A time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Mississauga and beyond, listen to their stories and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian society.
Local government | February 3, 2025
Black History Month provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Mississauga and beyond, listen to their stories and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian society.
Throughout the month of February, the City of Mississauga, in partnership with the Black Caucus Alliance, will continue to commemorate Mississauga’s Black community through a variety of programs and events.
All are encouraged to visit the Black History Month webpage, which highlights a variety of learning opportunities and engagement activities designed to deepen the understanding of this important month, some of which include:
The third annual Celebrating Black Excellence event will take place on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mississauga City Hall. The event will include performances, keynote speakers and an awards ceremony. If you know someone deserving of a Black Excellence Award, please take a moment to submit a nomination – which will be accepted until Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
The community is invited to take part in the conversation and more importantly, learn and develop a deeper understanding of the history of people of African descent in Canada and Mississauga. For more information, visit the webpage.
Discover more about the actions the City is taking to engage Black community members in decision-making processes, ensuring that programs and services are equitable and inclusive for all residents.
“Together as a City, we aim to create a more inclusive society and bring about positive change, one step at a time. With the ongoing support from fellow organizations and our partners from the Black Caucus Alliance, we are building a vibrant future and remain committed to implementing the recommendations from the Black Community Engagement Report.” – Mayor Carolyn Parrish
“We are proud to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Mississauga’s Black community, as we continue to deepen our partnership with the City of Mississauga. Together, we are committed to advancing equity and confronting anti-Black racism. This month, we honour the achievements, culture, and history of the Black community, while raising awareness of ongoing injustices.” – Shelly Scott-England, Chair of the Black Caucus Alliance
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