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SUMMARY:Black History Month 2026 Calendar
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month 2026\nTheme: Empowered Voices\, Endless Possibilities: 200 years of Living History  \n  \n\n\n\n\nDate\nEvent Title\nEvent Time\nProgram Description\nLocation & Address\nRegistration & Tickets\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, Jan 30\nBlack Celebration Night for Primary Trust\n8pm performance\, post-show reception\n\nReception & artist talk after the show.  \n\n \n\nGrand Theatre\, 471 Richmond St  \n\n \n\n$29.95 community priced tickets available from Jan 20-30. Promo code: COMMUNITYMAITAI  \n\n \n\n\nTuesday\, Feb 3\nLondon Chamber of Commerce Black History Month Event\nTBD\n\nFor more event details visit www.business.londonchamber.com/events  \n\n \n\nTBD  \n\n \n\nDrop in  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 7\nBlack History Month Opening Celebration\n1-4pm\n\nWe look forward to you joining us for the annual Black History Month Opening Celebration. View\, learn and network with various cultural groups and service providers while enjoying delicious food. Keynote speaker Dr. Nicole Kaniki. Tap Dance Duo Nadine Phillip and Andrea Levi\, Milec Joshua Williams\, Ibukun Kolapo\, Aqil Melchoir and the Black Graduation Coach Kaitlyn St. Rose. Musical guest Helen Hibbert.  \n\n \n\nMuseum London\, 421 Ridout St.\, N.  \n\n \n\nFree.  \n\n \n\n\nThursday\, Feb 12\nEmpowered Voices\, Bold Leadership: Building Community Impact Together\n4-6pm\n\nA Joint Black History Month Event by Pillar Nonprofit Network & London Black Heritage Council. Discussion will focus on leadership pathways\, volunteering\, board development\, membership access\, and community connection.  \n\n \n\nInnovation Works\, 201 King St\, London ON  \n\n \n\nRegistration info TBD. Visit www.pillarnonprofit.ca/events for more information  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 14\nFamily Celebration\n10am-1pm\n\nJoin us for a celebration of Black history and culture through stories\, music\, art and more! Enjoy live performances and light refreshments. Presented by the London Black Heritage Council in partnership with London Public Library\, London Police Services and the City of London.  \n\n \n\nLibrary Commons\, Central Library\, 251 Dundas St  \n\n \n\nFree. All are welcome.  \n\n \n\n\nTuesday\, Feb 17\nLondon Chamber of Commerce – Business After 5\n8-9:45am\n\nBlack businesses are encouraged to participate. For more information\, visit www.business.londonchamber.com/events/details/2026-february-business-after-5-1641  \n\n \n\n244 Pall Mall Street\, London\, ON N6A 5P6  \n\n \n\nFree to members. $25.00 per person for future members. $185.00 for exhibitor table.  \n\n \n\n\nWednesday\, Feb 18\nLewis Coray Trailblazer Award Ceremony\nTBD\n\nAll community members are invited to attend this important evening to honour the legacy and memory of Sgt. Lewis Coray\, the first Black officer hired by the London Police Service. The annual Trailblazer Award continues to celebrate his contribution to policing and to the London community.  \n\n \n\nDouble Tree by Hilton\, 300 King St.  \n\n \n\nTicket cost TBD. Visit www.londonpolice.ca/community/youth-programs/lewis-coray-trailblazer-award for more information  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 21\nAfrican Festival\n5pm\n\nEthnocultural festival  \n\n \n\nTBD  \n\n \n\nTBD  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 21\n14th Annual Heritage Fair & London’s Bicentennial “Honouring the Past Celebrating the Present: Here’s to 200 More”\n10am-3pm\n\nVisit the London Heritage Council’s table at the Annual Heritage Fair. Celebrate\, explore and reconnect with London’s rich history and heritage. In partnership with The London Heritage Council and the City of London Culture Services Division.  \n\n \n\nLibrary Commons\, Central Library\, 251 Dundas St  \n\n \n\nFree. All are welcome.  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 21\nWe’ve Come This Far By Faith\n3pm-5:30pm\n\nMusic by London Kids Community Gospel Choir\, Clairmont Humphrey & Kevin Hane. With Guest Speakers Pastor Sandie Thomas & Pastor Steve Green. Event Sponsored by the Deanery of London.  \n\n \n\nHoly Trinity Anglican Church\, 189 Main St. Lucan  \n\n \n\nFree. All are welcome.  \n\n \n\n\nSaturday\, Feb 28\nBlack History Month 2026 Closing Ceremony\n1-4:30pm\n\nJoin us for the grand finale of Black History Month\, hosted by the London Black Heritage Council and London Public Library. This event will be a vibrant celebration of Black culture and talent\, showcasing an array of performances by Black artists across multiple genres\, including dance\, spoken word\, singing and more. Following the performances\, enjoy a reception featuring delicious cuisine from a local Black-owned restaurant. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of Black heritage and community as we close out Black History Month in style!  \n\n \n\nWolf Performance Hall\, Central Library\, 251 Dundas St  \n\n \n\nwww.lpl.ca/events/black-history-month-2026-closing-ceremony  \n\n \n\n\n\n\nSave The Date\n\n\n\nDate\nEvent Title\nEvent Time\nProgram Description\nLocation & Address\nRegistration & Tickets\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, Mar 8\nEssence & Culture Awards\n3:30-7:30pm\n\nCocktails 3:30-4:30pm. Awards ceremony 4:30-7:30pm  \n\n \n\nWolf Performance Hall\, Central Library\, 251 Dundas St  \n\n \n\nTicket information TBD. Visit lpl.ca/whats-on for more information  \n\n \n\n\n\nCommunity Partners & Sponsors: London Public Library\, Museum London\, London Heritage Council\, Innovation Works\, Chamber of Commerce\, CCFL\, Boréal\, Grand Theatre\, Luso\, Pillar Nonprofit Network\, Providence .
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SUMMARY:Black History Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Western acknowledges and celebrates Black History Month 2026\, encouraging the campus and London community to listen\, learn and participate in events. \nThis year\, the theme for Black History Month is Black Joy\, Glory and Reclamation. This theme invites us to celebrate moments of Black joy\, recognize the glory of Black excellence and reclaim narratives that affirm Black identity. Reflect on how Black communities have shaped history and continue to advocate for a future rooted in equity\, justice and belonging. \nAt Western\, we’re directly collaborating with students and the community\, ensuring Black stories\, experiences and legacies are centred in our programming. \nThe Office of Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to host events throughout February. Join us as we honour the vibrancy\, achievements and resilience of the Black community at Western! \nSee full event details
URL:https://londonblackheritagecouncil.ca/event/black-history-month-2026/
CATEGORIES:Black History Month 2026
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SUMMARY:Empowered Voices\, Bold Leadership: Building Community Impact Together
DESCRIPTION:Join Pillar Nonprofit Network and the London Black Heritage Council (LBHC) for a Black History Month event focused on Black voices\, leadership pathways\, and community impact. This event brings together community leaders\, nonprofit executives\, grassroots organizers\, and corporate partners to explore how leadership\, volunteerism\, and system navigation create meaningful change – and how Black voices must be centered in shaping our community’s future. \nDate of Event: Thursday\, February 12\, 2026 \nEvent Venue: Innovation Works London\, 201 King Street\, London\, ON \nTime: 4:00-6:00 PM \nCost: Free to attend (please register in advance) \nEvent Agenda\n4:00 – 4:10 PM – Registration & Networking \n4:10 – 4:30 PM – Welcome & Opening Reflections \n\nMaureen Cassidy\, CEO\, Pillar Nonprofit Network & Carl Cadogan\, Chair\, London Black History Coordinating Committee\nBlack History Month framing and why Black leadership and volunteerism matter now.\n\n4:30 – 5:00 PM – Panel: Fireside Chat: “Black Voices\, Bold Leadership”\nFacilitated by Carl Cadogan\, Chair\, London Black History Coordinating Committee \nPanelists: \n\nBrock Childerhose\, Insurance Agent\, The Co-operators & Board Director\, London Black History Coordinating Committee\nNicola Memo\, Executive Director\, Family Service Thames Valley\nRosina Ferede\, Administration Manager & Project Lead\, Black Youth Connect\n\nA candid conversation on leadership journeys\, community involvement\, corporate-community collaboration\, and the future of Black leadership in London. \n5:00 – 5:15 PM – Spotlight: Leadership Pathways & System Supports\nPresented by Maureen Cassidy\, CEO\, Pillar Nonprofit Network\nHow Pillar supports leadership at every level – from board discovery and governance training to executive support and system navigation. \n5:15 – 5:45 PM – MyLondon App: Community Connection & Belonging\nPresented by Christine Wilton\, Director\, Workforce Development\, London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)\nAn interactive presentation and discussion on how the MyLondon App supports newcomers\, connection\, and civic engagement – and how it can better reflect Black voices and leadership. \n5:45 – 6:00 PM – Closing Remarks & Call to Action \nAbout The Panelists\nCarl Cadogan has a long history of community involvement and volunteering; he has served on numerous boards\, committees\, and task forces\, including the Premier’s Council on the Voluntary Sector\, and the Provincial Work Group on Gaming (that redesigned the Ontario Trillium Foundation). He is currently on a number of local\, national and international boards including The Grand Theatre\, Urban Roots London and the London Black Heritage Council. Carl has held senior and executive roles in the not-for-profit sector and is currently the Senior Regional Manager\, Southwestern Ontario for the Kidney Foundation of Canada. He lives in London with his wife Cynthia and in his spare time\, loves to travel\, and has been to every province and one territory and to thirty US states\, and sixteen African countries. He is an avid cyclist\, reader\, and kite flyer. \nWith over 20 years of experience in the social services sector\, Nicola Memo\, is a respected leader and practitioner specializing in trauma\, addictions\, mental health\, cultural issues\, and intersectionality. A social worker by profession\, she has served the London community since 2004 in a variety of roles\, supporting diverse\, marginalized\, and multicultural populations through a trauma- and violence-informed\, gender-responsive lens. Nicola has extensive experience working in Mental health and addictions and alongside women who have experienced violence and is a strong advocate for the safety and well- being of women and children. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Family Service Thames Valley\, where she leads an organization providing community counselling services—including violence against women counselling—and case management support for individuals with developmental disabilities. \nBrock Childerhose\, B. Bus. Adm. is a financial advisor and community leader with over 13 years of experience helping individuals\, families\, and small business owners build financial confidence and long-term security. He is the agency owner and advisor of a local Cooperators branch here in London\, where he also leads and mentors a growing advisory team. Early in his career\, Brock spent nearly a decade in the grocery retail industry in progressive leadership roles\, gaining hands-on experience leading teams\, managing operations\, and serving diverse communities — a foundation that continues to shape his people-first leadership style. Brock is deeply committed to community building and inclusive leadership. He serves as an Elder at Oakridge Presbyterian Church\, co-founded the church’s African and Diaspora Ministry\, and is a co-founder of the Black Leadership Development Group\, focused on mentoring and empowering emerging Black leaders. \nRosina Ferede is glad to be part of a team that fosters community and facilitates a space specific to Black youth in London through Black Youth Connect. This is especially true due to the lack of access to mentorship and resources she and many others felt during a transitional period in high school. Over the past few years working for BYC Rosina has seen how community engagement and cultivating leadership has made a difference in the lives of Black youth. Having graduated from York University and Humber College for Theatre\, Rosina is an artist who is used to collaboration and creation\, which she is able to use in the different capacities she works in. \nLocation & Parking\nInnovation Works London\n201 King Street\, London\, ON \nParking: Two hours of free street parking with the Honk Mobile App using promo code CORE \nRegister\nPlease register in advance to attend this free session. REGISTER NOW \nThis event is made possible through the generous sponsorship of RBC
URL:https://londonblackheritagecouncil.ca/event/empowered-voices-bold-leadership-building-community-impact-together/
LOCATION:Innovation Works London\, 201 King Street\, London\, ON\, 201 King Street\,\, London\, Ontario\, N6A 1C9\, Canada
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