Jade Jager Clark
Arts and Culture
Jade has contributed to the culture of Mississauga by preserving the authentic history and dance creations of the original generation of Black and Latino American dancers from the 1970’s to present day.
Tamara Seales-Knights
Business
Tamara’s business leadership is rooted in both deep experience and academic excellence. Throughout her 25 years with Seaford Pharmaceuticals, she has embodied entrepreneurial spirit by scaling the company while preserving the values, resilience and ingenuity of Black-owned Canadian enterprises.
Dr. Pat Chacha
Community Service
Dr. Chacha’s work reflects a long-term commitment to uplifting Black youth, strengthening Black families, and investing in the future of the Mississauga Black community through purposeful, identity-affirming youth development.
Sharise Sealy-McCallum
Education
As a Graduation Coach, Sharise has played a pivotal role in fostering equitable educational outcomes and supporting the holistic well-being of Black youth.
Dr. Nakia Lee-Foon
Health Services
Through Dr. Lee-Foon’s leadership and commitment to Black health, her research has generated community-informed evidence to address longstanding inequities and support meaningful improvements in care and outcomes for Black communities.
Ralston McKenzie
Hospitality and Food Services
Ralston’s commitment to excellence has earned his organization a stellar reputation as a five-star business, catering to the discerning needs of their clients.
Dr. Pat Francis
Legacy – Lifetime Achievement
Dr. Francis’s unwavering dedication to fostering deep connections, spiritual growth and meaningful support within the community has uplifted countless residents and strengthened the fabric of Mississauga’s Black community.
Liston Bates
Sports
As head coach and program coordinator, Liston has built inclusive football opportunities for athletes of all ages and backgrounds. His outstanding dedication to community sport through MIFA Football is inspiring.
Bree Murray
Youth
Bree’s achievements are a clear representation of what it means to be a Black youth change maker. As the president of her Black Student Association, she has conducted fundraisers, workshops, activities and field trips as a way to encourage peer connection and nourishment within the school community.
Grace Carter Henry Lyons
Honorary Recognition / Arts & Culture
For nearly five decades, Grace has devoted herself to preserving and sharing Caribbean and Black cultural traditions through the founding and leadership of The Heritage Singers Canada.
Lighting the Clock Tower
February 01, 2026 | Evening | Celebration Square
To recognize Black History Month, the Civic Centre clock tower will be lit black, red, yellow and green on February 1 and on all other evenings in February unless another cause is scheduled to be recognized.
Library Movie Screenings
This February, we celebrate Black History Month with a diverse selection of black cinema – from gothic horror to sun-soaked reggae road trips. Join us every Thursday night to watch a great movie on the big screen. Popcorn will be provided, while supplies last. Presented in collaboration with our Movie Discussion Club.
Explore a diverse selection of movies, all accessible through Kanopy on the Library’s website.
Do the Right Thing
February 5, 2026 | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
Eve’s Bayou
February 12, 2026 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
The Harder They Come
February 19, 2026 | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
Hollywood Shuffle
February 26, 2026 | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
African Drumming & Storytelling
Join us for an entertaining dance, hand drumming and interactive storytelling program. Drums provided. Presented by Drums et al. Limited capacity. First come, first served.
February 7, 2026
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Malton Library
2 to 3 p.m |Clarkson Library
February 14, 2026
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Churchill Meadows Library
2 to 3 p.m | Mississauga Valley Library
Sauga Connections for Older Adults: Thursday Hot Topics
Negro Spirituals through the Generations
February 12, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Virtual
Join a virtual presentation by Faith States-Linton. The presenter is a proud eighth-generation descendant of the Black Loyalists who settled in Canada after earning freedom from American slavery. This was achieved by fighting in the American Revolutionary War for the British, who offered land in Nova Scotia to Black men who enlisted. In Canada, Black Loyalists sing the traditional Negro Spirituals that have been sung for generations during slavery, in historically Black churches, which were created because they were not welcomed elsewhere.
Artist Feature: Edith Hester McDonald-Brown
February 26, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Virtual
Explore the art of still life painting with modern subject matter. Participants will be encouraged to select objects that hold personal meaning and incorporate them in the style of artist Edith Hester McDonald-Brown (1886-1954).
REEL Thursdays - The Best of the Best: Jazz from Detroit
February 12, 2026 | 7 to 9 p.m. | Living Arts Centre
Experience the magic of cinema with REEL Thursdays, a curated film series presented in collaboration with the TIFF Film Circuit. This monthly event celebrates diverse stories and themes, offering a rich cinematic journey. Proudly hosted by the City of Mississauga, screenings take place in the cozy Screening Room at the Living Arts Centre.
The Best of the Best: Jazz from Detroit is a landmark double portrait of Detroit’s extraordinary jazz legacy and the dynamic city that produced it. The film chronicles the defining influence of Detroit’s innovative musicians on jazz history, while also tracing the dramatic rise and fall of the city as an industrial power, the struggles and triumphs of its creative and resilient African American community, and the profound tradition of mentorship that has nurtured Detroit jazz since the 1950s.
Book Club: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
The Library’s Book Clubs are a great way to meet other readers and talk about books you might never have discovered yourself. Share your reading favourites with other book lovers and discuss what you have been reading. New participants are always welcome.
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
February 17, 2026 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | Port Credit Library
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Let’s Talk Black History Month
February 18, 2026 | 7 to 8 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
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Midday Melodies: Chamber Music Live with Waleed Abdulhamid
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon filled with beautiful music. Unwind and appreciate some wonderful tunes with featured musician, Waleed Abdulhamid.
The music of Waleed Abdulhamid is where the ancient meets the modern. It draws its rhythmic spirit from deep African roots and brings together a variety of languages and musical traditions from across the continent. You can call it jazz, you can call it fusion – it’s a blend of African styles shaped into something new.
February 18, 2026
12 to 1 p.m. | Hazel McCallion Central Library
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February 18, 2026
3 to 4 p.m. | Port Credit Library
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Online Author Talk: Antonio Michael Downing
February 25, 2026 | 7 to 8 p.m. | Virtual
Join us for a conversation with Antonio Michael Downing, host of CBC radio’s “The Next Chapter” and author of the acclaimed memoir “Saga Boy” and children’s book “Stars in My Crown”. Antonio will discuss his writing and debut novel, “Black Cherokee,” a courageous, coming-of-age story about a mixed-race Black girl fighting for recognition in a South Carolina Cherokee community.
Caribbean Vibes Fun Swim
February 27, 2026 | 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Meadowvale Pool
Join a drop-in swim class at Meadowvale Pool focused on fun, recreational swimming for people of all ages.
Benares After Dark: Women in Black History
February 27, 2026 | 7 to 8:30 p.m. | Benares Historic House
Join us for a guided evening tour of Benares Historic House where we’ll uncover local and “hidden” histories of Black women in Mississauga and Canada from early settlement onward.
Raptors 905 vs Greensboro Swarm - Black Heritage Month Game
February 28, 2026 | 2 p.m. | Paramount Fine Foods Centre
Celebrate Black excellence with the Raptors 905. Our annual Black Heritage Game showcases culture, community and history through powerful performances, themed jerseys, and a night of unity and pride on and off the court.
Virtual Fitness Class
February 25, 2026 | 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Virtual
Join the Roots and Resilience virtual fitness class. The fitness activity focuses on honouring Black history through grounded strength and steady movement. For anyone with a Fit, Fit+, All-In, or 65+ Fit membership, Virtual Fitness is included at no extra cost.
Reach out to virtualfitness@mississauga.ca for further details.
Pan-African flag raising
February 27, 2026 | 8 a.m. | Mississauga Celebration Square
The Pan-African Flag will be raised at Mississauga City Hall in honour of the Black Excellence Awards.
Black History Month Book List
Ready to discover a new author or revisit a favourite from the past? Browse this collection of titles to celebrate Black History
Black Excellence Playlist
This Black History Month, check out the City’s curated Spotify playlist. The powerful list features amazing, local Black artists. The songs on the list focus on Black joy, empowerment, resistance, and resilience. Enjoy!
Youth Paint Nights
Various Community Centres
Paint nights will be available at various community centres throughout Black History Month. The work of Edith Hester Macdonald Brown will be highlighted. Participants will be provided with historical information of the painter. They will then be taught classical academic painting, the style for which she was known. Check with your local community centre for dates and times.
Video Panel Discussion from ‘A History Exposed’
Take a moment to watch a panel discussion from the exhibition, ‘A History Exposed: The Enslavement of Black People in Canada’. Featuring distinguished historian, poet, and exhibition curator Dr. Afua Cooper, alongside scholar Dr. Cheryl Thompson, local historian Justine Lyn, and municipal leader Nakia Phillips.