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CONGRATULATIONS  ROSEMARY

The Ontario Black History Society proudly congratulates our Past President, Rosemary Sadlier, on being awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Toronto Metropolitan University, to be conferred later this June.

This recognition reflects a lifetime of extraordinary leadership, advocacy, and service to Black Canadian history and heritage. As the longest-serving head of a provincial heritage organization focused on Black history in Canada, Rosemary Sadlier has dedicated decades to ensuring that the stories, contributions, and experiences of Black Canadians are recognized, preserved, and celebrated.

Among her many accomplishments, she initiated and championed the formal commemoration of February as Black History Month in Canada and, through 21 years of determined advocacy and resilience, helped secure the formal recognition of August 1 as Emancipation Day at every level of government across Canada.

Her unwavering commitment has helped transform Canada's historical landscape and deepen public understanding of our shared history.

The Ontario Black History Society is delighted to see this well-deserved honour bestowed upon Rosemary Sadlier and celebrates this recognition of her enduring contributions to Canada.

Congratulations, Rosemary!

The Ontario Black History Society is dedicated to the
study, preservation and promotion of Black History and heritage.

Recognition and documentation of the contributions of peoples of African descent and their collective histories, past and present, through education, research and collaboration.

Educational

Initiatives  and Exhibits

Inclusion of Black History material

in school curricula African

Contributions and Histories

Ontario Black History Society

38th Annual Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch

Thanks to all who attended

Volunteer Interim Treasurer Sought

The OBHS is searching for an experienced volunteer interim treasurer.

The treasurer logs incoming funds and membership fees, liaises with the office manager, president, accountant, and occasionally, the auditor.

The term is two to three months, with the possibility of being elected at the upcoming AGM for a further one-year term. Work from home.

This is a no-pressure position in a friendly, non-profit organization.

Please send your CV to: admin@blackhistorysociety.ca ATTN: James.

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The Ontario Black History Society  is

about the recognition and documentation of the contributions of peoples of African descent and

their collective histories, past and present, through education, research and collaboration.

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EXHIBITS

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Ontario Black  
History Society

Contact the
Ontario Black History Society

10 Adelaide Street East, Suite 402
Toronto, ON M5C 1J3
Canada

Phone: 416-867-9420

admin@blackhistorysociety.ca ​​​

Office hours are by appointment only

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