May 2025 Recap
The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) and Skills for Life (SFL) is thrilled to announce that tickets are now officially on sale for the highly anticipated 2025 Impact Gala, returning this fall to celebrate the excellence, resilience, and contributions of Black Canadians across the country. This year’s gala marks a special milestone as FBC celebrates its first year as a newly registered charity in Canada.
Proceeds from the Gala will directly support FBC’s and Skills For Life’s programming, including its Supports for Student Learning Program and Black Entrepreneurship Program—initiatives that empower Black youth, dismantle barriers to education and employment, and invest in long-term community development.
Stay informed with our monthly recaps!
May 2025 Recap
The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) and Skills for Life (SFL) is thrilled to announce that tickets are now officially on sale for the highly anticipated 2025 Impact Gala, returning this fall to celebrate the excellence, resilience, and contributions of Black Canadians across the country. This year’s gala marks a special milestone as FBC celebrates its first year as a newly registered charity in Canada.
Proceeds from the Gala will directly support FBC’s and Skills For Life’s programming, including its Supports for Student Learning Program and Black Entrepreneurship Program—initiatives that empower Black youth, dismantle barriers to education and employment, and invest in long-term community development.
Stay informed with our monthly recaps!
Latest News
FBC Celebrates New Role as Organizational Mentor for Ontario Trillium Foundation’s Youth Opportunity Fund
The Ontario Trillium Foundation has proudly accepted FBC as an organizational mentor for grassroots groups applying for the Youth Opportunity Fund. In this role, FBC will provide vital administrative and budget support, as well as aid in project delivery, ensuring these groups can successfully execute their initiatives.
Exciting News: Exclusive Opportunity to Attend Collision Conference!
Join industry leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts from June 17th-20th at the Enercare Centre in Toronto. Don’t miss out on this chance to save over $800 and be part of the future of tech. Upgrade by June 12th @ 12pm to claim your ticket now!
Introducing Trusteeship and Grantwriting Consultations for Premium Black Builders
FBC is excited to announce a new service for Premium Black Builders: trusteeship and grantwriting consultations for grassroots organizations. Our service provides strategic leadership, access to expertise, increased credibility, financial stewardship, advocacy, and operational efficiency. For more information, email joshua@fbcfcn.ca.
✨ Test Your Knowledge ✨
Q1. In what year was Juneteenth officially recognized as a U.S. federal holiday?
A) 1865
B) 1965
C) 2003
D) 2021
Q2. Which Canadian artist and community organizer co-founded a movement that shaped national conversations around race, identity, and protest?
A) Rinaldo Walcott
B) Rodney Diverlus
C) Amanda Parris
D) Desmond Cole
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Trivia: d; b
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Flags: Angola; Seychelles
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