Join KW Multicultural Centre and the Kitchener Public Library for this informal drop-in program to celebrate Nowruz! Sometimes referred to as the Persian or Iranian New Year. Nowruz is celebrated internationally by many different cultures. Come to the lounge to see the haft sin tables, look at traditional Kurdish and Persian clothing, and see performances by artists....

Join Kind Minds Family Wellness in this workshop titled Understanding Racial Trauma: Building Stronger Support for Black Communities led by Afrocentric counsellor, Charmaine Lane, who will help you gain valuable tools to enhance your work and build more equitable, trust-centred relationships with Black individuals and communities. Who is This Workshop For? Social workers, therapists, and...

Join Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo Campus for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of women in leadership roles in Canadian politics. Presenter: Kate Graham Panel Include: Natasha Salonen Elected the first female Mayor of Wilmot in 2022, making her the youngest female mayor in Ontario history. Meena Waseem Civic engagement advocate and Waterloo District School Board...

Join the Coalition of Muslim Women for a community conversation where families come together to share, learn and explore ways to stand against hate and create  safer, more inclusive spaces for everyone. "Bring your family, your voices, and your hope for change, all because building a future free from hate starts with us." Register with...

Elections are a powerful opportunity to drive change and shape our collective future. But many individuals and communities still face barriers to participation. With the federal election just a few weeks away, now is the time to equip everyone with the knowledge they need to vote and make their voices count. Join the Democratic Engagement Exchange in non-partisan...

The Black Research Network (BRN) is a Research Conversation Series connecting University of Toronto researchers for insightful and meaningful conversations about Black-led research and leadership. Topic: The Role of Black and Indigenous Pedagogies in Shaping Global Classrooms How do Black and Indigenous pedagogical approaches challenge dominant educational frameworks? What does it look like to center...

If you are a youth, don't miss this opportunity to make friends and learn about black excellence! Join Kind Minds Family Wellness Youth's Black Excellence Event What to Expect: Learn More about black excellence and history Trivia and Q&A Meet and make new friends Lunch will be provided Bus passes will be provided Volunteer hours...

Do you want to hear from experts and local candidates about key issues of interests to Canada's Faith Communities, such as Climate Change, Poverty, Immigration, Refugee and Migrant Rights? Join Martin Luther University College and Citizens for Public Justic on April 8th at Mount Zion Lutheran Church for Faithful Election Conversations, an event focused on areas of...

Citizens for Cambridge, Waterloo Region Community Foundation and Cambridge Neighbourhood Organizations invites you to hear directly from candidates about their platforms, priorities, and visions for our community before the federal election on April 28, 2025. The majority of the Federal candidates from both local ridings—Cambridge and Kitchener South–Hespeler—have agreed to participate in separate town hall...

Join the Ontario Alliance of Black School Educators in this virtual webinar, as they explore the importance of Black youth engagement in K-12 public school education, and empasizing strategies for empowering students through mentorship, outreach programs, and student leadership initiatives. Don't miss out Panelists: Tolorunlogo Akinrinola Dionne Banton Focus Areas: The role of mentorship and...

Join Regional Councillor Colleen James, Operation Black Vote Canada and Run4Office Waterloo Region for an engaging afternoon of networking, discussions, and political insight at Lunch and Politics Waterloo Region Edition! This event is designed to connect community members, youth, and political leaders to foster meaningful conversations about civic engagement, leadership, and representation. Agenda Highlights: ✅ Networking & Welcome Reception ✅ Opening Address – Reflecting on 20 years...

Canada’s only non-partisan national summit focused on electoral democracy is coming to Montreal, May 20-21, 2025! The Canadian Vote Summit provides a unique space for leaders, policymakers, and citizens to collaborate on ensuring elections drive responsive, inclusive governance. The 2025 theme is Power of Participation. The Summit will address: Trust, Governance & Electoral Democracy: Fostering public...