2026 Lewis Coray Connections Event
The Lewis Coray Connections Event returns for its second year, bringing together Black youth and young adults with Black professionals from London and the surrounding area for a day of career exploration, networking, leadership development, and community connection.
Participants will have the opportunity to hear from Black professionals, explore different career pathways, build connections, and participate in interactive workshops.
Event Details
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Labatt Hall, King’s University College
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Registration is required.
Who Can Attend?
This event is open to:
- High school students attending with a teacher/staff supervisor
- University and college students and other young adults ages 18-24
Please note that this event is only open to participants within the age groups listed above.
Registration
High School Students do not register individually. Students must attend as a part of a school group and be registered by a teacher or staff supervisor form their school.
University/College Students & Young Adults Ages 18-24 may register individually.
Registration closes October 14, 2026
What to Expect
The day will include a panel discussion featuring Black professionals and three workshop rotations:
- Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Financial Literacy
- Networking with Black Professionals
The networking session will give participants the opportunity to connect directly with Black professionals representing a variety of industries, professions, and career pathways.
Lewis Coray connections is designed to create a space where Black youth and young adults can see themselves represented across different professions, learn about opportunities available to them, build their networks, and strengthen connections within the community.