Every February, is Black History Month.
Barrie 360 joins Canadians across the country in honouring the many achievements and incredible contributions, past and present, of Black Canadians and their communities. We recognize that black people have played a significant role in shaping Canadian heritage and identity throughout history and continue to show resilience and great determination in working towards a more inclusive and diverse Canada.
Join us in commemorating Black History Month, celebrate local black history, and learn more about local Black History Month events, programming and initiatives taking place throughout February by checking back here for updates.
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Black Owned Businesses & Organizations in Simcoe County
Support some of the amazing local black-owned businesses and organizations dotted all across our community. Here is our guide to black-owned businesses and organizations in Simcoe County that you can support this month and beyond.
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List of local Black History Month programs & events
Organizations in and around Simcoe County will be hosting events throughout the month to celebrate and bring awareness to Black History Month.
Events and programs in Barrie
The City of Barrie celebrates Black History Month with events that bring awareness to the significant contributions that Black Canadians have and continue to make to the cultural, economic, and social landscape of our country and our community.
- Black History Month with Blacks for All Races Exhibit – City Hall's First Floor Gallery
- The Cultural Tile Mosaic Project Exhibit – MacLaren Art Centre
- Family Sunday: Uniting Forms Workshop – MacLaren Art Centre, February 1
- Flag Raising Ceremony – February 3
- Lunch and Learn: The Hidden Cost of Care: Racism and Inclusion in Healthcare Workplaces – MacLaren Art Centre, February 12
- THRIVE: Our Voices in Motion with local author Roxann Whittingham – Barrie Public Library (Downtown Branch), February 13 & 14
- Black History Month with Maestro Fresh Wes – Five Points Theatre, February 14
- Celebrating Black Brilliance: A Day of Culture, Connection and Heritage – Allandale Recreation Centre, February 15
- Uplift Black POP-UP Drop-ins – Barrie Public Library (Downtown Branch) February 18 & 25
- Mois de l'histoire des Noirs - Ça rime avec Vinaigre - Black History Month – Five Points Theatre, February 20
- Family Sunday: Cultural Tile Mosaic Project – MacLaren Art Centre Workshop, February 22
- Performing Music for Music Lovers with The STATION Duo: Michelle C. Guy & Brad Hilliker – MacLaren Art Centre, February 22
- Infinity Performing Arts Studio presents Lost Heroes of Oro – Georgian Theatre, February 27 & 28
- Parents Against Racism's Third Annual Black History Month Gala – General John Hayter Southshore Community Centre, February 28
See the list of events in Barrie.
Programming at Barrie Public Library
Learn about Black History 365 days of the year! Celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous nation it is today. In collaboration with community partners, UPlift Black.
This year, the library will also be hosting a Celebration with Local Author Tricia Khan on February 8. During the event, Tricia will read from her books and lead crafts and activities for children.
Virtual Lectures with Simcoe County Museum
Every year, the Simcoe County Museum hosts a virtual lecture series featuring guest speakers and local historians.
This year's lecturers are:
- February 5 – From Slavery to Freedom - 6 Generations with Rob Green
- February 11 – Between Home and Away: African Diaspora Women's Entangled Lives of Displacement, Resettlement and Resilience with Ruth Murambadoro
- February 19 – An Overview of Black Canadian Historical Settlements and Communities with Channon Oyeniran
- February 24 – George Martin: Remembering His Plight From Slavery To Freedom In Upper Canada with Natasha Henry-Dixon
