Black History Month events taking place in London, Ont.
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The theme for 2024 is "Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build." It symbolizes the significant past and present contributions of Black people in Canada.
Several events are taking place this month to honour Black History Month in London, Ont.
Each February, Canadians participate in Black History Month to honour people in the Black community and their impact.
The theme for 2024 is “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build.”
It symbolizes the significant past and present contributions of Black people in Canada, with a focus on nurturing future opportunities, according to the Government of Canada’s Canadian Heritage page.
Christina Lord, one of the founders of the London Black History Coordinating Committee, says Black History Month is also an opportunity to relearn history.
“Sometimes we learn about history that isn’t completely true, so it gives us a chance to dig into some of the truth into the history of Black communities,” she said. “London has a very, very rich Black history that many of us are just learning about, so (the events) are opportunities for folks to go out and learn more and meet each other.”
980 CFPL has created a list of events and activities taking place in London for the duration of February and the first few weeks of March:
Feb. 4 – BHM: A Gospel Celebration, performed by London Gospel Collective featuring London Kids Community Gospel Choir. London Gospel Collective is a new choir that was first established in April 2022, singing pieces that emphasize hope and unity through faith. The London Kids Community Gospel Choir is based out of the London Children’s Museum, and is composed of children ages 7 to 17. Their pieces are inspired by African American-inspired melodies and harmonies. More information is available on Tourism London’s webpage.
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