Canada News Centre2026-06-26T11:46:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/06/communities-across-the-prairies-to-benefit-from-build-communities-strong-fund-local-impact-stream.html

Communities across the Prairies to benefit from Build Communities Strong Fund Local Impact Stream

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-06-26T11:46:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/06/minister-olszewski-to-highlight-support-for-community-building-projects-in-alberta-and-across-the-prairies.html

Minister Olszewski to highlight support for community building projects in Alberta and across the Prairies

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-06-25T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/03/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-agriculture-and-forestry--food-security.html

Opening Statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry : Food SecurityMarch 12, 2026

Competition Bureau Canada2026-03-12T11:46:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2026/03/message-from-the-minister-of-health--black-mental-health-week-2026.html

Black Mental Health Week gives us an opportunity to come together and reflect on the importance of amplifying Black voices and focusing on Black mental wellness.

Public Health Agency of Canada2026-03-02T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2026/02/updates-on-initiatives-to-support-black-employees-in-the-public-service.html

Updates on initiatives to support Black employees in the public service

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2026-02-25T13:37:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-celebrates-30-years-of-black-history-month.html

Minister Marc Miller will host a reception in honour of Black History Month 2026

Canadian Heritage2026-02-02T10:00:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-report-highlights-public-feedback-on-algorithmic-pricing-and-competition.html

Competition Bureau report highlights public feedback on algorithmic pricing and competition January 22, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-01-22T10:05:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-banking-commerce-and-the-economy-competition-is-critical-to-building-a-stronger-more-affordab.html

Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economy Speech December 4, 2025

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-04T11:15:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/appetite-for-creative-destruction.html

Appetite for creative destructionSpeechNotes for an address by Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of CompetitionCanadian Bar Association Competition Fall Law ConferenceNovember 20, 2025Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-20T13:42:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-renews-support-for-black-led-organizations-in-atlantic-canada.html

Funding is now available for eligible organizations in the region through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2025-11-19T09:35:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/competition-bureau-concludes-investigation-into-algorithmic-pricing-in-the-rental-housing-market.html

Competition Bureau concludes investigation into algorithmic pricing in the rental housing market November 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-10T10:02:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/10/minister-olszewski-highlights-funding-available-to-support-black-led-businesses-and-entrepreneurs-on-the-prairies.html

Eligible organizations can seek funding through Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-10-24T11:20:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/10/minister-olszewski-to-highlight-federal-support-for-black-entrepreneurship-across-the-prairie-provinces.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal funding available across the Prairie Provinces through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-10-23T11:12:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/10/improving-mental-health-of-black-canadians.html

Today, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development) Yasir Naqvi, the honourable Greg Fergus, Member of Parliament for Hull-Aylmer, and Member of Parliament Tatiana Auguste announced over $2.8 million, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, to support 26 recipients through the Promoting Health Equity: Mental Health of Black Canadians Fund.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-10-22T12:50:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/10/promoting-health-equity-mental-health-of-black-canadians-fund.html

The Promoting Health Equity: Mental Health of Black Canadians Fund supports Black Canadians to develop more culturally focused knowledge, capacity and programs to improve mental health in their communities.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-10-22T12:30:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/10/minister-michel-highlights-investments-to-help-black-entrepreneurs-start-up-scale-up-and-build-canadas-economy.html

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), kicked off Small Business Week by highlighting a renewed investment of $189 million for the Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP).

Health Canada2025-10-20T09:48:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/10/third-call-for-proposals-launched-under-the-black-led-philanthropic-endowment-fund.html

Diversity and inclusion have long been one of the pillars of Canada’s prosperity. For decades, Black-led and Black-serving organizations across the country have advocated to break down longstanding systemic barriers to social and economic inclusion that Black communities have faced.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-10-01T11:23:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/09/canadas-competition-summit-2025-to-chart-path-for-a-more-affordable-and-resilient-canadian-economy.html

Canada’s Competition Summit 2025 to chart path for a more affordable and resilient Canadian economy September 23, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-23T09:32:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/09/competition-bureau-to-study-competition-in-financing-for-canadas-small-and-medium-businesses.html

Competition Bureau to study competition in financing for Canada’s small and medium businesses September 4, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-04T08:35:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/09/government-of-canada-supports-enhanced-programming-for-black-entrepreneurs.html

Investment of $2.4 million in Black Creek Community Health Centre to help Black entrepreneurs start and grow their companies

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-09-03T10:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/07/minister-solomon-to-participate-in-an-event-hosted-by-the-foundation-for-black-communities-in-toronto.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will deliver remarks at the Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G) 2.0 event in Toronto.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-07-30T14:54:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/07/minister-michel-to-participate-in-an-event-hosted-by-foundation-for-black-communities-in-montreal.html

The Minister of Health, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, will deliver remarks at the Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G) 2.0 event in Montréal.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-07-23T15:07:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/03/message-from-the-minister-of-mental-health-and-addictions-and-associate-minister-of-health--black-mental-health-week-2025.html

This week is Black Mental Health Week, a time to amplify Black voices and bring awareness to the impacts of anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination on the mental health of Black Canadians.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-03-03T14:00:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/02/the-government-of-canada-unveils-new-initiatives-to-support-black-employees-in-the-public-service.html

The Government of Canada unveils new initiatives to support Black employees in the public service

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2025-02-26T12:53:33-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2025/02/government-of-canadas-action-plan-to-support-black-public-servants.html

Government of Canada’s Action Plan to support Black public servants

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2025-02-26T12:51:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2025/02/release-of-canadas-black-justice-strategys-implementation-plan-an-important-step-toward-transformational-change-in-the-criminal-justice-system-in-c.html

Black people in Canada continue to live with the lingering effects of colonialism and slavery, including prejudice, discrimination, and hatred—from unconscious bias to anti-Black hate crimes and violence.

Department of Justice Canada2025-02-25T12:25:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2025/02/improving-access-to-mental-health-services-for-black-canadians.html

Today the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced the first recipients of the of the Promoting Health Equity: Mental Health of Black Canadians Fund.

Public Health Agency of Canada2025-02-24T13:41:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2025/02/the-government-of-canada-honours-the-national-historic-significance-of-the-colored-hockey-league-of-the-maritimes.html

The Government of Canada honours the national historic significance of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes

Parks Canada2025-02-15T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-kids-in-action-performing-art-group-to-support-volunteer-opportunities-for-youth.html

Today, the honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth and Irek Kusmierczyk, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages and Member of Parliament for Windsor – Tecumseh announced approximately $2 million in funding to Black Kids in Action Performing Art Group for their Investing in our Youth to Champion Success for the Future project for the next two fiscal years.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-02-10T11:40:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/02/the-government-of-canada-proudly-celebrates-black-history-month-2025.html

Minister Khera will host a reception in honour of Black History Month 2025

Canadian Heritage2025-02-04T10:25:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/01/statement-by-minister-khera-on-black-history-month.html

The Government of Canada issues a statement to mark Black History Month

Canadian Heritage2025-02-01T09:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/01/canada-invests-in-the-well-being-of-black-canadians.html

Black Canadians played a pivotal role in shaping Canada into the vibrant country it is today. However, for far too long Black people in Canada have faced systemic barriers, anti-Black racism and discrimination. As we prepare to celebrate Black History Month, the Government of Canada, now more than ever, remains steadfast in its commitment to combatting systemic barriers and creating a more equitable and just future for Black people in Canada. To that end, the Government of Canada has proposed over $1 billion to uplift and support Black communties in Canada.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-01-31T20:00:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/01/the-government-of-canada-announces-the-theme-for-black-history-month-2025.html

Minister Khera unveils theme for this year’s Black History Month

Canadian Heritage2025-01-21T10:08:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/01/statement-by-minister-khera-on-lincoln-alexander-day.html

Government of Canada marks Lincoln Alexander Day.

Canadian Heritage2025-01-21T09:20:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/12/canada-welcomes-the-adoption-of-a-second-international-decade-for-people-of-african-descent-by-the-united-nations-general-assembly.html

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Black communities by putting forward transformational investments and initiatives that empower people of African descent, combat anti-Black racism, and address longstanding and systemic barriers to their social and economic inclusion.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-12-18T18:03:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/news/2024/10/financial-literacy-month-launch-event-from-financial-consumer-agency-of-canada.html

Financial Literacy Month launch event From: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada

Financial Consumer Agency of Canada2024-10-31T07:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/10/government-of-canada-launches-call-for-proposals-in-support-of-black-mental-health.html

Today, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, is launching an open call for proposals to allocate $1M under the Mental Health of Black Canadians Fund. Community-based organizations can apply for up to $100,000 to support projects that seek to build organizations’ capacity to develop and deliver programs that promote the mental health of Black people in Canada. The deadline to submit a proposal is November 15, 2024.

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-10-18T15:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/09/100-black-executives-to-take-part-in-the-executive-leadership-development-program-as-part-of-the-action-plan-for-black-public-servants.html

This past month, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, joined 50 Black executives from 2 cohorts to celebrate the launch of a new stream of the Executive Leadership Development Program.

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-10-02T11:23:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/10/second-call-for-proposals-launched-under-the-black-led-philanthropic-endowment-fund.html

Today, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, congratulated the Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) on launching its second call for proposals under the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund. Through a $200-million endowment from the Government of Canada, the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund was established to create a sustainable source of funding for Black-led, Black-focused and Black-serving non-profit organizations and registered charities in Canada.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-10-01T09:44:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-invests-725-million-to-establish-the-national-institute-for-people-of-african-descent.html

Six years ago, Canada officially recognized the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent. By doing so, it committed to making transformative investments in order to celebrate the contributions of Black communities in Canada and work with Black-led and Black-serving organizations across the country to address longstanding systemic barriers to social and economic inclusion.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-08-30T11:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-about-black-communities.html

The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, will announce funding to establish an institute for people of African descent.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-08-29T11:27:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/07/the-government-of-canada-honours-the-national-historic-significance-of-the-jamaican-maroons-in-nova-scotia.html

The Government of Canada honours the national historic significance of the Jamaican Maroons in Nova Scotia

Parks Canada2024-08-01T10:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/07/commemorating-emancipation-day-in-nova-scotia.html

Commemorating Emancipation Day in Nova Scotia

Parks Canada2024-07-30T12:16:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/07/parks-canada-recognizes-the-importance-of-celebrations-of-emancipation-day-for-people-of-african-descent-in-canada.html

These acts of celebration commemorate the abolition of enslavement throughout the British Empire in the 19th century.

Parks Canada2024-07-28T11:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/07/the-government-of-canada-recognizes-the-national-historic-significance-of-celebrations-of-emancipation-day-when-canadians-of-african-descent-marked.html

Emancipation Day, when Canadians of African descent marked the abolition of enslavement across the British Empire with celebrations and festivities, which continue to this day

Parks Canada2024-07-25T08:30:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/04/minister-khera-wraps-up-her-participation-in-the-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-people-of-african-descent.html

Last week, the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, concluded a productive working session at the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent in Geneva. She was joined by a group of Canadians from civil society, who showcased Canada’s commitment to building a more equitable society.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-04-22T16:57:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2024/04/remarks-by-the-deputy-prime-minister-announcing-a-new-youth-mental-health-fund.html

That is why, in the budget, we will be announcing a new, $500 million Youth Mental Health Fund. The Fund will help community mental health organizations across the country provide more access to mental health care for younger Canadians right in their communities.

Department of Finance Canada2024-04-09T15:49:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-call-for-proposals-results-to-support-black-communities.html

Black Canadians have helped make Canada the country it is today. They have also faced historic barriers which continue to prevent many Black Canadians from reaching their full potential. Since endorsing the United Nations (UN) International Decade for People of African Descent back in 2018, the Government of Canada has made significant investments to supporting Black Canadians and fostering positive change in Black communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-29T10:32:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-history-month-in-alberta.html

Minister Boissonnault makes a funding announcement in Edmonton in support of Black History Month.

Canadian Heritage2024-02-23T11:30:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-communities-in-nova-scotia.html

Minister Khera to announce more than $1 million for initiatives supporting Black Nova Scotians.

Canadian Heritage2024-02-23T09:40:40-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/01/the-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-communities-in-british-columbia.html

Minister Khera makes a funding announcement and reveals this year’s theme for Black History Month

Canadian Heritage2024-01-16T18:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/12/call-for-proposals-launched-under-the-black-led-philanthropic-endowment-fund.html

Diversity and inclusion have long been key to Canada’s success and prosperity. With Canada having officially recognized the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent in 2018, the Government continues to invest in Black-led and Black-serving organizations across the country and TO address longstanding and systemic barriers to social and economic inclusion.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-12-18T13:05:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2023/12/the-government-of-canada-launches-the-renewed-multiculturalism-and-anti-racism-program.html

Minister Khera announces a Call for Proposals for the Organizational Capacity Building component of the renewed program

Canadian Heritage2023-12-11T09:00:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/call-for-proposals-launched-under-the-supporting-black-canadian-communities-initiative.html

Today, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, announced that $21.5 million has been allocated to the Black-led National Funders network in a third round of funding.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-11-20T16:02:37-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2023/09/engaging-with-black-communities-to-address-systemic-discrimination-and-overrepresentation-in-the-criminal-justice-system.html

Black people and Black communities continue to live with the effects of prejudice, discrimination, and hatred—from unconscious bias to anti-Black racism, hate crimes and violence.

Department of Justice Canada2023-09-05T15:36:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/05/minister-hussen-participates-in-the-second-session-of-the-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-people-of-african-descent.html

The Government of Canada remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting the inclusion and respect for diversity in its global efforts as a proven path to fostering peaceful and prosperous societies that respect human rights.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-05-31T10:30:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-invests-15-million-to-support-the-mental-health-of-black-communities.html

Today, during Black History Month, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, accompanied by the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced close to $1.5 million in funding to support the mental health of Black individuals and communities.

Public Health Agency of Canada2023-02-24T08:06:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-project-in-support-of-african-nova-scotian-communities.html

In Canada, we all deserve to live in a society that is diverse and inclusive. For Black Canadians, it is important to acknowledge that they have faced—and continue to face—discrimination, inequalities and systemic barriers, which prevent them from fully participating in society. Through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative, the Government of Canada is taking meaningful steps to address the significant and unique challenges Black communities face in Canada by investing in Black-led, Black-focused and Black-serving organizations, initiatives and community spaces.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-02-22T13:09:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/02/minister-gould-announces-funding-for-over-500capacity-building-projects-under-the-supporting-black-canadian-communities-initiative.html

In Canada, diversity is our strength. The Government of Canada is investing in initiatives that celebrate the stories and contributions of Black Canadians while acknowledging the unique challenges they face.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-02-17T11:12:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2023/02/critical-work-on-the-next-phase-of-canadas-black-justice-strategy-begins.html

Black communities in Canada continue to live with the effects of prejudice, discrimination, and hatred—from unconscious bias to anti-Black hate crimes and violence.

Department of Justice Canada2023-02-15T16:15:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2023/02/minister-ng-highlights-how-the-black-entrepreneurship-program-is-helping-black-owned-businesses.html

Black Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs make important contributions to the Canadian economy, yet they continue to face systemic barriers in starting and growing their businesses.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2023-02-09T13:56:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-selects-organization-to-administer-the-black-led-philanthropic-endowment-fund.html

In Canada, diversity is a fact, but inclusion is a choice. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Black Canadian communities across the country through measures built on advancing equity, diversity and social inclusion to combat anti-Black racism and systemic racism in all its forms.

Employment and Social Development Canada2023-02-08T10:00:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/12/minister-hussen-participates-in-the-first-session-of-the-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-people-of-african-descent.html

On December 5, 2022, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, participated virtually in the first session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent.

Employment and Social Development Canada2022-12-07T14:59:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2022/11/statement-by-minister-lametti-on-royal-assent-of-legislation-that-addresses-systemic-racism-and-discrimination-in-the-criminal-justice-system.html

The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today issued the following statement

Department of Justice Canada2022-11-18T09:32:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/11/minister-gould-announces-members-of-the-supporting-black-canadian-communities-initiative-external-reference-group.html

Black Canadians have played an important role in building a better country, despite experiencing ongoing systemic racism. Through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI), the Government of Canada is investing in initiatives that recognize the contributions of Black people in Canada and acknowledging the significant and unique challenges faced by their communities in Canada.

Employment and Social Development Canada2022-11-15T15:37:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/10/government-of-canada-launched-call-for-proposals-for-the-black-led-philanthropic-endowment-fund.html

In Canada, diversity is a fact, but inclusion is a choice. The Government of Canada is supporting Black Canadian communities across the country through measures built on advancing equity and diversity, in order to combat anti-Black racism and systemic racism in all their forms.

Employment and Social Development Canada2022-10-03T09:57:20-04:00