Black Leadership Breakfast
Celebrating Black Excellence. Building the Future.
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The Black Leadership Breakfast! FBC is proud to lead this signature Black History Month kickoff event—continuing the tradition of celebrating Black leadership, amplifying local changemakers, and bringing our community together to shape a better future.
The morning will feature thought-provoking conversations, a leadership panel, community recognition, and a bold dialogue on how Black-led initiatives across Canada are driving change in education, the economy, public policy and more!
Friday
February 6th
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location
Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport
6257 AIRPORT ROAD
Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1E4, Canada
2025 Theme: Tackling Youth Unemployment Together
Building Pathways for Black Youth Through Collective Action
Youth unemployment continues to be one of the most pressing challenges facing Black communities across Canada. Systemic barriers—limited access to networks, mentorship, and equitable employment opportunities—have left too many young people underemployed or excluded from meaningful career pathways.
This year’s Black Leadership Breakfast focuses on Youth Unemployment as a call to action.
Through honest dialogue, shared solutions, and cross-sector collaboration, this gathering will bring together community leaders, nonprofits, employers, policymakers, and youth advocates to explore how we can work collectively to create sustainable employment pathways for Black youth.
What We’ll Explore
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The current landscape of youth unemployment in Black communities
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The role of nonprofits, employers, and community organizations in reducing employment barriers
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Innovative programs and partnerships supporting skills development and workforce readiness
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How collective action can drive long-term, community-led solutions
This breakfast is more than a conversation—it is a commitment to action, accountability, and impact. Together, we can move beyond awareness and toward solutions that empower the next generation of Black leaders.
Join!
Be a Part of the Movement!
Join 100+ community leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, youth, educators, and partners for an inspiring and energizing morning. Attendees will:
✔ Celebrate the legacy and leadership of Black Canadians
✔ Engage in powerful conversations on the future of Black-led initiatives
✔ Network with changemakers across sectors
✔ Explore emerging issues
✔ Kick off Black History Month with purpose and community
Network
Learn
Learn about the barriers Black Canadians are facing what we can do to help support them.
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