Events & Resources for Black History Month
February is Black History Month — a time to learn about, honour and celebrate the legacy of Black Canadians. The theme for Black History Month 2022 is February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day.
Check below for a list of scheduled events happening this month.
Please note that these events will continue to be updated as more information is made available.
5 Artists 1 Love
January 29 to April 23, 2022
5 Artists 1 Love art exhibition is an annual Black History Month event showcasing the artistic vibrancy and range of Edmonton’s African-Canadian communities, from Angola to Zanzibar, Tobago to Togo, and Barbados to Brazil! It promotes emerging and established artists, social & cultural awareness and celebrates Black excellence.
Hosted by 5 Artists 1 Love and the Art Gallery of Alberta | EVENT DETAILS
Tracking Black Canada – Trailblazers Edition
February 1, 2022 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
This presentation takes participants around the country while focusing on the often-forgotten histories of early Black communities in Canada. Part of Black History Month 2022.
Hosted by MacEwan University | EVENT DETAILS
Black Futures: Creating While Black
February 2, 2022 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join us for Forum #1 of the 2022 Interdisciplinary Dialogue Project. Rochelle Ignacio (Black Owned Market), Alain Intwali (Black Owned Market) and Bobby Tyndale (Version Me Media) explore the complexity of creating while Black.
Hosted by MacEwan University | EVENT DETAILS
An Evening with: Lawrence Hill
February 2, 2022 | 7:00 p.m.
In a talk about his new novel Beatrice and Croc Harry, Lawrence Hill will discuss writing for both children and adults, the formation of racial identity, the artistic challenges he faced in using humour to explore sensitive subjects, and the joys of playing with language and inventing words for readers of all ages. He will draw parallels between Beatrice and Croc Harry and his well – known novel The Book of Negroes, and will mention his own experiences with censorship and with the title change of his earlier novel. This event will be moderated by Natasha Deen.
Hosted by Edmonton Public Library and Calgary Public Library | EVENT DETAILS
Natural Hair Care 101: Caregivers and Parents
February 3, 2022 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
This multi-part workshop provides tools and resources for caregivers and parents to care for their children’s hair. Special attention is dedicated to supporting Non-Black parents who have biracial or adopted children with textured hair.
Hosted by Edmonton Public Library | EVENT DETAILS
Journey to Justice: Exploring the History of Anti-Black Racism in Canada
February 3, 2022 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join a panel of Black Canadian SAIT students and staff as they unpack the short documentary, Journey to Justice. The film — which can be streamed online ahead of time — narrates the experiences of six Black Canadians who fought against racism, segregation and inequality at all levels.
The panel will pay tribute to the work of these heroes and discuss the relevance of the events in the documentary to the experiences of Black people in present-day Canada. Panelists will highlight ways everyone can contribute to fostering a more equitable society for Black people in our city and beyond.
Hosted by SAIT | EVENT DETAILS
Black Futures Market: A Black History Month Celebration of Artisans
February 5 and 6, 2022 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Nurture your inner art connoisseur while celebrating Black artisans, this Black History Month at the Black Futures Market. This two-day market features over 15 Black-owned businesses and services.
Hosted by Black-Owned Market Edmonton (BOM YEG) | EVENT DETAILS
Conversation Café: Uniting our Differences with Simone Saunders and Odion Welch
February 13, 2022 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join Africa Centre for this webinar catered towards Black youth to discuss the importance of community and how unity can affect our mental health.
Hosted by Africa Centre | EVENT DETAILS
David Shepherd – Learning to Be Black: Discovering an Identity I Didn’t Know I Had
February 15, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
“I grew up not really thinking of myself as Black. I had no Black friends and no connections with Black communities.” – David Shepherd. Join MLA David Shepherd as he talks about his journey and exploration of Black history and communities in Alberta. Part of Black History Month 2022.
Hosted by MacEwan University | EVENT DETAILS
I am Not Your Negro: James Baldwin, Raoul Peck, and Race in America
February 16, 2022 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Please join the History and Classics Club for a documentary film viewing and discussion, co-sponsored with the Office of Human Rights, Diversity, and Equity in honour of Black History Month 2022.
Hosted by MacEwan University | EVENT DETAILS
Celebrating the Black Community in Alberta for Black History Month
February 23, 2022 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join the next session in Challenging Discrimination through Community Conversations to learn about the significance of Black History Month and to celebrate achievements from the Black community in our province. Black Canadians have a long and rich history in Alberta and Canada which has not always been widely known. We discuss why antiracism continues to matter in all aspects of our lives to help create understanding and solidarity in our community.
Hosted by Centre for Race and Culture | EVENT DETAILS
