Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow, on behalf of Toronto City Council, has officially proclaimed Black Mental Health Week in Toronto from today until Sunday, March 9. This year’s theme of “Joy as Resistance” highlights the transformative power of joy and resilience in combatting the systemic impacts of anti-Black racism. Joy will be observed as a celebration of identity, community and …
Toronto – Throughout Black History Month, Torontonians are encouraged to experience and discover how Toronto has influenced hip hop across the world through an exhibition, panel discussion and other planned events. Mayor Olivia Chow proclaimed February as Black History Month, launching the City of Toronto’s annual celebration of Black Canadians’ heritage, traditions and culture. Toronto was the first Canadian municipality …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Black communities by putting forward transformational investments and initiatives that empower people of African descent, combat anti-Black racism, and address longstanding and systemic barriers to their social and economic inclusion. The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, welcomed a second International Decade for People of African …
Mayor Olivia Chow announced Toronto For All Day and launched the newest campaign to engage residents to end all forms of discrimination and help make Toronto a more inclusive city. The Toronto For All message for 2024 focuses on allyship, including practical suggestions for ways Torontonians can be more inclusive in their daily lives. The public education campaign is a …
Ottawa – This week is Black Mental Health Week, a time to amplify Black voices and bring awareness to the impact of anti-Black racism on the mental health of Black communities. Black people living in Canada continue to experience significant social and economic inequities that have negative impacts on their health. In particular, anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination are key …
Toronto – Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park), Chair of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee, Councillor Shelley Carroll (Don Valley North), Chair of the Economic and Community Development Committee and Councillor Ausma Malik (Spadina-Fort York) will be joined by Aasiyah Khan from the National Council of Canadian Muslims to unveil the newest Toronto For All campaign. In its 13th year, …
