Join the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment on Saturday, February 22, 2025 for their Black History Month Celebration & Fundraiser: Honouring the Legacy, Re-imagining the Future: Celebrating Black Achievements & Advancing Justice.

As part of the festivities, guests can look forward to:

• Remarks by the Honourable. Dr. Jean Augustine, the first Black woman to be elected as a Member of Parliament, and responsible for the federal recognition of Black History Month in Canada.
• A keynote speech and Q&A by Trey Anthony, award-winning playwright and author of Da Kink in My Hair.
• Performances by Jean Augustine Centre participants and spoken word artist, Coco LaRain Veira.
• A catered brunch prepared by celebrity Chef, Michael Woods.
  An opportunity to support Black economy with Black marketplace vendors.