racism Plan
"In response to the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s June, 2020 declaration that racism is a public health crisis, the Health Unit hired a consultancy group to assist with the development of an Anti-Black Racism Plan (ABRP) for the agency. The Anti-Black Racism Plan was also shaped through the engagement of local African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) community representatives. The engagement strategies used included a survey, focus groups, and one-on-one sessions with community members who were able to add their voices to the development of the plan."
Read the plan
"The ABRP has identified 45 recommendations, which are focused on addressing and eliminating anti-Black racism from public health programs and services in London and Middlesex County, and on collaborating with others to address and eliminate anti-Black racism more broadly. Download and review the Anti-Black Racism Plan from the link below."
Dining Experience
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Khadijah Haliru
1-844-535-5463
1-844-535-5463
HANAK Foods
"Our goal is to introduce you to the world of African Cuisine. Pre-order meals for pick-up, book our mini tasting experience, attend our seasonal supper clubs, or purchase our signature Nigerian Stew (tomato based sauce) to cook at home. For take-out, Pre-order by midnight the evening before for pick-up or direct from SkipTheDishes. " (From Brands By K website)
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African Experience Supper Club $39.99
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BEACH PATTIES CARIBBEAN FOOD
34 ROBINSON ST., PORT BURWELL, ON
519-550-6206
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Order Online
Windsor West Indian Association
2410 Central Ave,
Windsor, ON N8W 4J4
519-945-0213, secretary@wwia.club
Caribbean Take out
Call to order 519-945-0213
Curb side pick up only
EACH WEEKEND WE FEATURE AN ASSORTMENT OF CARIBBEAN FAVOURITES
Curb side pick up only
EACH WEEKEND WE FEATURE AN ASSORTMENT OF CARIBBEAN FAVOURITES
Employment Opportunities
Entertainment
- Arobiz.ca - Listings of Toronto Events and Entertainment
- The Black Academy - Celebrates & Inspires Black Canadians in the Arts, Culture, Entertainment & Sports
- B.L.A.C.K. Canada - Building A Legacy in Acting, Cinema and Knowledge (B.L.A.C.K.) Canada is a community based not-for-profit organization
- Toronto Black Film Festival
- Vancouver International Black Film Festival
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The Black Academy and CBC Set The Legacy Awards for September 25, 2022 at History in Toronto
"Shamier Anderson and Stephan James, Scarborough natives and co-founders of The Black Academy, alongside CBC, Insight Productions, and Bay Mills Studios today announced that the inaugural edition of The Black Academy’s award show, The Legacy Awards, will air on CBC and CBC Gem on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 8 p.m. (9 p.m. AT/9:30 p.m. NT). The live 90-minute telecast is the first major Canadian award show to celebrate and showcase Black talent and will be broadcast from Live Nation Canada’s newest entertainment venue HISTORY, in Toronto’s east end. The telecast will feature performances, award presentations, and tributes honouring both established and emerging Black Canadian talent. Information about the award categories, membership, the submission process, and additional details will be announced in the coming weeks." (From B.L.A.C.K website)
Excursions
"Join us on our 2nd Annual Caribbean Vibrations Real Estate Cruise from January 15-22, 2023, aboard the Celebrity Reflection, where we travel to The Bahamas, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel.
The Caribbean Vibrations Real Estate Cruise is a fantastic way to visit 4 Real Estate hotbeds quickly and efficiently. We will showcase properties for sale and investment opportunities on each island stop while learning about government protocols to live in the Caribbean.
An on-island visit includes; a mini island tour on the way to the property. Once on-site with our island partner, you will receive a VIP tour & treatment synonymous with Caribbean Vibrations. After the site visits, we will go to one of our favourite restaurants where you can speak further with developers, agents, government partners and other real estate professionals on the island." (From Caribbean Vibrations enewsletter)
The Caribbean Vibrations Real Estate Cruise is a fantastic way to visit 4 Real Estate hotbeds quickly and efficiently. We will showcase properties for sale and investment opportunities on each island stop while learning about government protocols to live in the Caribbean.
An on-island visit includes; a mini island tour on the way to the property. Once on-site with our island partner, you will receive a VIP tour & treatment synonymous with Caribbean Vibrations. After the site visits, we will go to one of our favourite restaurants where you can speak further with developers, agents, government partners and other real estate professionals on the island." (From Caribbean Vibrations enewsletter)
Films
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HER-STORY
"A shy high school student who blossomed into a genuine star at her community’s biggest event, Joella Crichton learned how to perform in front of crowds of thousands. In her community, she is a rock star of sorts. Carnival is a deeply important event, and its Queen is revered. Building on backstory from Joella’s childhood and family background, this film will give viewers an in-depth personal perspective into the building of a Queen. But it will also emphasize and celebrate the intricate details that go into preparing for the competition and building the elaborate costumes; the history of the competition and Carnival in Toronto; Black and Caribbean-Canadian identity; and the fact that Caribbean communities do not hold the same narrow and exclusive standards of beauty as Europe and North America do." (From Callowgrove Entertainment website)
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“The Water Walker”
Watch on Crave TV
"Seeing Red 6Nations, an Indigenous-owned media company based on Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, comes the film The Water Walker. 15 years old, Autumn Peltier has become a powerful advocate for clean drinking water in Indigenous communities around the world. THE WATER WALKER documents Peltier's powerful journey from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada to New York City as she prepares to speak in front of the United Nations with the hope of preserving the future of Indigenous communities for generations to come.
The film is narrated by Academy Award-nominated actor Graham Greene (Oneida, Six Nations of the Grand River Territory (Ontario).
The Water Walker is a relevant and timely documentary with international awareness growing about the water crisis that exists within First Nations communities." (From Seeing Red 6 Nations Press Release)
The film is narrated by Academy Award-nominated actor Graham Greene (Oneida, Six Nations of the Grand River Territory (Ontario).
The Water Walker is a relevant and timely documentary with international awareness growing about the water crisis that exists within First Nations communities." (From Seeing Red 6 Nations Press Release)
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HISTORY® AND HUNGRY EYES MEDIA
PRESENT A GROUNDBREAKING EXPLORATION OF CANADA’S BLACK HISTORY IN
BLK: AN ORIGIN STORY
"It's here! The BLK: An Origin Story Trailer! It's dynamic, full of facts, historically driven and ready for you to share with your social media networks, friends, family, colleagues etc.
It's time that Canada stand up and represent our history, which is
BLACK HISTORY!
The episode can be found on Global; you will have to sign in.
It's time that Canada stand up and represent our history, which is
BLACK HISTORY!
The episode can be found on Global; you will have to sign in.
Written and Directed by Jennifer Holness
Produced by Jennifer Holness
2021 | 101 minutes
"Subjects of Desire explores the cultural shift in North American beauty standards
towards embracing Black female aesthetics and features while exposing the deliberate
and often dangerous portrayals of Black women in the media. From society’s new fixation on the ‘booty’, fuller lips, the dramatic rise of spray tanned skin, ethnic hairstyles, and athletic bodies, some argue that Black women are having a beauty moment. But others, primarily Black women, argue that traditional Black features and attributes are seen as more desirable when they are on White women.
Told from the POV of women who aren’t afraid to challenge conventional beauty
standards, the film is partially set at the 50th Anniversary of the Miss Black America
Pageant, a beauty pageant that was created as a political protest. Subjects of Desire is a culturally significant, provocative film that challenges and ultimately deconstructs what we understand about race and the power behind beauty." (From Hungry Eyes Media website)
Produced by Jennifer Holness
2021 | 101 minutes
"Subjects of Desire explores the cultural shift in North American beauty standards
towards embracing Black female aesthetics and features while exposing the deliberate
and often dangerous portrayals of Black women in the media. From society’s new fixation on the ‘booty’, fuller lips, the dramatic rise of spray tanned skin, ethnic hairstyles, and athletic bodies, some argue that Black women are having a beauty moment. But others, primarily Black women, argue that traditional Black features and attributes are seen as more desirable when they are on White women.
Told from the POV of women who aren’t afraid to challenge conventional beauty
standards, the film is partially set at the 50th Anniversary of the Miss Black America
Pageant, a beauty pageant that was created as a political protest. Subjects of Desire is a culturally significant, provocative film that challenges and ultimately deconstructs what we understand about race and the power behind beauty." (From Hungry Eyes Media website)
PROJECTS ON THE SLATE
CARRIE BEST (Series) with writer Lawrence Hill and co-producer Vanessa Mitchell
Guided by an unwavering determination to never yield to injustice, Carrie Best travels a lonesome road in the fight for the civil rights of Black Canadians. Her incredible journey has shaped our nation, even if most of us don’t know it yet."
Guided by an unwavering determination to never yield to injustice, Carrie Best travels a lonesome road in the fight for the civil rights of Black Canadians. Her incredible journey has shaped our nation, even if most of us don’t know it yet."
40 ACRES (Feature) with writer/director R.T. Thorne
"Hailey Freeman and her family are the last descendants of African American slaves
who traveled the underground railroad and settled in rural Canada after the Civil War.
They survive in a post-apocalyptic future by pushing themselves to the limit of human
endurance and must make their last stand against a band of organized mercenaries,
intent on taking their 40 ACRES.
In development with Telefilm, Ontario Creates and HGF" (From Hungry Eyes Media website)
who traveled the underground railroad and settled in rural Canada after the Civil War.
They survive in a post-apocalyptic future by pushing themselves to the limit of human
endurance and must make their last stand against a band of organized mercenaries,
intent on taking their 40 ACRES.
In development with Telefilm, Ontario Creates and HGF" (From Hungry Eyes Media website)
Crave Original Documentary OSCAR PETERSON: BLACK + WHITE
"Following its recent World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Barry Avrich’s OSCAR PETERSON: BLACK + WHITE is available for streaming on Friday, Oct. 22. The Crave Original Documentary is a celebration of Montréal-born musician, Oscar Peterson, and charts his rise to prominence and legendary proficiency as a jazz pianist. The film is packed with musical moments and interviews with Peterson, as well as those he inspired and mentored, including Herbie Hancock, Billy Joel, Branford Marsalis, Measha Brueggergosman, Joe Sealy, Robi Botos, and Oscar® winner Jon Batiste." (From Channel Canada website)
Financial Resources
Fundraiser
Fanshawe Pioneer Village- Where the Past is Present
Black History Month: Artwork of Fugitive Slave Chapel mothers brings history to life
Grants
Are you a non-profit or charity organization with an anti-racism project or event that requires funding?
"Earlier this week, Canadian Race Relations Foundation launched the National Anti-Racism Fund. This $3M fund will be disbursed over two years to help charities and non-profit organizations working to eliminate racism across Canada.
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation seeks to support organizations to combat racism, promote events and education, and build a more anti-racist society. The CRRF's mission is to develop, share, and apply knowledge and expertise to contribute to the elimination of racism and all forms of racial discrimination in Canadian society.
For more information about the fund click here."
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation seeks to support organizations to combat racism, promote events and education, and build a more anti-racist society. The CRRF's mission is to develop, share, and apply knowledge and expertise to contribute to the elimination of racism and all forms of racial discrimination in Canadian society.
For more information about the fund click here."
Health
A free health clinic every Tuesday
A community meal program every Thursday
A community shower program for those in need Mondays to Fridays
Media
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- African Canadian Voice (AVC) - A program focusing on African Canadian culture and heritage
- Caribbean Vibrations TV - is a magazine style program, highlighting the best of the best in Caribbean entertainment, lifestyle & culture
- The Caribbean Camera - Many People, One Paper
Newsletters
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Underground Railroad Free Press - your source for news and views on today's Underground Railroad
Underground Railroad Free Press
News & views of the Underground Railroad
• Volume XVII, no. 96, July 2022
"Published bimonthly since 2006, we bring together organizations and people interested in the historical and the contemporary Underground Railroad. Free Press is the home of Lynx, the central registry of contemporary Underground Railroad organizations; Datebook, the community's event calendar; and the Free Press Prizes awarded annually for leadership, preservation and advancement of knowledge, the community's highest honors. Please visit urrfreepress.com for more." (From the Underground Railroad Free Press)
In this issue:
Free Press Speaks
"Underground Railroad Free Press publisher Peter Michael will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the Traditions Week of McDaniel College’s annual two-week Common Ground summer program. For nearly 30 years, Common Ground has promoted racial understanding through traditional music and arts. Mr. Michael will present an illustrated presentation on "The Underground Railroad: The War for the Soul of America" which may be viewed live at 8 PM on June 27 at youtube.com/c/commongroundonthehillofficial."
Free Press Speaks
"Underground Railroad Free Press publisher Peter Michael will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the Traditions Week of McDaniel College’s annual two-week Common Ground summer program. For nearly 30 years, Common Ground has promoted racial understanding through traditional music and arts. Mr. Michael will present an illustrated presentation on "The Underground Railroad: The War for the Soul of America" which may be viewed live at 8 PM on June 27 at youtube.com/c/commongroundonthehillofficial."
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"June is National Indigenous History Month. This June, we encourage both Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks to learn the history, sacrifices, cultures, contributions, and strengths of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people Across Canada. We ask you to reflect on the dark historical foundation that Canada was built on, on the current injustices that still take place today, and on your personal roles and responsibilities on this land we share. This is also a time to celebrate resilience, Indigenous identity, and increasing allyship. We welcome you to embark with us on this lifelong journey towards building relationships based on trust and accountability, and truth and reconciliation.
Learn more about National Indigenous History Month at https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/national-indigenous-history-month"
Learn more about National Indigenous History Month at https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/national-indigenous-history-month"
In this issue:
- We Are Growing
- Red Dress Day
- Happy Pride Month!
- "On The Land" Photography Installation
- Events and Workshops
- National Indigenous Peoples' Day
- Indigenous Collection at W Store
- Pow Wow Guide Ontario 2022
- New Social Media Channels
- Territorial Acknowledgement (From Indigenous Connections Newsletter/Spring 2022)
Non-Profits
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OUR MISSION
"Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation (HHJF) is a North America-based organization seeking to improve the lives of the next generation of children, young adults and their communities by creating a world-class education system through investment in infrastructure, health, wellness and leadership.
The motto of HHJF is 'Participate, Educate, Elevate' because we believe by providing the opportunity for an education, we can eliminate the barriers to a child's success." (From Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation website)
The motto of HHJF is 'Participate, Educate, Elevate' because we believe by providing the opportunity for an education, we can eliminate the barriers to a child's success." (From Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation website)
Passports
Podcasts
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DIVES INTO THE UNTOLD HISTORY OF THE TRANSATLANTIC SLAVE TRADE WITH NEW PODCAST, INTO THE DEPTHS
LAUNCHED JANUARY 27, 2022
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"National Geographic Explorer Tara Roberts Takes Us on a Personal Journey That Follows Black Scuba Divers Searching for Slave Shipwrecks Around the World... [in] a a powerful new podcast, INTO THE DEPTHS, on Jan. 27, 2022, that uncovers the deep history of the transatlantic slave trade.... The six-part podcast series,... follows Roberts from Florida to Costa Rica, and from the continent of Africa back to Roberts’ family home in Edenton, North Carolina, where the journey quickly turns personal for her." (From National Geographic website)
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"In The Black: Canada, was started by three Black Canadian women Nina Aning, Sonia Godding-Togobo, and Donna Paris who, through their work in media and education, have focused on the experience of being Black Canadian. Together they created two projects - The Web Chronicles (2015), and The Windsor Project (2017), which is now part of the permanent collection of the Art Gallery of Windsor. Though the collective is not currently active, they all continue the work of telling the stories of Black people." (From the In The Black: Canada website)
I Am Black History (ITBC)
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The I Am Black History podcast is a solo project by Donna Paris through InTheBlack:Canada website. Individuals who have stories to share can contact Donna through the website.
Slavery in Newfoundland and Labrador Episode 1: Who was W.H.?
"Unearthed: Slavery in Newfoundland and Labrador is a multipart radio documentary and digital series that examines connections of enslaved Black people in the province. It features Xaiver Michael Campbell and is produced by the CBC's Heather Barrett, who is host and producer of Weekend AM. New episodes air on Fridays on CrossTalk on CBC Radio 1 and will be available as podcasts. Listen below to the full documentary Who Was W.H.?" (From CBC website)
Recreation
Research Project
Resources
One Too Many The Enslavement of Africans in Early Ontario 1760 - 1834
Abolitionist Newspapers of the 1850s
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Scholarships
Black Student Scholarship Initiative
"The University of Windsor has established a $250,000 goal for the new Black Student Scholarship Initiative that will begin to support Black-identified students in Fall 2021.
To achieve this milestone, the University is committed to matching the first $125,000 raised in a campaign that will launch during Black History Month.
The Black Student Scholarship Initiative is an outstanding opportunity. Not only is this an excellent chance for current and prospective students to pursue any one of the 190 program options that UWindsor provides, but these funds could potentially serve as a resource for those bright young students with aspirations to explore graduate degrees at the University of Windsor.
Scholarships will be available to entering and continuing students in both graduate and undergraduate programs and will be chosen through a student awards committee.
The scholarship is part of the University’s commitment to addressing anti-Black racism to ensure that all members of our campus community can study, work, teach, research, and create in a healthy, safe, and supportive environment." (From the University of Windsor website)
To achieve this milestone, the University is committed to matching the first $125,000 raised in a campaign that will launch during Black History Month.
The Black Student Scholarship Initiative is an outstanding opportunity. Not only is this an excellent chance for current and prospective students to pursue any one of the 190 program options that UWindsor provides, but these funds could potentially serve as a resource for those bright young students with aspirations to explore graduate degrees at the University of Windsor.
Scholarships will be available to entering and continuing students in both graduate and undergraduate programs and will be chosen through a student awards committee.
The scholarship is part of the University’s commitment to addressing anti-Black racism to ensure that all members of our campus community can study, work, teach, research, and create in a healthy, safe, and supportive environment." (From the University of Windsor website)
Tepperman Family Commits to Graduate Scholarships for Indigenous Peoples
"A multi-year financial commitment by local family-owned furniture and appliance chain Tepperman’s will provide post-graduate scholarship opportunities to Indigenous Peoples looking to reach the highest levels of education, says Andrew Tepperman, third generation president of the 96- year-old company.
The Tepperman Family Graduate Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples will award two fully-funded scholarships annually – one each for qualifying students in Masters and PhD programs.
“We believe this program fills an important educational gap that will empower these graduate students to be better equipped to make a difference within their communities and Canada,” Tepperman said.
University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor Rob Gordon says systemic bias and lack of financial supports are among the many reasons Indigenous Peoples are not appropriately represented in academia.
“Students in graduate programs need financial support and personal encouragement to continue their educational path and eventually share their own expertise through teaching, research, and creative activity,” Dr. Gordon says.
“We are grateful to the Tepperman family for recognizing the importance of providing this support. We all benefit when the best and brightest among us have the opportunity to pursue their talents and abilities without barriers.”
The Teppermans’ commitment to academic opportunity has provided more than 700 students with post-secondary tuition funding since 1988. This latest community partnership aligns with the company’s corporate Vision 2025.
Tepperman notes that Canada is a country of immigrants living on the traditional land of Indigenous Peoples and says all Canadians must find ways to reflect on how they can acknowledge and begin to rectify historic injustice.
“There are many ways to support Truth and Reconciliation. Tepperman’s has chosen the path of higher learning.” (From the University of Windsor website)
The Tepperman Family Graduate Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples will award two fully-funded scholarships annually – one each for qualifying students in Masters and PhD programs.
“We believe this program fills an important educational gap that will empower these graduate students to be better equipped to make a difference within their communities and Canada,” Tepperman said.
University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor Rob Gordon says systemic bias and lack of financial supports are among the many reasons Indigenous Peoples are not appropriately represented in academia.
“Students in graduate programs need financial support and personal encouragement to continue their educational path and eventually share their own expertise through teaching, research, and creative activity,” Dr. Gordon says.
“We are grateful to the Tepperman family for recognizing the importance of providing this support. We all benefit when the best and brightest among us have the opportunity to pursue their talents and abilities without barriers.”
The Teppermans’ commitment to academic opportunity has provided more than 700 students with post-secondary tuition funding since 1988. This latest community partnership aligns with the company’s corporate Vision 2025.
Tepperman notes that Canada is a country of immigrants living on the traditional land of Indigenous Peoples and says all Canadians must find ways to reflect on how they can acknowledge and begin to rectify historic injustice.
“There are many ways to support Truth and Reconciliation. Tepperman’s has chosen the path of higher learning.” (From the University of Windsor website)
Seniors
Computer Training Courses for Seniors
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The Windsor West Indian Association will be offering Computer Training Courses for Seniors "starting in May 2022. These courses are free for Seniors (55yrs. +) who wish to learn how to fully utilize a computer while ensuring the protection of personal information.
We are inviting you to join us but we need to know what your needs are. If you do not currently have a laptop computer, one will be available for use. If you are a Senior and are interested in participating in WWIA’s computer training courses, please answer this short survey so that we can structure our classes to suit your needs." (From e-newsletter)
We are inviting you to join us but we need to know what your needs are. If you do not currently have a laptop computer, one will be available for use. If you are a Senior and are interested in participating in WWIA’s computer training courses, please answer this short survey so that we can structure our classes to suit your needs." (From e-newsletter)
Television
CBC and BET show The Porter
Stream full episodes, for free, on CBC Gem: https://watch.cbc.ca/
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IT'S BLACK CHRISTMAS TIME
Jen Holness is TVO's Ambassador for Black History Month!
"TVO also has a series of amazing Black films playing the entire month and yours truly has been asked to host the programming. This includes introducing the Toni Morrison doc – The Pieces That I Am, the wonderful Steve McQueen Small Axe series and a bunch more! So, check out TVO to catch my FIRE intros, some great films, and Subject of Desire, this weekend again! Yup, Black Christmas Time!"
"The Pieces I Am – Tuesday, February 8 at 9pm: Nobel Prize-winning writer Toni Morrison leads an assembly of her peers, critics and colleagues on an exploration of race, America, history and the human condition as seen through the prism of her own literature.
Small Axe Anthology – Starting Saturday, February 12, at 9 pm: TVO will be airing weekly episodes of this first television project from Academy Award and BAFTA winner Steve McQueen. The series of films is based on real-life experiences of London’s West Indian community. The dramas are written, directed & Executive Produced by Steve McQueen; supporting docs are Executive Produced by McQueen and will be introduced by Jennifer Holness."
Small Axe Anthology – Starting Saturday, February 12, at 9 pm: TVO will be airing weekly episodes of this first television project from Academy Award and BAFTA winner Steve McQueen. The series of films is based on real-life experiences of London’s West Indian community. The dramas are written, directed & Executive Produced by Steve McQueen; supporting docs are Executive Produced by McQueen and will be introduced by Jennifer Holness."
Catch more wonderful BLACK programming on TVO every Saturday until March 12, 2022
Also launching out of Hungry Eyes this month is
BLK: An Origin Story, a series that proclaims
Black history is Canadian history
"BLK: An Origin Story is a four part doc series that looks beyond the Underground Railroad to explore the Untold Stories of Black Canadians from the 1600s to the present. These four hours aim to show that Black History is Canadian History."
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Denham Jolly Interview Part 1 of 4
"Join us as we sit down in an exclusive one-on-one interview with Mr. Denham Jolly, an entrepreneur, community activist and the original owner of Flow 93.5FM. We discuss his life lessons and his thoughts on how to be a positive agent for change in the Black Community. This is Part One of a Four-Part Trailblazers in the Community Series featuring Mr. Jolly. We want to thank Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP for their support of…" (From Caribvibetv.com website to read more)
Black Men’s Health Challenge
"Caribbean Vibrations TV in association with Taibu Community Health Centre and the Ministry of Health for the Ontario Government presents The Black Men’s Health Challenge. We have frank discussions about health problems that are facing Black Men. Too many of our men are walking around with hypertension, diabetes and high blood pressure will affect our community and in many cases, the effects can be reversed." (From caribvibetv.com website)
Canfield Roots
Director: Graeme Bachiu
Genre: Lifestyle
"Efforts to protect an abandoned cemetery containing the graves of freedom seekers reveal stories and experiences of some of the Black families who settled in this part of rural southern Ontario."
Genre: Lifestyle
"Efforts to protect an abandoned cemetery containing the graves of freedom seekers reveal stories and experiences of some of the Black families who settled in this part of rural southern Ontario."
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Episodes
"Episode 1 You’d never know it but the sleepy hamlet of Canfield in Southern Ontario has an interesting history, one that’s been hidden from view for years. Bill Douglas lived in Canfield most of his life and even he’s surprised when local historians begin to reveal his family’s role in Canfield’s rich history of Black ancestry.
Episode 2 As Bill Douglas visits the BME Church Salem Chapel in St. Catharines to learn more about freedom seekers in Ontario his sister Betty Ann confronts her memories of Canfield. Outside the village an abandoned family cemetery containing the grave site of Harriet Tubman’s niece attracts the attention of local historians.
Episode 3 On a cloudless February night in 1953, former Canfield resident Harry Lee was hung for murder in Hamilton, the last man to to be executed at that city’s notorious Barton Jail. Seventy years later, former residents of Canfield reflects on the impact of Lee’s hanging on the village community while Betty Ann Newman grapples with the memory of the man she called Uncle Harry.
Episode 4 An estate sale in Houston, Texas leads a collector to research an artist with a connection to an abandoned family cemetery in Canfield. As more details rise to the surface, an ancestor of Harriet Tubman’s niece shares her family’s remarkable story and link to this cemetery as well.
Episode 5 Frustrated over delays, a group of residents and descendants meet to discuss what to do over an abandoned family cemetery in Canfield, the final resting place of freedom seekers who settled in Canada in the mid-1800s.
Episode 6 As descendants of freedom seekers gather at an abandoned family cemetery to mark Emancipation Day, they reflect on the struggles and successes of their ancestors. In Spokane, Washington Betty Ann Newman shares the stories and photos of her family in Canfield with her grandchildren." (From tv1 website)
Episode 2 As Bill Douglas visits the BME Church Salem Chapel in St. Catharines to learn more about freedom seekers in Ontario his sister Betty Ann confronts her memories of Canfield. Outside the village an abandoned family cemetery containing the grave site of Harriet Tubman’s niece attracts the attention of local historians.
Episode 3 On a cloudless February night in 1953, former Canfield resident Harry Lee was hung for murder in Hamilton, the last man to to be executed at that city’s notorious Barton Jail. Seventy years later, former residents of Canfield reflects on the impact of Lee’s hanging on the village community while Betty Ann Newman grapples with the memory of the man she called Uncle Harry.
Episode 4 An estate sale in Houston, Texas leads a collector to research an artist with a connection to an abandoned family cemetery in Canfield. As more details rise to the surface, an ancestor of Harriet Tubman’s niece shares her family’s remarkable story and link to this cemetery as well.
Episode 5 Frustrated over delays, a group of residents and descendants meet to discuss what to do over an abandoned family cemetery in Canfield, the final resting place of freedom seekers who settled in Canada in the mid-1800s.
Episode 6 As descendants of freedom seekers gather at an abandoned family cemetery to mark Emancipation Day, they reflect on the struggles and successes of their ancestors. In Spokane, Washington Betty Ann Newman shares the stories and photos of her family in Canfield with her grandchildren." (From tv1 website)
Beaded Corncob Virtual Workshop
Available Online Now
"Even though our facility is closed, our staff is still passionate about fulfilling our mandate above.The Corncob Keychain Workshop is one of our most popular Educational Craft Workshops that are offered to groups, schools and organizations when they tour our museum. It’s recommended for Grade 7 and up because of the sharp needle, but with an adult present we hope that many will be able to join us.
We hope to bring more Educational Workshops to you through our Zoom Classroom.
The Replay is available online.
We hope to bring more Educational Workshops to you through our Zoom Classroom.
The Replay is available online.
"The third installation of the Survivor Healing Series: Count It All Joy speaks to the transformative power of Black Joy. As we walk in the legacy of our ancestors—working to disrupt sexual violence in our homes and communities, as we deepen our healing journeys—we invite you to pause and consider the transformational power of joy as a tool within the movement to end sexual violence.
As you move through this book, you will find grounding activities, affirmations, and invitations to reflect. Most importantly, we honor you for investing in yourselves and your healing." (From Me Too website)
As you move through this book, you will find grounding activities, affirmations, and invitations to reflect. Most importantly, we honor you for investing in yourselves and your healing." (From Me Too website)
Yoga
Check out Oya Heart Warrior's YouTube Channel
Sunday, September 18, 2022 11:00 AM (UK)
Black Body Yoga Joy - Day Retreat for all Black People of African Descent
Black Body Yoga Joy - Day Retreat for all Black People of African Descent
Thursday, 17 November 2022 18:00
5 Day Unapologetically Black Yoga Retreat & Beach Break in Sunny Tenerife
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Tenerife
5 Day Unapologetically Black Yoga Retreat & Beach Break in Sunny Tenerife
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Tenerife
Past Black History Events
February 2022
"Explore Early Black History in St. Catharines through the eyes of Freedom Seekers and members of the Black community during the era of the Underground Railroad and beyond. Designed for people of all ages, this virtual program incorporates videos, activities, as well as images and other materials from the Museum Collection."
The Agenda with Steve Paikin on Tuesday February 16, 2021
The Agenda with Steve Paikin discussed a documentary by Hungry Eyes Media "Speakers For The Dead" produced by Jennifer Holness and her husband Sudz Sutherland made in 2001.
Elise Harding-Davis will also be a quest on The Agenda. Elise is the recipient of the Town of Essex 2021 Heritage Preservation Award for her long-time dedication to heritage preservation of Essex County's African Canadian Cemetery Sites (14 to date), seeking an obtaining heritage status from municipal, provincial and federal governments and the promotion and preservation of Black History." Ontario's Hidden Black History
Elise Harding-Davis will also be a quest on The Agenda. Elise is the recipient of the Town of Essex 2021 Heritage Preservation Award for her long-time dedication to heritage preservation of Essex County's African Canadian Cemetery Sites (14 to date), seeking an obtaining heritage status from municipal, provincial and federal governments and the promotion and preservation of Black History." Ontario's Hidden Black History
"This documentary reveals some of the hidden history of Blacks in Canada. In the 1930s in rural Ontario, a farmer buried the tombstones of a Black cemetery to make way for a potato patch. In the 1980s, descendants of the original settlers, Black and White, came together to restore the cemetery, but there were hidden truths no one wanted to discuss. Deep racial wounds were opened. Scenes of the cemetery excavation, interviews with residents and re-enactments—including one of a baseball game where a broken headstone is used for home plate—add to the film's emotional intensity.
Note: This film deals with mature subject matter." (From the National Film Board of Canada website)
Note: This film deals with mature subject matter." (From the National Film Board of Canada website)
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The Ontario Black History Society (OBHS) is a registered Canadian charity, dedicated to the study, preservation and promotion of Black History and heritage.
- BlackedOutHistory Interview on Global News with Natasha Henry
- Interview on Breakfast Television with Mawuli Chai (From Ontario Black History Society website)
#BlackedOutHistory
"In Canada, history is only ever taught one way.
To prove this, we blacked out all of the non-Black history from a 255-page history textbook.
Only 13 pages remained. To demand change, use #BlackedOutHistory."
(From Ontario Black History Society website)
To prove this, we blacked out all of the non-Black history from a 255-page history textbook.
Only 13 pages remained. To demand change, use #BlackedOutHistory."
(From Ontario Black History Society website)
2021 Black History Month Kick-Off
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177 King Street East
Inside the WISH Centre
Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Call (519) 352-3565
Inside the WISH Centre
Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Call (519) 352-3565
The Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society, a Non-Profit Organization, is dedicated to the discovery, research, and preservation of the Black history found in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent and the city of Chatham.
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The purpose of the Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) is to preserve the historical significance of the former Guelph British Methodist Episcopal (BME) Church building by creating a cultural, historical and social centre within Guelph and Wellington County
Fourth Friday at the Guelph Civic Museum
"Featuring a musical performance by Aisha Barrow. Lifeandthetribe is the new R&b and Pop project from singer/songwriter Aisha Barrow. Drawing from diverse influences Lifeandthetribe has a bold, fresh, and new sound that that can be best described as an amalgamation of Jazz, R&B, and Pop. After the successful release of their debut EP, Eye-sha: Extended, Lifeandthetribe is currently in process of recording their first full length album, slated for release in 2021."
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2410 Central Ave, Windsor, ON N8W 4J3
(519) 945-0213
(519) 945-0213
WINDSOR WEST INDIAN ASSOCIATION
To provoke brotherhood, morals, social, cultural and educational well-being of all people of the West Indies to enhance and foster good relationship between people of the West Indies and the wider community.
To provoke brotherhood, morals, social, cultural and educational well-being of all people of the West Indies to enhance and foster good relationship between people of the West Indies and the wider community.
Past Emancipation Day Events
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160th Annual Emancipation Festival
July 29 - 31, 2022
"August 1, 2022 will be the second Emancipation Day since Bill M-36 was unanimously passed in the House of Commons to officially recognize this significant day across Canada.
The Emancipation Festival originally called the Emancipation Day Picnic commemorates the British Commonwealth Emancipation Act of August 1, 1834. Since 1862, descendants of those who escaped slavery and found freedom and peace in Canada, gathering in Owen Sound`s beautiful Harrison Park and other places such as the Grey Roots Museum and Archives over the Civic holiday weekend. This is a time for fellowship and reflection with family and community, to share memories, and keep the picnic and other traditions alive for future generations." (From Emancipation Festival website)
The Emancipation Festival originally called the Emancipation Day Picnic commemorates the British Commonwealth Emancipation Act of August 1, 1834. Since 1862, descendants of those who escaped slavery and found freedom and peace in Canada, gathering in Owen Sound`s beautiful Harrison Park and other places such as the Grey Roots Museum and Archives over the Civic holiday weekend. This is a time for fellowship and reflection with family and community, to share memories, and keep the picnic and other traditions alive for future generations." (From Emancipation Festival website)
Past Lectures
A Conversation About Woodstock Wainer Family History
"Join Wainer and Cuffe descendant George Wortham and historian Mary Beth Start for a geographically wide-ranging conversation about the Wainer family and their connections to New York State and Upper Canada. The Wainer family became closely intertwined with Paul Cuffe and his family through marriage, business partnerships and property ownership. The Wainers helped Paul Cuffe build his connections with the Native American community. The Wainer farm is located on Drift Road, Westport. This conversation will focus on Wainer family members who, in the early 1800s, moved to New York State and further afield to Ontario, Canada.
George Hugh Wortham Jr. has collected Wainer family stories, copies of deeds, cemetery locations, family member names, and relationships to pass on to the next generation. George was born and raised in New Bedford and is a Wainer and Cuffe descendant. George moved to Syracuse to start his long sales career and found himself living 30 miles east of his 3rd great-granduncle, Gardner Wainer, and 30 miles west of his 3rd great-grandfather Michael (Micah) Wainer Jr.
Mary Beth Start will contribute information on the families of Thomas and Gardner Wainer focusing on the period following their move to Upper Canada in the late 1820s and early 1830s. She will explore the primary source material available and some of the details that these documents reveal of the Wainers’ experiences in Upper Canada. She will also provide some information on the known descendants of Thomas and Gardner Wainer after 1850.
Mary Beth Start is from Woodstock, Ontario, Canada. Her interest in local history and the Wainer family began as curator of the Norwich and District Historical Society. This interest continued into her graduate studies at the University of Western Ontario where her research focused on the construction of local historical narrative in a rural Canadian Quaker community. She now farms with her family in the Township of Norwich." (From the Westport Historical Society website)
George Hugh Wortham Jr. has collected Wainer family stories, copies of deeds, cemetery locations, family member names, and relationships to pass on to the next generation. George was born and raised in New Bedford and is a Wainer and Cuffe descendant. George moved to Syracuse to start his long sales career and found himself living 30 miles east of his 3rd great-granduncle, Gardner Wainer, and 30 miles west of his 3rd great-grandfather Michael (Micah) Wainer Jr.
Mary Beth Start will contribute information on the families of Thomas and Gardner Wainer focusing on the period following their move to Upper Canada in the late 1820s and early 1830s. She will explore the primary source material available and some of the details that these documents reveal of the Wainers’ experiences in Upper Canada. She will also provide some information on the known descendants of Thomas and Gardner Wainer after 1850.
Mary Beth Start is from Woodstock, Ontario, Canada. Her interest in local history and the Wainer family began as curator of the Norwich and District Historical Society. This interest continued into her graduate studies at the University of Western Ontario where her research focused on the construction of local historical narrative in a rural Canadian Quaker community. She now farms with her family in the Township of Norwich." (From the Westport Historical Society website)
Tribute piece for Wilma Morrison
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PROJECT OVERVIEW:
"The City of Niagara Falls Recreation and Culture Department invites Canadian Black Artists or Black Art Collectives working in any medium to submit one final design concept for a temporary 2D artwork to be digitally reproduced (printed) and installed on the exterior of the Niagara Falls Exchange. This project will commemorate the distinguished and passionate achievements of Wilma Leone Morrison in preserving the history and positive roles the Black Canadians played in Niagara Falls and beyond. The successful artist will receive $5000 plus HST if applicable." (From Niagara Falls Canada website)
Quote: “If the only time you think of me as a scientist is during Black History Month, then I must not be doing my job as a scientist.” ~ Neil deGrasse Tyson ~
(American astrophysicist, planetary scientist, author & science communicator)
(American astrophysicist, planetary scientist, author & science communicator)
