Who's Who in Black Canada

Links

Fortune's 2002 list of the most powerful black executives: This list of the 50 Most Powerful Black Executives in America can be seen as a celebration of what's been achieved by finally reaching the corner office - and an acknowledgment of how far there is still left to go.
The Black Church in Canada: A preliminary survey of the evolution of the Black Church in Canada - Pastor Denise Gillard.
The Complex Face of Black Canada: Article George Elliott Clarke that appeared in the McGill News Alumni Quarterly - Winter 1997.
African-American Odyssey: An extensive on-line exhibit of the history of Blacks in America. By the National Library of Congress.
CanuckLinks: A net portal for Canadians without the cobwebs and clutter of the web.

Afro News: The only regularly printed Black newspaper on the West Coast, with coverage for Central and Eastern Canada.
Ballet British Columbia: John Alleyne is the Artistic Director of this dance company.

Owen Sound's Black History - People of Note: The history of Owen Sound is incomplete without the inclusion of the contribution of its Black citizens. Some are famous beyond the borders of the City. Others are famous locally for their contribution to the development of Owen Sound as a city.
The Anti-Slavery Movement in Canada (yes, there was one!): In 2001, the National Archives of Canada and the National Library of Canada commemorated the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Anti-Slavery Society of Canada in 1851 with this exhibition based on the collections of the two institutions.
Guelph Civic Musuem: History of Black families in the Guelph area.
LaunchFusion.com: Believe it or not, this award-winning site was created by a York University Professor. Check it out for summaries of events from around the world by searching newspaper and radio databases. Updated daily!
Canadian Black Heritage in the Third Millenium: Absolutely one of the best sites! With links for history, education, key individuals, community newspapers, politics, science and technology, the arts, etc.
Canadian Series Of North American Negroes: We're all indebted to the creator of this site for listing key dates in Canadian history and highlighting the involvement of Blacks therein since 1604.
The Ontario Black History Society: Promoting Black History month, reasearch and awareness on the history of Blacks in Ontario.

Marie-Josèphe Angélique: Slavery in Quebec and one woman's story
Le Mois de l'histoire des Noirs 2003: Liste des lauréats honorés lors du mois de l'histoire des noirs en 2003. Ville de Montréal.
Some Missing Pages: The Black Community In The History Of Quebec and Canada: A teacher's guide, complete with lesson plans.
Black Theatre Workshop: In its 34th season, BTW of Montreal seeks to create and popularize Black Canadian Theatre.
The Black Star Project: Bringing together Black men and Black boys through mentorship.
Canada Noir: probably the best and most comprehensive web site pertaining to Blacks in Canada. Check out its sections on business, news and media, arts and entertainment, organizations, etc. An extensive selection of books by and about Blacks in Canada can also be purchased here.

1st James Robinson Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies: Dedicated to the study of Black Canadian perspectives, history, culture and contributions; in honour of the first Black Nova Scotian to graduate from a university (1896 - Dalhousie University).
Locating the Black Body in Canadian Art: On-line art exhibit of the show featured at the Dalhousie Art Gallery August 3rd to September 23rd, 2001. Begin with the essay by Anthony Joyette, then visit the exhibit.
Black Business Initiative: Organisation providing training, funding and business support to stimulate business development and their integration with mainstream business activities.
Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia: History and culture of Blacks in Nova Scotia and the Maritimes.

Saint John Black Heritage Site: An excellent overview of Black history, including business, sports and politics, in New Brunswick. Check out all the pages.
P.R.U.D.E. (Pride of Race, Unity, Dignity Through Education): Organization is dedicated to the full participation of the Black Community in the social, cultural and economic fabric of mainstream New Brunswick life.