February 2026 marks a major milestone in Canadian history: the 30th anniversary of the official recognition of Black History Month. For three decades, this month has been dedicated to celebration, reflection, and commitment to a truth long ignored: Black Canadians have contributed to building the country, generation after generation.

For several decades, analysts and economists have predicted that the 21st century will be Africa’s. Explosive demographics, abundant natural resources, and the continent’s growing digitalization fuel this optimism.

The history of Black communities in Quebec dates back to New France, long before the province became what it is today. A history often erased from textbooks, yet essential to understanding the present and the journey traveled.

In the winter of 1858, the night sky over Chatham, Ontario was a frozen canopy of stars. Among them, the Big Dipper—long used as a celestial compass—pointed north, guiding thousands across the invisible line between bondage and freedom.

Before chains, ships, and forced labor, there were nations, scholars, and systems of knowledge refined over centuries. African civilizations had mathematicians, architects, philosophers, healers, and artists shaping societies long before European colonization. Yet, for generations of Black Americans, these histories vanished—not suddenly, but gradually, deliberately erased from textbooks, classrooms, and public memory.

An initiative led by Christine is redefining collaboration dynamics among entrepreneurs by focusing on networking, visibility, and access to markets. Through Le Collectif Événementiel, this entrepreneur offers a hybrid space — both digital and physical — designed to foster exchanges, partnerships, and business opportunities.

The organization Les Survivants is celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, providing young people with a unique space to build self-confidence and overcome past traumas.

There is a particular kind of loneliness that hides in plain sight. It surfaces at crowded gatherings, in shared apartments, even in committed relationships. It is not the absence of people but the absence of connection — a quiet, persistent sense of being unseen while surrounded by others.

Black history is not a seasonal observance or a marginal footnote—it is foundational to understanding the modern world

Having hundreds of online contacts, a schedule packed with appointments, and yet feeling a persistent emptiness: this paradox affects a growing number of people. Behind constant interactions and lively evenings, some describe a troubling sense of invisibility, as if no one truly sees them.

The conversation around aging and senior living continues to grow as populations live longer and face the complexities of choosing where to spend their later years. For many, the decision to live in a senior residence or remain at home is shaped not only by health, family ties, and personal comfort but also by social interaction and safety. Seniors themselves offer a unique perspective, sharing the realities of life in both environments and highlighting the support systems th

Guest on Festibec TV, Cameroonian content creator La Maline 237 presented Alone Here, her first full-length cinematic project, a committed film that explores the psychological, financial, and social challenges faced by international students in the West, particularly in Canada.

The life and legacy of Gloria Baylis Clark remain insufficiently known across Canada, despite their lasting impact on civil rights, healthcare, and Black entrepreneurship. Her story, rooted in resilience and determination, continues to inspire new generations while highlighting the need to more fully document Black history in the country.

The program Communauté en action, broadcast on Afrobl TV, recently highlighted a community initiative led by members of the Burundian diaspora in Canada: kirondisation, an educational project aimed at teaching Kirundi to children and young people of Burundian origin who were born or raised in the country.

The story of Gloria Baylis Clark stands as a defining chapter in Canada’s civil rights, healthcare, and business history—one that remains insufficiently known despite its national significance. Born in Barbados, Clark migrated abroad more than six decades ago, carrying with her a determination that would ultimately reshape opportunities for Black Canadians.

Soraya Martinez Ferrada made history by becoming the first immigrant to hold the mayoralty of Montréal. Her election is not just a political shift: it symbolizes a turning point for the metropolis, reflecting its diversity, resilience, and capacity for renewal.

The latest gala of the Quebec entrepreneurial ecosystem was far more than a one-time celebration: it was a moment of assessment, clarification of priorities, and reaffirmation of a collective vision.

The International Symposium of Afro-Entrepreneur Women CIFA 2025 is shaping up to be a major platform dedicated to leadership, innovation, and the impact of Afro-descendant women in the entrepreneurial space. Under the themes “Challenges, innovation and impact of Afro-entrepreneur women for strengthened pan-Canadian cooperation and integration aligned with Canada’s strategy for Africa,”

In an evening filled with emotion and collective determination, the voice of Christian Basson, Regional Director of Business Development for the Black Community at TD Bank, resonated with sincerity and strength that captivated the audience.

In an atmosphere both moving and resolutely forward-looking, an evening tribute was organized in honor of the AfroMuseum, that emblematic Montreal venue that is temporarily closing its doors after more than eleven years of existence.