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This is a great step forward towards #inclusion. Now in schoolrooms and eventually in boardrooms. With #Ontario mandating Black History Learning in schools' curriculum, let's hope that all provinces will follow. The history of Black people in Canada is integral to Canadian history. Including the history of all peoples in the teaching of Canadian history, builds an understanding and appreciation of the diverse races and cultures, gives visible minorities pride and confidence in who they are and reinforces the collective identity of all of us as Canadians. #diversityandinclusion #leadership

At CBSC, inclusivity is our goal, and we continually expand our understanding through unlearning and (re)learning. In celebration of Black History Month in Canada, we aim to share knowledge and honour the contributions of Black Canadians. Black Canadians and their communities have significantly shaped Canada's heritage and identity since the arrival of Mathieu Da Costa, a navigator and interpreter, in the early 1600s. However, their contributions have often been overlooked in Canadian history. Many are unaware that some Loyalists who settled in the Maritimes after the American Revolution were of African descent or that African Canadian soldiers made sacrifices in conflicts such as the War of 1812. Additionally, the history of African enslavement in Canada and the contributions of those who fought against it are often overlooked. Black History Month provides an opportunity to learn about these important Canadian stories and the invaluable contributions of Black Canadians to the country's history and ongoing development. Read about prominent Black Healthcare Professionals who impacted Canadian Healthcare  https://lnkd.in/d7sPNeJx Learn about the 23 historical Black Canadians who made major contributions to Canada’s culture and legacy https://lnkd.in/gtXrABW Learn more about the origins and significance of Black History Month https://lnkd.in/fKtjTb6 https://lnkd.in/gnRaXTJ

In honor of Black History Month, today's example of Black excellence in sustainability goes to an individual not in any of the fields officially related to sustainability. Henry Louis Gates is a Harvard professor interested in African American literature and cultural theory. But he serves as the historian and advisor to the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, which is fighting to preserve Black churches across the country. Not only is this a sustainable way of working within existing buildings, but it also preserves cultural, historical, and spiritual centers of significance to the Black community and the entire American community. This is one of the reasons sustainable architecture and city planning is so important, both for our planet, and for our people. Learn more at the link below!

February is #BlackHistoryMonth and is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the history of Black History Month at the link below. https://hubs.ly/Q02kq03r0

February is #BlackHistoryMonth and is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the history of Black History Month at the link below. https://hubs.la/Q02k4RRP0

February is #BlackHistoryMonth and is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the history of Black History Month at the link below. https://hubs.ly/Q02jPQ1N0

Black History Month is here, and the theme for 2024 is African Americans and the Arts. Learn more and see where African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences.

Black History Month is here, and the theme for 2024 is African Americans and the Arts. Learn more and see where African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences.

Black History Month is here, and the theme for 2024 is African Americans and the Arts. Learn more and see where African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences.

Black History Month is here, and the theme for 2024 is African Americans and the Arts. Learn more and see where African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences.