Join us in celebrating the powerful past and present contributions of Black women whose legacies continue to shape Canada’s story.

This session is a protected, culturally affirming space for Black and Racialized women to gather, reflect, and reconnect with the stories that have shaped our identity, resilience, and brilliance in Canada.

Through guided storytelling, reflection, and shared dialogue, participants will explore:

• Hidden and erased histories of Black people in Canada

• The impact of colonization, migration, and resistance

• Our collective lineage, strength, and survival

• A renewed sense of pride, grounding, and belonging

This is not simply a history lesson — it is a space of remembrance, healing, and reclamation.

Each session is capped at 20 participants to ensure an intimate, meaningful experience.

Meet the Facilitator

Facilitator: Naïka Thomas - R.N., BscN., MPH

Health Equity Specialist

I’m Naïka Thomas, a Health Equity Specialist and the founder of QueensConnected. I develop and facilitate anti-racism learning sessions with a public health lens for employees and community organizations. More than 600 employees attended my sessions in the past two years.

I also support organizations in navigating sensitive issues such as racism and discrimination, including microaggressions, while exploring the health impacts of racism and the broader social determinants of health.

I hope you’ll join us for this session and take a moment to reconnect with the stories that continue to shape us.