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02/11/2024

It’s Carnival season! Which masquerades do you remember learning about? Love learning from every other day boi! ✨👏🏾👑

Posted • It’s Carnival season! Which other masquerade characters do you love to see during ?

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Caribbean carnival has its roots in African cultural traditions which were often used as a form of resistance against colonial oppression.

After the abolition of chattel slavery, these traditions of music and masquerade became a celebration of resilience, freedom and pride in one’s African heritage.

Having blended with various European influences over the years, Carnival has taken on many forms unique to each Caribbean island, and today remains one of the most vibrant cultural events in the Caribbean.

09/05/2023

Kids Afro-Fusion Dance classes @ oakwood village library Thursdays 6-7 pm. Get in contact with Nadine. Contact info on flyer

05/24/2023

is celebrating with and . Join us on June 3 for a very friendly throw down for the Likkle Heritage Treasure Hunt — a free event that will uncover the vibrant history of this Caribbean community.

Bring your smartphone while you explore the neighbourhood and tackle trivia questions for amazing prizes. Taste delicious Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine (limited quantity), listen for clues in the groove of the reggae tunes, and try your hand at Black hair care.

Will you rise to the challenge in Little Jamaica? Hope to see you there: Link in the bio

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02/13/2023

"Building a Stronger Community: Latest Updates from Black Urbanism TO" -

In December 2022, Black Urbanism TO (BUTO) engaged residents and business owners in Little Jamaica through a community survey and 3-part workshop series focused on Food Sovereignty, Affordable Housing, and Economic Development. These engagements were delivered in partnership with K.E. Residents a...

02/10/2023

Movie link up 🎥🍿 February 23rd @ 2547 eglinton w. highlighting the small businesses in little Jamaica.

01/10/2023

Taste of SEA is a 3 day festival celebrating the lunar new year with food, live performances, educational events or more. It will be taking place at the International Centre in Mississauga between January 13-15. Please use Code: BLACKURBANISMTO2023 for 10% off ticket purchases.

12/10/2022

Good afternoon everyone! ☀️

BUTO is hosting THREE MORE focus groups sessions on the Community Land Trust project brought to you alongside Keele&Eglinton Residents 🔥👏🏾🎉

LINK IN OUR BIO TO REGISTER 🗣️

Thank you to the Confronting Anti-Black Racism Unit for partnering on these focus group sessions!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, comments or concerns! All insight is welcome 🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️

10/19/2022

Got 10 mins to spare?

We have partnered with K.E. residents would like to hear from Little Jamaica residents on how we can address 🚜food insecurity 🏡Affordable housing and 💵economic development as a community.

The First 100 residents to complete the survey and attend one of the focus groups will receive a $50 honoraria

Survey can be found in our bio or you can copy:
https://form.jotform.com/222835519155257

10/18/2022

October is Small Business Month
Don’t miss the 2nd annual Small Business Diversity Forum on October 20, 2022 (1-3:30pm).

Event topics:
📄Federal procurement fundamentals
📁Support services and resources for diverse entrepreneurs & small businesses
🗄Building an inclusive small business ecosystem

Registration link: 2nd Annual Small Business Diversity Forum

10/08/2022

University of Toronto Mississauga is calling to contribute to its .
The university would like to creatively express the Black experiences, histories, and contributions to it’s outdoor courtyard at the heart of campus.

Click here to learn more about this opportuntiy- https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/edio/public-art-project

Deadline Dec. 9 2022