Learn about the diversity, history, and culture of Black people in Canada and celebrate the significant contributions of Black individuals and communities across the country.
Celebrating Black History and Stories
Activities
Elementary
Grade 3 The Arts
Discover how Jacob Lawrence used art to tell stories about his community.
Grade 4 Science & Technology
Learn about simple machines through the work of William Kamkwamba.
Grade 4 The Arts
Explore elements of dance and expression at the Toronto Caribbean Carnival.
Grade 6 Social studies
Differences Between Communities in Canada
Explore Black Canadian History in Toronto, Ontario.
Grade 8 The Arts
Explore portrait art through the work of Kehinde Wiley and Augusta Savage.
Secondary
Grade 10 Media Arts
Exploring Our Roots and Routes
Explore Black storytelling through work by Ekow Nimako and Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser.
Grade 12 Studies in Literature
Understanding Postcolonial Literacy Theory
Learn about postcolonial literary theory with a poem by Gabriel Imomotimi Okara.
Videos
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Dive into inspiring stories of resilience, achievement, and community, and discover the incredible people who shaped history and continue to influence our world today.
