Black History Month
The City of Vaughan joins the national celebration of Black History Month, a time to honour and recognize the extraordinary contributions and achievements of Black Canadians.
Black History Month Event at Vaughan City Hall
Join us for an unforgettable celebration, featuring Afro-Caribbean and urban dances, a drum performance, complimentary food, Mayor and Members of Council remarks, vendor booths and more as we honour the profound impact of Black Canadians on our past, present, and future.
📅 Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Vaughan City Hall, 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr., Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1
Calling all Black-owned and Black-led businesses, organizations and creatives.
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Participant Agreement Form for Black History Month
Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM
Note: This is an indoor event.
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- Participant Agreement Form for Black History Month 2025
- A Certificate of Insurance naming the Corporation of the City of Vaughan as an additional insured - use the City's template
If you are unable to get a Certificate of Insurance, email vaughancelebrates@vaughan.ca to find out how to purchase event insurance
Food vendors also need to provide:
- The York Region Vendor Application Form sent directly to York Region Health Department and provided to Events Staff
- Form is found under "Vendors": Food Vendors - York Region Application
- Any applicable licences (restaurant licence, refreshment vehicle licence, etc.)
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Learn the art of Nigerian cooking and explore unique ingredients as we make Pepper Soup together!
📅 Date: Sunday, February 16
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: VMC Library - VSES Teaching Kitchen
💲 Cost: $10 (Register on Eventbrite) -
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Celebrate Black History Month with a lively drum circle led by renowned musician Glenn Marais.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 20
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Ansley Grove Library -
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Join local author Sadé Smith for an interactive storytime as she reads her delightful picture book, Granny's Kitchen.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Civic Centre Resource Library
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