2:00pm – 5:00pm
Saint Paul University, main auditorium, 223 Main St, Ottawa,
ON K1S 1C4
Black History Month Launch & Opening Ceremony. An afternoon of inspiration and entertainment reflecting the theme “Our Canadian Story: Celebrating Our Maritime Roots”, to highlight the many contributions and achievements of Black Maritimers, as well as to promote the role of Black Maritime history in the overall Black experience in Canada. Highlights: Proclamation of 2016 Black History Month city-wide observance by the Mayor of Ottawa; unveiling of Canada Post BHM stamp; presentation of 2016 Black History Ottawa Community Builder Awards as well as the John G. Dennison Award & inaugural President’s Award; announcement of the winners of the 2016 RBC Black History Month Essay Competition. Free Admission. Donations to Black History Ottawa encouraged and gratefully accepted. Information: [email protected]Tuesday, February 2, 2016
7:30 PM
4th Floor Paterson Hall, room 433, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive
The Institute of African Studies and History Watch Project Presents: “Research, Repression, and Freedom: A conversation with David Austin” Hosted by CBC’s Adrian Harewood. Drawing on his award-winning book, Fear of a Black Nation: Race, Sex, and Security in Sixties Montreal as a point of departure, this wide-ranging conversation will touch a number of subjects related to politics, race, security, prisons, incarceration and human freedom. The conversation will be facilitated by CBC’s Adrian Harewood.
About David Austin: David Austin is the author Fear of a Black Nation: Race, Sex, and Security in Sixties Montreal, winner of the 2014 Casa de las Americas Prize for literature in English or Creole. He is also the editor of You Don’t Play with Revolution: The Montreal Lectures of C.L.R. James, and has produced radio documentaries on the life and work of Frantz Fanon and C.L.R. James for CBC’s flagship program, Ideas. He currently teaches in the Humanities, Philosophy and Religion Department at John Abbott College.
RSVP: https://blackhistorymonth2016.eventbrite.ca
For more information, please contact the Dr. Audra Diptee at [email protected]February 3 & 24 and March 5 at 7:30 pm
National Arts Centre Fourth Stage, 53 Elgin Street, K1P 5W1
Black Music Series 2016 at the National Arts Centre. MDA Productions presents a 3-concert series in collaboration with the Miguel de Armas Quartet, featuring Ferline Regis (Feb. 3), Abel Maxwell (Feb. 24) and Diane White (March 5). Black Music Series 2016 will highlight performances of black Artists representatives of the Ottawa music scene in different genres such as Gospel, Soul, Jazz, Pop, R&B, among others. Cover charge (if applicable) $25 each concert.
Info: 1-866-850-2787; 1-888-991-2787Friday, February 5, 2016
8PM–12AM
SAW Gallery, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B9
Vernissage: THE FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN: Exhibition presented by the Embassy of the United States, Ottawa, in collaboration with Galerie SAW Gallery. Artists : Al Black, Ellis Buckner, George Buckner, Mary Ann Carroll, Johnny Daniels, Willie Daniels, James Gibson, Alfred Hair, R.A. Roy McLendon, Harold Newton, Lemuel
Newton, Sam Newton + Livingston Roberts (Fort Pierce, USA). Commissioned works by Pierre Lachance (Montréal), Tyler Reekie (Ottawa) + Peter Shmelzer (Ottawa). Curator Guy Bérubé, Director: LPM Projects (Ottawa). Music by DJ Chris Jabbour (Ottawa). Free admission to the exhibition and related events. The exhibition runs from Feb. 5-29, 2016. More info: Phone:(613) 236-6181
ABOUT THE ARTISTS: The Florida Highwaymen were a group of 26 African-American landscape painters that formed during the 1950s in Fort Pierce, Florida. Their careers took shape in a time and place where pursuing a career as an artist presented an alternative to working in citrus groves and labor camps. Denied access to private galleries due to segregation, the Highwaymen made a living selling their work door to door and from their cars along Florida’s eastern coastal roads A1A and US 1. Mary Ann Carroll, the only female artist in the
group, will travel to Ottawa for the opening of the exhibition and will participate in a series of public events discussing her life, art, and experiences as a member of the group. In 2011, Mrs. Carroll travelled to
Washington, D.C., and presented one of her works to First Lady Michelle Obama.Saturday, February 6, 2016
9pm
National Arts Centre Fourth Stage
CONCERT: 2016 TD Ottawa Winter Jazz Fest presents: David Virelles (piano) and Roman Diaz (percussion). Named the “#1 Rising Star” in the Piano category in DownBeat Magazine’s 2015 Critics Poll, 32 year old pianist/composer David Virelles is already perhaps the most intriguing Afro-Cuban jazz artist of his generation. Díaz, known as a member of the seminal Cuban rumba group Yoruba Andabo and an architect of the genre’s contemporary sound, accompanies Virelles on the biankoméko. More artist info at:http://ottawajazzfestival.com/artists/david-virelles-and-roman-diaz/Tickets: $22 Available online at http://ottawajazzfestival.com/tickets/
Sunday, February 7, 2016
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Ottawa Public Library, Nepean Centrepointe Branch, Children’s Program Room 101 Centrepointe Drive
Children’s Stories in the Diaspora
Listen to readers from the black community share children’s stories written by black authors from the diaspora. Books from the library will be on display and a local bookseller will have books for sale on site. All are welcome to attend this family event. A partnership between the Ottawa Public Library and Black History Ottawa. Free Admission.
Information: [email protected]
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
5:30pm
Main Branch, Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe St.
Network of Black Business & Professional Women presents: The screening of “9th Floor” – a National Film Board production about the Sir George Williams University (now Concordia University) infamous Black Students’ riot against racism on the 9th floor of the Hall Building in downtown Montreal. Made even more relevant today in light of recent student anti-racism protests in the United States. Following the screening, there will be a panel discussion featuring special guest Senator Ann Cools – who took part in the protest – and local student leaders. Cover charge (if applicable): Free will donation.
More info: Irene Mlambo VP Events Planning, NB2PW; 613 712-0700, [email protected]
Website address (if applicable):www.nb2pw.org
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
9:30am – 4:30pm
Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre, 300 Des Pères-Blancs Ottawa, ON, KIL 7L5
ACB Health Symposium for Service Providers – This event brings together, service providers, community leaders and partners to address health, social and community development issues that affect the ACB communities in Ottawa. It is a time of learning, solutions, and networking. Come and be part of the discussions. Admission is free. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Register at: http://2016acbsymposium.eventbrite.ca Contact person: More info: Tel: 613-290-2556 email: [email protected]
www.osph.ca / swchc.on.ca
Friday, February 19, 2016
6:30pm
Montgomery Legion -330 Kent St, Ottawa
Black Ottawa Business Network Social Group 2nd annual “Our Health Matters” Fundraiser. This Interactive Speaker Series is a yearly initiative that has been formed to create an awareness around the affects of Diabetes in the afro/Caribbean/Canadian community. EDUCATION: Our mission is to educate the community on -Diabetes Basics -Signs & Symptoms -Body Movement & Daily Activities -Management & Prevention -Nutrition & Daily Intake -Proper Foot Care -Diabetes Screenings -Health Insurance Coverage -Diabetes Charter for Canada ENTERTAINMENT: We will have a wonderful array of music, poetry and songs by local artists. EXPO: Our mini market will have a silent auction, door prizes & feature local businesses and service providers that contribute to health and wellness. Admission: $15.00 * Online tickets available at >http://www.sophiajevents.com/our-health-matters-2016.html
Saturday February 20, 2016
10am – 2pm
Hintonburg Community Centre -1064 Wellington Street, Ottawa
Hair Roots & Body Rhythms presented by The School of Afro-Caribbean Dance & Curly Hair Designs. Workshop Schedule: Hair Roots: Celebrate Your Hair ! 10AM-11:15AM -Teen Party (12+). 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Kids Party (Children 11 and under) Admission: $10.00 (Healthy snack included). Body Rhythms: Afro-Caribbean Dance Workshop 10am-11am.: Folktales & Rhythms (Children (11 and under). 11:30am-1pm.: Celebrate Your Body Rhythms! ( Adults & Teens).Admission: $5.00 Community Marketplace – Reserve you spot Limited Free spaces available.
More information: 613-355-1562 [email protected] 613- 863- 3493 [email protected]
Saturday, February 20, 2016
6:30 pm
will collect, 2200 Benjamin Ave. Off Woodroffe and the 417. Parking is free.
Gospel Concert : “Let my People Go” – A Celebration of the Journey of African people’s through negro Spirituals, Contemporary Gospel music and spoken word. Featuring The Ottawa SDA Church Choir, Male Chorus, 4th Ave. Baptist Church choir, the youth mass choir and more. Admission: Free; donations will be collected for the Black Canadian Scholarship Fund.
For more info: www.ottawasda.org or 613 728 3558
Thursday, February 25, 2016
7:30pm
NAC Fourth Stage, Ottawa
CONCERT: Samito. Samito is a Mozambican/Canadian artist whose music blends acoustica & electronica to create a distinct sound partly inspired by his upbringing in Maputo. He has worked with Nom De Plume, New Groove Orchestra, Emma Frank, Pierre Kwenders, etc. His influences include Seu Jorge, Imogen Heap, Talvin Singh and Shangaan beat. Samito was announced one of 2015 – 2016 Révélations Radio – Canada which is a personalized program designed to showcase and promote the most promising talents. He will perform at the National Arts Centre’s Fourth Stage on February 25 at 7:30 p.m., as part of the NAC Presents series. Tickets: $20
For more information: http://nac-cna.ca/en/event/12481
Thursday, February 25, 2016
7:00 pm
SAW Gallery, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa
One World Arts film screening: Invisible City. “Invisible City” is a moving story of two boys from Toronto’s Regent Park crossing into adulthood – their mothers and mentors rooting for them to success; their environment and social pressures tempting them to make poor choices. Turning his camera on the often ignored inner city, Academy-award nominated director Hubert Davis sensitively depicts the disconnection of urban poverty and race from the mainstream. The film won the Best Canadian Feature award at the 2009 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival. The film will be followed by a panel discussion including Chelby Daigle, Ottawa Police Service, Donald Morse, a planner with the City of Ottawa and a third panellist, to be confirmed. Suggested donation is $5 for the general public and $4 for One World Arts(www.oneworldarts.ca) members. Seating is limited.
More info: (613) 912-3378 ext. 1.
Saturday, February 27, 2016
6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. (Cocktails @ 6:00 p.m. and dinner @ 7:00 p.m.)
Sheraton Ottawa Hotel, 150 Albert Street, Ottawa
Global Community Alliance Gala Night & Award Ceremony
Admission: $65 per person (with complimentary cocktails). Advance tickets only.
An annual event to highlight the diversity within the Ottawa community and recognize individuals, associations, businesses and organizations that have made a significant difference within our diverse community. Featuring a keynote speaker, award recipients, and enlightening entertainment for the evening. Part of the proceeds to be donated to Black History Ottawa.
Information: Yomi or Kelly Pratt [email protected] or [email protected] Fax: 613-824-6392
Sunday, February 28, 2016
6:30 pm doors open, 7:00pm start
Cathedral Hall, 414 Sparks St., Ottawa
CONCERT TD Proudly sponsors Dueling Pianos, presented by Thunder Dome Sounds, Part of TD Bank 2016 Black History Mouth Series. Celebrate Black History Month with Juno award recipient Eddie Bullen and his son, Quincy Bullen, playing a dynamic range of musical pieces with a powerful messages that covers several genres, jazz, classical, popular and Caribbean beats. Proceeds will benefit Oxfam’s work. Oxfam Canada supports social justice in Canada and around the world. Tickets $25 RSVP:http://www.oxfam.ca/events/dueling-pianos
For more information, please contact Megan Feltham @ [email protected]
Disclaimer: All events are in English unless otherwise indicated. Please note that the info above was correct at the time of publication and are subject to change without notice by the organisers. Black History Ottawa will not be responsible or liable for any accidents, injuries, property damage or other untoward incidents that may occur during any of the events of Black History Month.