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✊🏾Black-led, Black-serving & supports Black-owned!

Tune in this morning at 11 AM on CHUO FM 89.1 for a special feature on Black on Black !Come listen to & speaking abou...
08/16/2025

Tune in this morning at 11 AM on CHUO FM 89.1 for a special feature on Black on Black !

Come listen to & speaking about our upcoming event Black Hair Healing: A Pop-Up Salon for Black Survivors of GBV 🤎

📌Saturday, Sept 6; 10AM-6PM | ACO Ottawa, 19 Main St.

This initiative is all about creating trauma-informed, affirming spaces for Black survivors, where healing and hair care meet. SIGN UP NOW - LINK IN BIO!

📻 Catch us on the airwaves and join the conversation!

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08/07/2025

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After the incredible love at first Pop-Up Black Hair Salon where 80+ students and 15 amazing Black hair professionals gathered for connection and care, we’re back, this time with a deeper purpose and perfect timing for back-to-school📚✏️

✨ Black Hair Healing: A Pop-Up Salon for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence & Their Communities ✨

This gender-affirming pop-up salon offers free, culturally rooted hair care for Black survivors of GBV, of all ages and genders, in a space grounded in healing, joy, and affirmation.

📍 Saturday, September 6th | 10AM–6PM | ACO Ottawa (19 Main St.)
🍽️ Free refreshments for all attendees
💇🏾‍♀️ Free hair services for Black GBV survivors & all impacted
🎒 Helping kids, youth, and adults impacted by GBV look and feel their best for back-to-school season.

To the survivors: this space was built for you.
To the hairstylists and barbers: your skill is healing, your hands are powerful. If you’re called to be part of this moment join us!

Spots are limited—register now via the link in bio.

Hosted with 🤎 by: , , & Centretown Community Health Centre

(La version française suit)After the overwhelming love at first Pop-Up Black Hair Salon—where 80+ students and 15 amazi...
06/12/2025

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After the overwhelming love at first Pop-Up Black Hair Salon—where 80+ students and 15 amazing Black hair professionals gathered for connection and haircare—we’re returning with a deeper purpose.

✨ Black Hair Healing: A Pop-Up Salon for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence & Their Communities ✨
This gender-affirming pop-up salon offers free, culturally rooted hair care for Black survivors of GBV, in a space grounded in healing, joy, and affirmation.

📍 Thursday, July 10th: 10A-6P | ACO Ottawa (19 Main St.)
🍽️ Free refreshments for all attendees
💇🏾‍♀️ Free hair services for Black GBV survivors & community
💰 $400 honoraria for selected Black hair professionals

To the survivors: this space was built for you. To the hairstylists and barbers: your skill is healing, your hands are powerful. If you’re called to be part of this moment—join us.

Spots are limited—register now via the link in bio.

Hosted with 🤎 by: , , & Centretown Community Health Centre

🚨POP-UP BLACK HAIR SALON TOMORROW— WALK-INS WELCOME!We’ve stopped booking appointments through our form— but don’t worry...
03/20/2025

🚨POP-UP BLACK HAIR SALON TOMORROW— WALK-INS WELCOME!

We’ve stopped booking appointments through our form— but don’t worry, you’re not too late! If you missed your chance to book, there’s still time to pull up and get styled for as low as $10 at our Pop-Up Black Hair Salon — TOMORROW at Carleton!

📅 Friday, March 21 | 9 AM - 5 PM
📍 Carleton University | Nideyinan 4th Floor Galleria

✅ Walk-in Cuts, Fades & Lineups all day
✅ FREE Curl & Hair Consultations available
✅ Limited spots left for Cornrows & Loc Retwists/Styling (+ other protective styles of your choice

Open to all High School, College, and University students — just arrive early to claim your spot! (And come with clean hair please!)

👯Tag a friend — you don’t want to miss this one-day-only event!

Meet the Businesses at Our Pop-Up Black Hair Salon! The Pop-Up Black Hair Salon is bringing together some of Ottawa’s be...
03/16/2025

Meet the Businesses at Our Pop-Up Black Hair Salon!
The Pop-Up Black Hair Salon is bringing together some of Ottawa’s best barbers, braiders, stylists, and locticians—and now, it’s time to meet them! 👏🏾✨

📅 Friday, March 21st | 9 AM - 5 PM
📍 Carleton University | Nideyinan 4th Floor Galleria
💰 Pricing starts at just $10!

🚨 LIMITED SPOTS LEFT! Don’t wait—sign up via the link in bio before it’s too late!

🍛🔥Event sponsor will be there. Come meet the owner and don’t forget to support this delicious Black-owned Resto in Ottawa!

💈 Barbers – Looking for a fade or sharp lineup? These talented barbers are here to get you right:
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🌿 Braiders & Hairstylists – Whether you need a Curly Cut, Fulani braids, twists, cornrows, or a flawless wig install, these stylists have you covered:
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🌀 Locticians & Loc Stylists– Need a retwist or loc style? These locticians specialize in keeping your locs looking good:
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Tag a friend who NEEDS to sign up & lock in their spot! ⬇️

✨ Happy International Women’s Day! ✨Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of  women everywhere— a...
03/08/2025

✨ Happy International Women’s Day! ✨
Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of  women everywhere— and at Links To Locs we give a special mention to all black women and the pioneers, creators, and innovators shaping the Black haircare space. From the trailblazers who revolutionized protective styles to the entrepreneurs redefining beauty standards, women have been at the forefront of empowerment, culture, and self-expression.
At LinkstoLocs, we honor the legacy of those who paved the way and uplift the women continuing to break barriers. Your journey, your crown, your power—all deserve to be celebrated today and every day. 👑💜

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Tag a phenomenal woman in your life who inspires you! ✨👇🏾

🎉 Calling all Black students & hair professionals! On March 21st, & are bringing a one-day-only Pop-Up Hair Salon to ...
02/28/2025

🎉 Calling all Black students & hair professionals! On March 21st, & are bringing a one-day-only Pop-Up Hair Salon to Carleton University! This is your chance to get fresh for less OR showcase your skills and grow your clientele!

💇🏾‍♀️ STYLISTS/BARBERS: Want to showcase your skills & expand your business?

We’re inviting talented hair professionals to be part of this one-day salon experience, offering quick styles to Black students who may not otherwise have access to these services.

✅ Feature your business & gain new clientele
✅ Set your own pop-up pricing (with event subsidies for student affordability!)
✅ Enjoy a complimentary lunch while networking!

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🌟 It’s Time to See Our Impact: The National Black Hair Care Drive is Here! 🌟Back in December, we raised $640 to support ...
02/24/2025

🌟 It’s Time to See Our Impact: The National Black Hair Care Drive is Here! 🌟

Back in December, we raised $640 to support this important cause, and now it’s time to see how far our efforts can go for Black survivors of GBV. This week, we’re coming together for the National Black Hair Care Drive to continue our efforts to ensure that Black survivors have access to the culturally affirming hair care they deserve.

🗓️ When: February 24th - 28th, 2025
📍 Where: the office, Ottawa is the closest drop-off point for our community.
(601-250 City Centre Ave, K1R 7R7)

✨ Why It Matters:
Hair care is more than beauty—it’s about identity, healing, connection, and empowerment. Unfortunately, many Black survivors face barriers to accessing culturally appropriate hair care products in shelters and other GBV services. This initiative bridges that gap, fostering dignity and community care.

👉🏾How You Can Help:
🔸 Donate new, unopened Black hair care products or funds.
🔸 Drop-Off your donations at OCTEVAW in Ottawa or another designated location (listed in the post)
🔸 Spread the Word to amplify healing through Black hair care.

Let’s come together to make a difference—one curl, coil, and loc at a time. 💫💛

For more details, visit the link in our bio! ✨

✨ Ottawa Black Haircare Spotlight: ✨This week, we’re excited to spotlight Wally Wit Da Clips, where every cut is crafte...
02/23/2025

✨ Ottawa Black Haircare Spotlight: ✨

This week, we’re excited to spotlight Wally Wit Da Clips, where every cut is crafted with care, style, and precision! 💈✂️

CJ Wallace, aka Wally, is based at .studios in Ottawa’s Chinatown neighborhood and specializes in:
🔥 Clean Haircuts
🪒 Sharp Lineups & Beard Care
💇🏾‍♂️ Fades, Styles & More!

No matter your look—curly or coarse, dreads or braids, waves or fros—Wally cuts all hair types with expertise, but his true specialty is Afro-textured hair. Expect good vibes, precision, and cuts that highlight your best self.

Looking for a barber who knows how to bring out your best look? Wally’s got you covered!

📲 Book your appointment today:

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🚨 Ottawa Black Hair Directory Launching This Month! 🚨
Want your business to be featured next? Our Ottawa Black Hair Directory is coming soon, connecting clients to the best Black hair professionals in Ottawa! Comment “PROMO ME” or use the link in bio to add your business for free!

✨ Ottawa Black Haircare Spotlight: ✨This week, we’re featuring Sommy’s Hairport, located in Riverside, Ottawa📍where exp...
02/18/2025

✨ Ottawa Black Haircare Spotlight: ✨

This week, we’re featuring Sommy’s Hairport, located in Riverside, Ottawa📍where expert technique meets creativity and care! 💇🏾‍♀️✂️ A certified hairstylist with years of experience, Sommy has been serving the Ottawa community for over 4 years—and has been my (LinksToLocs Founder, .onyegbule ) personal go-to Ottawa hairstylist since I moved here in 2021! 💛

At Sommy’s Hairport, you can expect professional styling in:
✨ Braids & Twists
✨ Locs Maintenance & Styling
✨ Cornrows & Protective Styles
✨ Wigs & Sew-Ins
✨ Expert Colour Mixing—for the perfect custom shade every time! 🎨

If you’re looking for precision, creativity, and a stylist who truly cares for your hair’s health and beauty, Sommy’s got you covered!

📲 Book your appointment today:

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🚨 Ottawa Black Hair Directory Launching This Month! 🚨
Want your business to be featured next? Our Ottawa Black Hair Directory is coming soon, making it easier than ever for clients to find you! Comment “PROMO ME” or use the link in bio to add your business for free!

✨ Celebrating a Legend: Madame C.J. Walker ✨Today, we honor the trailblazer who redefined beauty standards and created a...
02/12/2025

✨ Celebrating a Legend: Madame C.J. Walker ✨

Today, we honor the trailblazer who redefined beauty standards and created a legacy of empowerment—Madame C.J. Walker. 💫

As the first American woman to become a self-made millionaire, Madame C.J. Walker revolutionized black haircare with her innovative products, built an empire, and empowered generations of Black people to take pride in their natural beauty. 💁🏾‍♀️✨

Her commitment to quality, community, and self-love set the foundation for the haircare industry we know today. From her iconic Wonderful Hair Grower to her vision of economic independence for black women, Madame C.J. Walker’s impact is unmatched.

We remember her not just as a businesswoman, but as a force of change, who paved the way for so many of us to thrive. Her legacy lives on in every curl, every twist, and every black-owned brand empowering our community. ✊🏾

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