AMO Celebrates Black History Month
Each February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and celebrations that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada and their communities.
The 2026 theme for Black History Month is: “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.” This theme celebrates three decades of Black History Month in Canada by highlighting the enduring contributions of Black Canadians across time. It acknowledges the foundational role of nation builders—those who fought for civil rights, advanced social justice, and shaped Canada’s cultural and political landscape. At the same time, it looks forward to tomorrow’s visionaries, the emerging leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are redefining excellence in every field.
(Source: Government of Canada - Canadian Heritage).
An example of how some municipalities recognize the past and present contributions that Black Canadians make to their communities:
- Town of Aurora Black History Month
- City of Barrie Black History Month
- City of Brampton Celebrates Black History Month
- City of Brantford Black History Month
- Town of East Gwillimbury Black History Month
- City of Hamilton Black History Month
- City of Kawartha Lakes Black History Month
- City of Kitchener Black History Month
- City of Mississauga Celebrates Black History Month
- Town of Newmarket Black History Month
- City of Orillia Black History Month
- City of Oshawa Black History Month
- City of St. Catharines Celebrate Black History Month
- City of Toronto Black History Month