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SUMMARY:A History Exposed: The Enslavement of Black People in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Event Duration: Oct 4\, 2025 – Dec 28\, 2025\, 12:00pm – 4:00pm \nA History Exposed: The Enslavement of Black People in Canada is a travelling exhibit created by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 with guest curator Dr. Afua Cooper and in partnership with the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. \nBe sure to visit the only stop in the GTA for this groundbreaking new exhibition. Canada’s connection to enslavement is not just the Underground Railroad — enslavement played a significant role in the early settlement of Canada and its legacy can be seen and felt today. Discover the experiences of enslaved Black people in Canada through individual biographies and archival records\, learn how enslavement came to be in Canada\, and find out who were Canada’s enslavers. \nPlease note: This exhibition contains images and text describing violence endured by enslaved peoples and documents with racist and colonialist language. This content may challenge and disturb visitors. Adults with young children may wish to preview the exhibit beforehand. \nAbout Dr. Afua Cooper\nDr. Afua Cooper is a leading scholar\, author\, and artist whose work on enslavement\, abolition\, freedom\, and Black Canadian history has shaped the field. Her groundbreaking book The Hanging of Angelique was nominated for a Governor General’s Award and named one of CBC’s best Canadian books. \nA founder of the Black Canadian Studies Association\, she also established Dalhousie’s Black and African Diaspora Studies Minor. Dr. Cooper is an acclaimed poet and co-founder of Canada’s Dub Poetry movement\, serving as Halifax’s Poet Laureate (2018). Her many awards recognize her commitment to bridging scholarship\, creativity\, and social justice. \nThe Museums of Mississauga in partnership with the Friends of the Museums of Mississauga gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Hazel McCallion Arts\, Culture and Heritage Fund at the Mississauga Foundation\, a registered charitable public foundation serving the people of Mississauga. \nRelated events\n\nRegister here for the Opening Reception on October 4\, 2025\nLearn more about the Panel Discussion on October 24\, 2025 – Tickets Coming Soon
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/a-history-exposed-the-enslavement-of-black-people-in-canada/
LOCATION:Adamson Estate\, 850 Enola Ave\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5G 4B2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Caribbean & Black Writing Collective
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Select Tuesdays in Fall 2025: September 23\, October 14\, November 4\, November 18\, December 2 \nTime: 1:00pm – 3:00 pm \nLocation: Collaborative Digital Research Space (CDRS)\, MN3230 \n\nWriting is hard! Sometimes we need help with our writing\, and sometimes it’s just easier to be creative and to find inspiration when there are other people who look like you around. Consider coming to the Caribbean & Black Writing Collective if you are looking for a space to work on your writing. Faculty members who have expertise in numeracy and writing instruction will be present at the CBWC and they will be there to answer your questions\, offer support related to your concerns and help you with your writing. \nYou can come if you have questions about your draft\, you can stay to work on your writing in the company of others who share your identity and learning experiences. You’ll be surprised about how much of a difference that a collective of this nature can make for your writing experience and your academic journey at UTM. Snacks will be provided. Hope to see you there! \nUTM Caribbean & Black Writing Collective Fall 2025 Poster
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/caribbean-black-writing-collective-2/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T140000
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Executive Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Executive members (BLA-Executives) are a group of executive leaders dedicated to combating anti-Black racism and promoting Black inclusion at UTM. Our efforts focus on advocacy\, accountability\, and action. We work across departments\, engage with students and faculty\, and develop policies that drive systemic change. This group reports to the larger Black Leadership Advisory Committee. Areas of focus and operations include\, but are not limited to: Strategic Planning: We create and implement university-wide initiatives to address anti-Black racism and foster Black excellence; Policy Review & Reform: We evaluate institutional policies to ensure they embody equity\, justice\, and inclusivity; Community Engagement: We partner with Black student organizations\, faculty\, and staff to elevate voices and cultivate a sense of belonging; Accountability & Reporting: We track progress on UTM’s anti-racism initiatives and share results with senior leadership; and Mentorship & Leadership Development: We assist emerging Black leaders through mentorship programs\, workshops\, and professional growth opportunities.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-executive-member-meeting/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Online\, Private
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T130000
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Committee (BLAC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga serves as a strategic advisory body to the Vice-President and Principal\, as well as campus leadership teams and committees. BLAC is dedicated to advancing transformative change that fosters Black Flourishing and Inclusive Excellence across UTM’s diverse Black communities—including staff\, students\, faculty\, instructors\, custodians\, and librarians. \nThrough its work\, BLAC actively dismantles patterns of anti-Black racism and injustice by: \n🔄 Providing updates on current anti-Black racism initiatives\n📣 Reviewing campus climate and amplifying feedback from Black student and professional staff communities\n📅 Planning impactful programming for Black engagement\, dialogue\, and learning\n📊 Shaping new equity benchmarks and reporting structures\n🗣️ Hosting open forums for member insights and strategic input \nBLAC is a driving force for equity\, accountability\, and community empowerment at UTM.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-committee-meeting/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Hybrid and in-person\, locations TBD.
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SUMMARY:Black Alumni Mentorship Applications (January - March)
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Student Engagement launched the UTM Black Alumni Mentorship Program in January of 2024. This new program provides upper-year\, self-identified Black students an opportunity to engage in meaningful mentoring relationships and build a supportive network. The self-identified Black alumni who have joined this program as mentors come from diverse academic and career backgrounds and are eager to share their experiences with students. This one-on-one mentorship experience will support the next generation of Black leaders by increasing access to career role models and resources and help develop the Black student and alumni community network at UTM. \nApplication Deadline: January 20th\, 2026 \nFor more info and to apply\, click here.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-alumni-mentorship-applications-january-march/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Black on the Shelf 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, February 12th\, 2026 \nTime: 1:00 pm– 3:00 pm \nLocation: UTM Library Main Floor \nThe UTM Library and Black at UTM are proud to present Black on the Shelf 2026\, a collection of books to showcase Black excellence. This collection includes books recommended by Black-identifying students\, staff and faculty with a focus on the exploration of Black literature in the stories we tell about love\, life\, and the experiences of being Black in the world around us. This year will feature a book reading from Matthew R. Morris. \nThis event is open to all students\, staff\, faculty\, librarians\, instructors\, and caretakers. \n \nMATTHEW R. MORRIS is an educator and writer based out of Toronto. He is the author of the instant national best seller\,“Black Boys Like Me: Confrontations with Race\, Identity\, and Belonging” which was nominated for the Heritage Toronto Book Award\, longlisted for the Toronto Book Awards\, an Apple Books Best Books of 2024\, and CBC Books Best Canadian Nonfiction 2024.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-on-the-shelf-2026/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T140000
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Executive Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Executive members (BLA-Executives) are a group of executive leaders dedicated to combating anti-Black racism and promoting Black inclusion at UTM. Our efforts focus on advocacy\, accountability\, and action. We work across departments\, engage with students and faculty\, and develop policies that drive systemic change. This group reports to the larger Black Leadership Advisory Committee. Areas of focus and operations include\, but are not limited to: Strategic Planning: We create and implement university-wide initiatives to address anti-Black racism and foster Black excellence; Policy Review & Reform: We evaluate institutional policies to ensure they embody equity\, justice\, and inclusivity; Community Engagement: We partner with Black student organizations\, faculty\, and staff to elevate voices and cultivate a sense of belonging; Accountability & Reporting: We track progress on UTM’s anti-racism initiatives and share results with senior leadership; and Mentorship & Leadership Development: We assist emerging Black leaders through mentorship programs\, workshops\, and professional growth opportunities.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-executive-member-meeting/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Online\, Private
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month Block Party \nDate: Wednesday\, February 25th\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am – 2:00pm \nHosted by Black@UTM \nJoin Black@UTM for a vibrant Black History Month Block Party on February 25\, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\, in the future home of the Centre for Black Excellence and Belonging (CBEB)\, with additional space in the CCIT Atrium. \nThis community-centered gathering will feature ceremony\, art\, storytelling\, and interactive activities\, spread across multiple animated spaces designed to celebrate Black excellence\, creativity\, rest\, and resistance. Come explore\, reflect\, connect\, and create alongside students\, staff\, faculty\, and community members. \nAll are welcome. \nDrop in\, stay awhile\, and be part of this collective celebration of Black history\, presence\, and possibility. \nRegister here: https://utmblockparty.rsvpify.com/ \n 
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-history-month-block-party/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Medical Myth Busters
DESCRIPTION:Medical Myth Busting at MAM: A look into the history of medicine as it is related to Black History in Canada \nDate: Thursday\, February 26th\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nLocation: TDHSC\, 2nd Floor\, Room 253/263  or Online via Zoom \nBy creating space to learn about and discuss the historical foundations fo medical racism\, this event aims to equip all future practitioners with the awareness\, language\, and perspective needed when caring for Black patients.  Engaging in these histories supports more thoughtful clinical reasoning\, stronger patient trust\, and advocacy for patient safety. \nThrough shared learning and reflection\, this event encourages participants to move beyond discomfort\, acknowledge medicine’s past\, and carry that understanding forward into their clinical practice to ensure more equitable care. \nRSVP here to attend.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/medical-myth-busters/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260227T140000
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SUMMARY:The Culture of Sound
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 27\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00-2:00pm \nLocation: Presentation Room\, UTMSU Student Centre \nJoin the UTM International Education Centre and Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion Office in welcoming Grammy-nominated producer and UTM alum\, Kevin Ekofo\, for an interactive\, hands-on music production session celebrating Black creativity and cultural influence in music. \nThe session is titled\, Culture of Sound: A Hands-On Music Production Session with Kevin Ekofo “Kofo Sound”. Drawing on his journey from UTM to the global stage—and his work with artists such as Wizkid\, Tems\, and Burna Boy—Kevin will guide students through collaboratively creating a track in real time. This session invites participants to explore sound\, rhythm\, storytelling\, and the collective power of Black musical expression through active participation and shared creativity. \nWe encourage and invite all U of T students\, staff\, faculty\, and librarians to attend. \nRegistration link: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/Events/Detail/6656562 (Space limited) \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nIf you have any accommodation requests or questions\, please contact the UTM EDI Office at: edio.utm@utoronto.ca. \nBrought to you by UTM International Education Centre and the Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Office
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/the-culture-of-sound/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T143000
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SUMMARY:Elevate UTM: Celebrating & Empowering Black Wellness
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Black Mental Health Day (March 2\, 2026) and Black Mental Health Week (March 1–7\, 2026)\, Elevate UTM: Celebrating & Empowering Black Wellness is dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of anti-Black racism on the mental health of Black students\, staff\, faculty\, and the broader community. This event will provide space for movement\, discussion\, and reflection while highlighting resources and strategies that support Black wellness at UTM. \nElevate UTM is a collaboration between the Department of Recreation\, Athletics & Wellness and Black at UTM\, made possible through the generous financial support of the Black Opportunities Fund and Black at UTM. \nEvent Details\nElevate your mind\, body\, and soul as we celebrate Black Mental Health Day at UTM! \n✨ The first 50 participants to register and attend will receive an exclusive Elevate UTM wellness kit! \n📅 Monday\, March 2\, 2026  \n⏰ 11 AM – 2:30 PM  \n📍 RAWC Gym A/B \nThis event is open to all UTM students\, staff\, and faculty regardless of background\, fitness level or experience! \nFor full registration details\, visit the RAWC website.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/elevate-utm-celebrating-empowering-black-wellness/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Coming to Africa: A Gala Affair
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready UTM! \n\n\nEver dreamt of visiting the Motherland? Well\, pack your imaginary bags and get ready for Coming to Africa: A Gala Affair! \n\n\n\nWhat: A night of dazzling African culture\, right here at the Blind Duck!\nWhy: Because who needs a plane ticket when you’ve got amazing food\, music\, and vibes? Plus\, it’s the perfect excuse to ditch those sweatpants for something a little more… *African Gala Chic.*\nWhen: March 13th\, prepare for lift off at 7:00 PM sharp!\n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on the most vibrant night of the year. See you there! \nTickets available here.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/coming-to-africa-a-gala-affair/
LOCATION:The Blind Duck Pub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Committee (BLAC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga serves as a strategic advisory body to the Vice-President and Principal\, as well as campus leadership teams and committees. BLAC is dedicated to advancing transformative change that fosters Black Flourishing and Inclusive Excellence across UTM’s diverse Black communities—including staff\, students\, faculty\, instructors\, custodians\, and librarians. \nThrough its work\, BLAC actively dismantles patterns of anti-Black racism and injustice by: \n🔄 Providing updates on current anti-Black racism initiatives\n📣 Reviewing campus climate and amplifying feedback from Black student and professional staff communities\n📅 Planning impactful programming for Black engagement\, dialogue\, and learning\n📊 Shaping new equity benchmarks and reporting structures\n🗣️ Hosting open forums for member insights and strategic input \nBLAC is a driving force for equity\, accountability\, and community empowerment at UTM.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-committee-meeting/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Hybrid and in-person\, locations TBD.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Laugh\, Cry\, Cringe Storytelling Series
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 \nTime: 1:30-3:30pm \nLocation: Maanjiwe nendamowinan building\, MN6128 OR online via Zoom \nRegister: https://uoft.me/LCCMar2026 \nJoin Hart House and the UTM EDIO for the Laugh\, Cry\, Cringe Storytelling Series titled\, Claim the Mic: Women\, Hip Hop & Creative Courage with Francesca D’Amico-Cuthbert. Hip Hop culture has always been more than artistic practice. It is storytelling\, identity\, resistance\, and the power of voice and representation. In this Laugh\, Cry\, Cringe session\, join Hip Hop historian Dr. Francesca D’Amico-Cuthbert for a conversation that explores how women in Hip Hop have challenged expectations\, claimed space in the industry\, and used music to tell stories that shape the world in and beyond Hip Hop culture. Through storytelling and open dialogue\, we will unpack how artists have turned their lived experience into creative and political expression to ask: what does courage look like in art? Whether you love Hip Hop\, care about culture\, or are simply curious about the stories behind the music\, this session invites you to listen\, reflect\, and join the conversation. \nLaugh\, Cry\, Cringe is a movement to create braver spaces where personal stories\, current events\, and cultural narratives come alive through the power of storytelling. This series aims to unmask misconceptions and foster understanding among diverse groups and communities. Through the power of storytelling\, participants can release tensions\, build community\, practice wellness\, and find inspiration to take positive action in their daily lives. \nNote: Laugh\, Cry\, Cringe is CCR accredited. If you are a current student and interested in attaining this accreditation\, please complete the section in the Registration Form with your UTORID. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nIf you require an accommodation to join this session\, please contact UTM’s Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Office at edio.utm@utoronto.ca. \nBrought to you by Hart House and the UTM Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Office.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/laugh-cry-cringe-storytelling-series-claim-the-mic/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T130000
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SUMMARY:Inua Thursday (Guest Speaker: Timothy Bryan)
DESCRIPTION:Join us next Thursday\, March 26th\, 2026\, from 12pm – 1pm as we welcome Timothy Bryan\, Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto. Professor Bryan’s primary research interests include the policing of hate crime\, race and racism\, Black Canadian Studies\, and criminal justice reform in Canada. Professor Bryan’s current research examines the policing of hate crime by municipal police services\, particularly the way commitments to racial and cultural diversity and efforts to improve police-community relations inform the intervention strategies of police. Professor Bryan’s work appears in the Journal of Hate Studies\, the Oñati Socio-Legal Series\, and the Canadian Journal of Law and Society. Professor Bryan has also conducted policy research for the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and Nova Scotia’s Department of Justice. \nJoin In Person: Centre for Black Excellence and Belonging\, Kaneff Centre\, Room 127 \nJoin Online: https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/84798579272 \nMeeting ID: 847 9857 9272\nPasscode: 539090 \n\n_____________________________________________\n\nInua Thursdays creates a space for Black staff\, students\, faculty\, instructors\, librarians\, and caretakers at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) to connect\, share experiences\, and learn from one another in a supportive environment. In Swahili\, ‘Inua’ means “to raise\,” “to lift up\,” or “to uplift\,” often conveying empowerment\, elevation\, and community support.\n\nBy encouraging meaningful conversations\, Inua Thursdays aims to inspire and empower individuals\, strengthen community ties\, and amplify Black voices on our campus.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/inua-thursday-guest-speaker-timothy-bryan/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T163000
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SUMMARY:U of T’s Inaugural Black Alumni Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 11\nTime: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Blind Duck Pub\, University of Toronto Mississauga (map)\nCost: Free. Lunch and refreshments will be served.\nParking: Paid parking is available in lot P8 or lot P9. View details and fee information here. \nJoin fellow alumni and students for this inaugural event hosted by the U of T Black Alumni Association. Reconnect with former classmates\, build new professional relationships\, and inspire the next generation of leaders. \nWe are honored to extend a special invitation to the Black student community at U of T Mississauga. Join us to bridge the gap between campus and career\, building meaningful connections with alumni who have walked the path before you. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nRegister here.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/u-of-ts-inaugural-black-alumni-conference/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Executive Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Executive members (BLA-Executives) are a group of executive leaders dedicated to combating anti-Black racism and promoting Black inclusion at UTM. Our efforts focus on advocacy\, accountability\, and action. We work across departments\, engage with students and faculty\, and develop policies that drive systemic change. This group reports to the larger Black Leadership Advisory Committee. Areas of focus and operations include\, but are not limited to: Strategic Planning: We create and implement university-wide initiatives to address anti-Black racism and foster Black excellence; Policy Review & Reform: We evaluate institutional policies to ensure they embody equity\, justice\, and inclusivity; Community Engagement: We partner with Black student organizations\, faculty\, and staff to elevate voices and cultivate a sense of belonging; Accountability & Reporting: We track progress on UTM’s anti-racism initiatives and share results with senior leadership; and Mentorship & Leadership Development: We assist emerging Black leaders through mentorship programs\, workshops\, and professional growth opportunities.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-executive-member-meeting/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Online\, Private
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Connect and Refresh - Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Connect and Refresh – Earth Day Celebration\nDate: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 \nTime: 2:00–3:30 p.m. \nLocation: Instructional Centre (IB) Building – Soft Seating Areas \nAre you tired of throwing away the majority of the fresh herbs you buy because you can’t use them in time? Let’s grow them together and have fresh herbs all spring and summer long. Join us for April’s Connect and Refresh in honour of Earth Day. Take a break from your desk\, connect with colleagues\, and plant your own herb garden with the Sustainability Office. In addition to taking home your new herb garden\, you could be the winner of an indoor hydroponic garden starter kit valued at $100. Registration required. Please RSVP while supplies last. \nSend in your photos of how you are celebrating your connection to the Earth\, a short blurb\, and photo location to wbb.utm@utoronto.ca for a chance to win an indoor hydroponic garden starter kit valued at $100 by Monday\, April 20th 2026. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/connect-and-refresh-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Mississauga\, 3359 Mississauga Rd.\, Mississauga\, ON\, L5L 1C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
CREATED:20250903T033750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T033951Z
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Committee (BLAC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga serves as a strategic advisory body to the Vice-President and Principal\, as well as campus leadership teams and committees. BLAC is dedicated to advancing transformative change that fosters Black Flourishing and Inclusive Excellence across UTM’s diverse Black communities—including staff\, students\, faculty\, instructors\, custodians\, and librarians. \nThrough its work\, BLAC actively dismantles patterns of anti-Black racism and injustice by: \n🔄 Providing updates on current anti-Black racism initiatives\n📣 Reviewing campus climate and amplifying feedback from Black student and professional staff communities\n📅 Planning impactful programming for Black engagement\, dialogue\, and learning\n📊 Shaping new equity benchmarks and reporting structures\n🗣️ Hosting open forums for member insights and strategic input \nBLAC is a driving force for equity\, accountability\, and community empowerment at UTM.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-committee-meeting/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Hybrid and in-person\, locations TBD.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T025142
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Black Leadership Advisory Committee (BLAC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga serves as a strategic advisory body to the Vice-President and Principal\, as well as campus leadership teams and committees. BLAC is dedicated to advancing transformative change that fosters Black Flourishing and Inclusive Excellence across UTM’s diverse Black communities—including staff\, students\, faculty\, instructors\, custodians\, and librarians. \nThrough its work\, BLAC actively dismantles patterns of anti-Black racism and injustice by: \n🔄 Providing updates on current anti-Black racism initiatives\n📣 Reviewing campus climate and amplifying feedback from Black student and professional staff communities\n📅 Planning impactful programming for Black engagement\, dialogue\, and learning\n📊 Shaping new equity benchmarks and reporting structures\n🗣️ Hosting open forums for member insights and strategic input \nBLAC is a driving force for equity\, accountability\, and community empowerment at UTM.
URL:https://black.utm.utoronto.ca/event/black-leadership-advisory-committee-meeting/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Hybrid and in-person\, locations TBD.
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