January Recap: Celebrating Black History Month with Event and Opportunities
Happy Black History Month!
For the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC), Black History Month is a time to honour and celebrate the achievements, contributions, and culture of Black communities across Canada. This February, organizations nationwide are hosting incredible events that bring people together to learn, connect, and commemorate Black excellence. Whether you’re looking for networking opportunities, cultural experiences, or educational discussions, there’s something for everyone.??
PluggedIn: A Must-Attend Event for Black Entrepreneurs
We’re excited to share PluggedIn, a networking event for Black founders, entrepreneurs, and creators, is happening this Saturday, February 8, at Bayview Yards in Ottawa. Hosted by Nina Barango,?BEP?alumni and Black Builder Network member, who is also part of the FBC team. Expect insightful conversations, practical workshops, and a pitch competition with up to $6,500 in funding on the table.?
As a proud supporter of Black-led entrepreneurship, FBC is offering a 20% discount on tickets for our newsletter subscribers with the code PLUGGEDIN-FBC.?Visit our site to learn more about Nina and how she's making waves in the Black entrepreneurship community.
Next on the Calendar: Get Ready to Join?
Calling all Black professionals and allies looking to make a difference in their community and workplace. Join us on February 26th to learn Canadian Black history with historian Rito Joseph. Rito will lead a masterclass on how Black Canadians have shaped Canada and how we can work together to impact change and build community!
Date: February 26th
Time: 6:30pm EST
Location: Zoom
Appel à tous les professionnels noirs et alliés souhaitant faire une différence dans leur communauté et leur milieu de travail. Rejoignez-nous le 26 février pour découvrir l’histoire des Noirs au Canada avec l’historien Rito Joseph. Rito animera une masterclass sur l’impact des Canadiens noirs dans l’histoire du Canada et sur les moyens de travailler ensemble pour apporter des changements et renforcer la communauté!
Funding Opportunities for Community Initiatives
Looking for funding opportunities to support your organization, workforce initiatives, or community projects? Whether you need resources to train employees, enhance community spaces, or launch youth-led initiatives, these upcoming grants can help bring your vision to life. Check out these funding opportunities to fuel your next big idea.
Test Your Knowledge??
Games |Trivia Section
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Q1.?In which year did Black History Month first become officially recognized in Canada??
a) 1978?
b) 1988?
c) 1995?
d) 2002
Q2.?In what year did Nova Scotia officially apologize for the destruction of Africville?
a) 1995?
b) 2005?
c) 2010?
d) 2015
Q3.?Which Black Canadian civil rights activist challenged racial segregation at a movie theater in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia in 1946?
a) Carrie Best?
b) Viola Desmond?
c) Dorothy Wills?
d) Mary Ann Shadd
Games |?Guess that Flag?Section
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