02/09/2026
It was truly an honour to attend the 2026 Black History Month Celebration, hosted by the Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, alongside Muhammad Yaseen, Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism.
This year’s theme, “Unifying and Bridging Generations: Black People Shaping and Contributing to Alberta’s Economy and Culture,” deeply resonated with me.
As a Black Francophone woman, community leader, founder, and a member of the Alberta Black Advisory Council, I witness daily how our contributions stretch across generations. From elders who preserved language, resilience, and cultural knowledge, to youth carving new paths in leadership, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. Our stories are interconnected, and our impact is undeniable.
Moments like this are more than celebrations. They are affirmations that Black and black communities are not on the margins of Alberta’s story. We are builders of its economy, stewards of its culture, and contributors to its future.
I am grateful for spaces that centre dialogue, recognition, and shared responsibility, and for the continued opportunity to advocate, advise, and uplift our communities with intention and care.
Black history is not a moment.
It is a living legacy.
And the work continues.
