Dec 6, 2024 | 2024 November, Working Groups
On September 24, 2024, the Government of Canada announced its first-ever comprehensive Action Plan to Combat Hate, a cross-government effort to tackle the alarming rise in hate both online and in communities. The plan was introduced by the Honourable Kamal Khera,...
Oct 24, 2024 | Events, Get Involved, National, Our Work, Past Events
On October 23, the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM), with 45 participants reflecting on the organization’s 2023 milestones and setting the stage for an exciting year ahead. The meeting, called to order by Robert Tyndale,...
Oct 9, 2024 | 2024 September, Federation Monthly Recap, Working Groups
Written by: Morola Solar Women are being mercilessly erased at a rate that is disturbing in a world where every life should matter. Femicide, the deliberate killing of women because of their gender, often intersects with racism, domestic violence, and lack of media...
Aug 5, 2024 | Working Groups
Written By: Lesly Nzeusseu In June 2024, the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) had the chance to participate in a roundtable discussion organized by Employment and Social Development Canada(ESDC), alongside other community groups representing Black people,...
Aug 5, 2024 | 2024 July, Working Groups
Written By: Morola Solar In today’s blog post, we will address gender diversity in education, focusing on the Black community. We aim to make complicated data understandable and interesting so that community members can understand gender diversity and the...
May 15, 2024 | 2024 April, Federation Monthly Recap, News, Total Health
The Black Health Defence Project recently concluded, marking significant progress in advancing health equity and promoting vaccination awareness within Black communities across Canada. Here’s a concise summary of its key findings and outcomes: Community...