A guide to Black History Month activities in Caledon
A list of events and programs where Caledon residents can learn about the impact of the Black community on the town and country’s history.
Caledon is marking Black History Month with several exhibits and presentations, including impacts made by residents, to raise awareness of how the community has shaped the town and country’s history.
A flag-raising ceremony will take place on Feb. 4 at the Caledon Town Hall, located at 6311 Old Church Rd. in Caledon East.
“Black History Month is an opportunity to reflect on our shared history, celebrate the achievements and resilience of Black communities, and foster learning and connection,” Mayor Annette Groves said in a media statement.
“I encourage everyone to attend our various community events that bring awareness to the work done by the Black community to shape our country.”
- Our Voices, Our Journeys: This virtual exhibit, available on the PAMA (Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives) website, is a celebration of one of many black communities in Peel Region. Created in partnership with the North Peel Community Church, it highlights the personal journeys of leaders and mentors from the congregation. Members’ photos and objects illustrate stories of immigration and family life, and how they established a community of faith in Caledon.
- Black Trailblazers Exhibit: An exhibit of more than 50 Black trailblazers in fields of sport, armed forces, media and military veterans. Displayed in partnership with PAMA and North Peel Community Church, this presentation can be viewed at the Caledon East Community Complex, Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness, and Southfields Community Centre until Feb. 28.
- Joan Butterfield’s art collection display: An exhibition of art pieces depicting Black culture by Joan Butterfield, is on display at the Town Hall Atrium from Feb. 4 to 28.
- Black History Month flag raising: The flag raising ceremony takes place at the Town Hall on Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m.
- IDEA Caledon film presentation – “Quest” (2017): Released in 2017, “Quest” chronicles the life of a Black family living in Philadelphia over 10 years. The documentary film can be viewed on Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Caledon East Community Complex, Banquet Hall. Admission is free and refreshments are included.
“This February and beyond, the Town of Caledon reaffirms its commitment to celebrating Black culture, providing educational opportunities to staff, recognizing Black history, amplifying Black voices and celebrating the lives of Black Canadians,” officials said in the press release announcing the activities.
By Metroland Staff, Caledon Enterprise
