
The District of West Vancouver joins people and organizations across Canada to celebrate Black History Month. This year the Government of Canada announced that the theme for Black History Month 2025 is "Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations."
This theme highlights and celebrates the remarkable contributions that Black people in Canada make to our country every day. It also reflects on Canada’s painful history and the distinct challenges that Black people in Canada continue to face.
When announcing the 2025 theme, The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, said "The history of Black communities in Canada is an integral part of Canadian history. This year’s theme is about reflecting and celebrating the contributions of Black Canadians in shaping our country while paving the way for a more equitable and inclusive future."
Canada has recognized and celebrated Black History Month since 1995, following the initiative of the Honourable Jean Augustine, Canada’s first black Member of Parliament.
Opportunities to learn more:
- Instagram Takeover for Black History and Futures Month | Grades 6-7 - West Vancouver Memorial Library
- BC Black History Awareness Society
- Why February was chosen as Black History Month by Ingrid Wilson
- Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho
The District is committed to addressing systemic racism in the organization by providing education to build awareness, educating staff, and developing a policy to measure and improve organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion.