Celebrating Black History Month at Carleton University

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In 1995, after a motion by politician Jean Augustine, representing the riding of Etobicoke—Lakeshore in Ontario, Canada’s House of Commons officially recognized February as Black History Month.

During Black History Month, people in Canada celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black people and their communities. Members of the Carleton community mark this month annually in a variety of ways.

While Black History Month is an important moment to mark annually, Carleton recognizes that Black inclusion must be an everyday, year-round priority.

Stories & Announcements

February 23, 2023

Institute of African Studies celebrates new home in Dunton Tower

On February 17, Carleton’s Institute of African Studies (IAS) welcomed faculty members, students and members of the university and broader Ottawa communities to celebrate a landmark moment.

February 16, 2023

Celebrating Black History Month: Carleton Faculty and Staff Dedicated to Black Inclusion

Learn more about members of the Black community at Carleton who are dedicated to greater Black inclusion and anti-Black racism in the classroom, on the field and in their personal lives. Menna Agha, assistant professor,... More

February 15, 2023

Kerry-Ann Lindo Memorial Award

A FutureFunder campaign in honour of Kerry-Ann Stephanie Lindo to support outstanding full-time undergraduate Black students enrolled in a degree program within the Faculty of Science.

February 14, 2023

ELITE Program for Black Youth Offers Work Placements and Workshops to Foster Career Success

Not all students have access to the same opportunities. Members of underrepresented groups often need to invest more effort to obtain opportunities that others might take for granted.