DESTA Black Community Network

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DESTA empowers Montreal’s English‑speaking Black community through Justice and Culture programs that equip entrepreneurs, creators, storytellers, cultural innovators and individuals impacted by incarceration.

This summer, DESTA relaunches our space with Future Frequencies — a season of cultural expression, music, food, artistry...
06/11/2026

This summer, DESTA relaunches our space with Future Frequencies — a season of cultural expression, music, food, artistry, conversation, and intergenerational wisdom shaping Black collective futures.

Grounded in creativity, curiosity, and community, this season invites us to tune into the frequencies that connect, sustain, and move us forward.

We are also excited to relaunch Onyx Lab, unveil new events, welcome a new culture cohort, and introduce you to some incredible new community members soon. 👀

Expect gatherings, creative experiences, and community moments all summer long — culminating in our big Labour Day celebration. New energy. New programming. More details coming soon! 🖤

Tomorrow! Join the DESTA Linkup Community Mixer! Get your free ticket to receive a DESTA QR magnet, our complimentary gi...
06/10/2026

Tomorrow! Join the DESTA Linkup Community Mixer! Get your free ticket to receive a DESTA QR magnet, our complimentary gift that lets you donate and access our resources with a simple scan. 🧲

Come and learn more about our work, connect with the community, and enjoy the experience with music curated by DJ .a.d.j.u.d.a.

🎟 Tickets are going fast. Click the link in our bio to reserve yours!

📍Cova Square Victoria, 413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

     

Tickets are going fast! Don't miss your chance to join the DESTA Linkup Spring Community Mixer! 🎉Enjoy an evening of eng...
06/09/2026

Tickets are going fast! Don't miss your chance to join the DESTA Linkup Spring Community Mixer! 🎉

Enjoy an evening of engaging conversations, food and refreshments, a complimentary DESTA QR magnet, and fresh tunes by our guest DJ, b.a.d.j.u.d.a!

Whether you’re a community partner, past or current participant, an artist or creative, an organization, a supporter, or simply curious about who we are and what we do, this mixer is a chance to meet the people behind the programs, share ideas, and spark collaborations.

🗓 June 11, 2026 from 5-8PM

📍Cova Square Victoria, 413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

🎟️ Admission is FREE. Reserve your spot: https://DestaLinkupSpringCommunityMixer.eventbrite.ca

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You’re invited to the DESTA Linkup Community Mixer featuring our guest DJ, BADJUDA! 🎶BADJUDA is a DJ and producer from ...
06/05/2026

You’re invited to the DESTA Linkup Community Mixer featuring our guest DJ, BADJUDA! 🎶

BADJUDA is a DJ and producer from Paris, based in Montreal, who crafts percussive & fluid sonic experiences drawn from Afro-Lusophone & Afro-Latin sounds while moving freely across electronic genres. Her name, meaning “young lady” in Cape Verdean and Bissau-Guinean Creoles, reflects the heritage and spirit she brings to the dancefloor. BADJUDA plays to move bodies and pra matar a saudade, guiding warm journeys through diasporic rhythms.

Come and connect with the people behind the programs, exchange ideas, and build meaningful collaborations. Food and refreshments will be provided, and each guest will receive a complimentary QR magnet.

📍Cova Square Victoria, 413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

✨ RSVP now, it’s free! Link in bio.

06/04/2026

The DESTA Linkup Community Mixer returns on June 11th! We’re giving away free QR magnets that make it easy to donate and support our work anytime, while keeping our resources, programs, and opportunities just one scan away. 🧲

Connect with us over great conversations, food and refreshments, and fresh tunes by guest DJ, .a.d.j.u.d.a.

📍Cova Square Victoria, 413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

✨RSVP now, it’s free: https://DestaLinkupSpringCommunityMixer.eventbrite.ca

➡️ Magnets developed by .moi

Are you looking to expand your network, make meaningful connections, and discover new opportunities at DESTA? Come and j...
06/03/2026

Are you looking to expand your network, make meaningful connections, and discover new opportunities at DESTA? Come and join our Linkup Spring Community Mixer!

Enjoy an evening of engaging conversations, food and refreshments, a complimentary DESTA QR magnet, and fresh tunes by our guest DJ, b.a.d.j.u.d.a!

Whether you’re a community partner, past or current participant, an artist or creative, an organization, a supporter, or simply curious about who we are and what we do, this mixer is a chance to meet the people behind the programs, share ideas, and spark collaborations.

🗓 June 11, 2026 from 5-8PM

📍Cova Square Victoria, 413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

🎟️ Admission is FREE, but spots are limited. Reserve your tickets: https://DestaLinkupSpringCommunityMixer.eventbrite.ca


The Desta Linkup Community Mixer is back this Spring! Join us for an easygoing evening of conversation, community, refre...
05/21/2026

The Desta Linkup Community Mixer is back this Spring! Join us for an easygoing evening of conversation, community, refreshments, and music.

Whether you’re a community partner, past or current participant, an artist or creative, an organization, a supporter, or simply curious about who we are and what we do, this mixer is a chance to meet the people behind the programs, share ideas, and spark collaborations.

Come by and say hello at our brand‑new workspace at Cova Square Victoria!

🗓 Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 5-8PM

📍413 Rue Saint-Jacques Suite 700

🎟 Reserve your free tickets: https://DestaLinkupSpringCommunityMixer.eventbrite.ca

DESTA is proud to present the screening of Stefan Verna’s film, Night Watches Us, with the National Film Board of Canada...
05/08/2026

DESTA is proud to present the screening of Stefan Verna’s film, Night Watches Us, with the National Film Board of Canada.

Night Watches Us examines the systemic forces that lead to the tragic passing of Nicholas Gibbs, telling the story through the eyes of his family and community, united in their collective grief. Using a blend of documentary styles mixed with street art and spoken word, this film is a love letter in honour of Nicholas and the Gibbs family.

The event will feature a screening of the documentary, followed by an expert panel discussion with light refreshments served.

🗓 May 29, 2026 at 7PM

📍Union United Church — 3007 Rue Delisle

🎟 Tickets are free to the community and available through Eventbrite registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1989025251069?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for Afro-Queer Poetry Night, a celebration of Afro-Queer art across the diaspora! 🎤✨Created by Madpoetix Product...
05/07/2026

Join us for Afro-Queer Poetry Night, a celebration of Afro-Queer art across the diaspora! 🎤✨

Created by Madpoetix Productions in collaboration with Fondation Massimadi and DESTA Black Community Network. This is a dedicated space for Black & BIPOC q***r voices to speak, be heard, and express themselves through the rawest form of art. Come forward, support, and celebrate a beautiful community and its purest expression – AFROQUEER!

🥂Each ticket includes 2 complimentary drink tickets.

🗓 Date: May 20, 2026

📍Venue: 1221 Crescent Street

⏰ Doors Open: 6:00PM | Showtime: 7:00PM

🎟 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/afro-q***r-spoken-word-open-micsoiree-de-poesie-afro-q***r-tickets-1988912462716?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Rejoignez-nous pour la Soirée de poésie afro-q***r, une célébration de l'art afro-q***r à travers la diaspora, organisée par Madpoetix Productions en collaboration avec la Fondation Massimadi et DESTA Réseau de la communauté noire. 🎤✨

Il s'agit d'un espace dédié aux voix q***r noires et BIPOC pour s'exprimer, se faire entendre et s'épanouir à travers la forme d'art la plus brute qui soit. Venez nombreux pour soutenir et célébrer une communauté magnifique et son expression la plus pure: AFROQUEER!

🥂 Chaque billet comprend 2 coupons de consommation gratuits.

🗓 Date : 20 mai 2026

📍Lieu : 1221, rue Crescent

⏰ Ouverture des portes : 18h00 | Début du spectacle : 19h00

🎟 Billets : https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/afro-q***r-spoken-word-open-micsoiree-de-poesie-afro-q***r-tickets-1988912462716?aff=oddtdtcreator

Grateful to the Mayor of Little Burgundy and her incredible team for joining us last Saturday at our Bargain & BBQ and s...
05/05/2026

Grateful to the Mayor of Little Burgundy and her incredible team for joining us last Saturday at our Bargain & BBQ and showing such meaningful support for our community.✨

Your presence reminded us that strong neighborhoods are built through connection, collaboration, and showing up for one another.

Thank you for taking the time to celebrate, engage, and invest in the people who make this community so vibrant.

Together, we continue building spaces where community thrives.
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Un immense merci à la mairesse de la Petite-Bourgogne et à son incroyable équipe d’avoir été présentes samedi dernier lors de notre Bargain & BBQ et d’avoir démontré un soutien aussi précieux envers notre communauté.✨

Votre présence nous rappelle que des quartiers forts se bâtissent grâce aux liens, à la collaboration et à l’engagement concret.

Merci d’avoir pris le temps de célébrer, d’échanger et d’investir dans les personnes qui font vibrer cette communauté.

Ensemble, nous continuons à créer des espaces où la communauté peut s’épanouir.

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1950 Street Antoine Ouest
Montreal, QC
H3J1A5

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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