Black Excellence Month
Happy Black Excellence Month! This year, we’re inspiring our community to Be Boundless—pushing beyond limits and embracing greatness every day. As a community dedicated to uplifting BIPOC individuals, we encourage you to celebrate this month by finding meaningful ways to support the Black community as an ally and by embracing your Black identity with pride. See community events, educational resources, and black-owned businesses to support this month!
Community Events
Black History Month Showcase
Date: February 21, 2025
Location: City of Toronto Archives
Details: A free concert featuring live performances by hip-hop legends Dream Warriors and DJ Carl Allen, as part of the Canadian Cyphers: Elements of Toronto Hip-Hop exhibit.
Toronto Black Film Festival
Date: February 12–17, 2025
Location: Various venues in Toronto
Details: This festival showcases independent films centered on African, Caribbean, African American, and Black Canadian narratives.
Black History Month Art & Culture Event
Date: February 1, 2025
Location: Hart House, University of Toronto
Details: A free event celebrating Black Canadian achievements in arts and culture, with performances, storytelling, and local vendors.
Black History Month Pop-Up Market
Date: February 7–9, 2025
Location: Scarborough Town Centre
Details: Celebrate Black-owned businesses at this vibrant market featuring unique products such as fashion, handmade crafts, and more. Enjoy a lively shopping experience with a live DJ.
Important Resources
Resources to help Center the Well-Being of Black Students
This resource is for staff and school mental health professionals, to help provide affirming support to black students.
Black Business Direct
This resource is for people who are searching for any kind of business support or business in general. The site has many choices for location and category. This is a helpful resource if you have specifics.
Student and Family Program
Black community-based program designed to support black families and students as they engage in the education system. This tool is a Navigation tool to find support.
Mental Health Resources for Black Students
Here are some mental health resources for Black people, and more general mental health services offered by Queen’s.
George Brown Resources for Black Students
A collection of resources to gain insight and knowledge of the workplace as a Black person.
Support Black Owned Businesses in the GTA
Educational Resources Surrounding Black Children and Youth
