June 2024 Recap
Explore our June 2024 recap! Discover new resources, celebrate our latest achievements, and seize exciting opportunities. Stay informed and in the know with our monthly recaps!
Upcoming Events & Programs
September 21, 2024
Dreams Convention Centre
BEP: French, and English Applications Open ↗
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National Partner Group Meeting
TBD
Latest News
Unlock Your Business Potential with These Exciting Grants and Funding Opportunities
Discover a range of grants and funding opportunities designed to support small businesses, student work placements, innovative projects, and community initiatives. From TELUS’s Stand with Owners campaign to ICTC’s WIL Digital program, Grand Challenges Canada, Ontario Creates IDM Fund, and the National Anti-Racism Fund, find the resources you need to succeed and make a positive impact.
Nominations Open for 2024 Impact Student and Teacher Awards at the Gala
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Impact Student and Teacher Awards, set to be presented at our annual gala. This year, we will honor one outstanding student making a positive impact in the community and one phenomenal teacher significantly influencing students’ lives. Winners will receive a beautiful crystal award at the gala. Submit your nominations by August 30th, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
The Federation of Black Canadians Unveils Key Findings from “Resilience Throughout COVID-19” Project
Toronto, ON, July 3, 2024 — The Federation of Black Canadians announces the results of the ‘Resilience Throughout COVID-19’ project by the University of Toronto. This study highlights the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on Black communities in Canada, revealing high infection severity, stigma, and long recovery times. Key findings emphasize the need for culturally relevant health education and stronger community partnerships to address systemic issues and promote equitable health outcomes.
Spotlight on our Five Trailblazing Startups that were at Collision!
At Collision this year, the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) proudly collaborated with our fellow Black-led and Black-serving organizations to bring “The Black Innovation Zone” to the conference for the first time. Our participation highlighted the incredible achievements of the startups and entrepreneurs who have benefited from our Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP). These inspiring individuals shared their experiences as emerging entrepreneurs in the Canadian corporate market, highlighting how the BEP provided them with the necessary resources, tools, and skills to succeed. Discover more about these outstanding businesses below!
Black Innovation Zone at Collision 2024: A Recap
The Black Innovation Zone at Collision 2024 was an amazing opportunity to bring together Black entrepreneurs and professionals. We are grateful to have been a part of the #BlackInnovationZone and to have helped provide free tickets, thanks to our Black Builders Network, and a space for Black Innovators to connect and Network! Collision 2024 was an incredible conference and an amazing growth opportunity for the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) and our neighbouring organizations! We came together to create a strong presence in the Canadian tech world through the resources and opportunities available for Black Canadian entrepreneurs.
✨ Test Your Knowledge ✨
Trivia Section
1. Which Black Canadian sprinter won a bronze medal in the 100 meters at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics?
a) Bruny Surin
b) Harry Jerome
c) Ben Johnson
d) Donovan Bailey
2. Which influential Black Canadian became the first Black woman to serve as a Member of Parliament in Canada in 1993?
a) Jean Augustine
b) Michaëlle Jean
c) Chloe Cooley
d) Viola Desmond
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Trivia: B; A
Guess that Flag Section
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Flags: Suriname; Barbados
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