April 2025 Recap

On the evening of May 6, 2025, the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) proudly hosted the Black Builders Networking Event in partnership with RBC, bringing together past Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) participants, community members, allies, and ecosystem partners for an inspiring evening of connection, celebration, and insight.

The evening began with opening remarks from Chris Thompson, Executive Director at FBC, and a welcome from The Regional Vice President at RBC. Their presence reinforced RBC’s continued commitment to empowering Black entrepreneurs and supporting inclusive economic growth.

To those who attended, thank you. To those building, we see you. Let’s keep growing—together. Check out the full recap and join the Black Builders Network today!

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✨  Test Your Knowledge  ✨

Q1. Which Canadian city hosted the first-ever National Black Canadians Summit in 2017?
A) Toronto 
B) Halifax 
C) Ottawa 
D) Montreal  

Q2. Viola Desmond—featured on Canada’s $10 bill—challenged racial segregation in which province?

A) Ontario 
B) Nova Scotia 
C) British Columbia 
D) Alberta