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SUMMARY:Guelph Black Heritage Society - Bloom & Belong Summer Drop-In for BIPOC Youth
DESCRIPTION:Fridays in July & August \n Heritage Hall\, 83 Essex Street\, Guelph \n Open to youth ages 12–18 \n Free refreshments provided \nJoin us for a welcoming and empowering space where BIPOC youth can connect\, create\, and celebrate community all summer long. All are welcome. \nSpecial thanks to the Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Catholic District School Board for their generous support of this initiative. \n For more information\, contact: info@guelphblackheritage.ca
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/guelph-black-heritage-society-bloom-belong-summer-drop-in-for-bipoc-youth/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, Essex Street 83\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3K9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Toronto's First Post Office - Toronto Book of Love
DESCRIPTION:On February 13\, join local favourite\, Adam Bunch\, for a special presentation just in time for the romantic season and explore Toronto’s history through true tales of romance\, marriage\, passion\, heartache\, lust\, and the scandalous love affairs of the early city. Learn how Toronto has been shaped by crushes\, jealousies\, and flirtations as told by the author himself. \nCoffee\, tea\, and cookies will be served. Pre-registration is required and spots are strictly limited!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/torontos-first-post-office-toronto-book-of-love/
LOCATION:Toronto’s First Post Office\, Adelaide Street East 260\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 1N1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of York Historical Society":MAILTO:info@tos1stpo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T173000
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SUMMARY:Canada Black Music Archives : Film Screening and Discussion  PORTIA WHITE: THINK ON ME
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for an informative film to watch this February? If so\, join the Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) at the Archives of Ontario on Wednesday\, February 18th\, 2026. The CBMA will be running a screening and panel discussion of Portia White: Think On Me from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. \nThe screening will spotlight the enduring legacy of the legendary contralto\, who was as international star. Portia White is known as one of the best classical artists of the 20th century and is a notable figure in Black Canadian Music History. \nFollowing the film\, Slyvia D. Hamilton will join a panel discussion with Professor Ola Mohammed and David “Click” Cox of Clk Creative that focuses on the film’s aesthetic\, historical and cultural performance hosted by Professor Mark V. Campbell. \nSeating is limited! Please reserve your seat at the link.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/canada-black-music-archives-black-history-month-showcase-2/
LOCATION:Archives of Ontario\, 134 Ian Macdonald Boulevard\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M7A 2C5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Canada Black Music Archives":MAILTO:info@thecbma.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260220T163000
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SUMMARY:Guelph Black Heritage Society - Bloom & Belong Summer Drop-In for BIPOC Youth
DESCRIPTION:Fridays in July & August \n Heritage Hall\, 83 Essex Street\, Guelph \n Open to youth ages 12–18 \n Free refreshments provided \nJoin us for a welcoming and empowering space where BIPOC youth can connect\, create\, and celebrate community all summer long. All are welcome. \nSpecial thanks to the Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Catholic District School Board for their generous support of this initiative. \n For more information\, contact: info@guelphblackheritage.ca
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/guelph-black-heritage-society-bloom-belong-summer-drop-in-for-bipoc-youth/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, Essex Street 83\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3K9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Black Heritage Society":MAILTO:marketing.gbhs@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Toronto Postcard Club's 44th Annual Vintage Postcard Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:From the early 1900’s through the ‘chromes’ of modern times\, you are sure to find something of interest. Thousands of vintage postcards for sale in organized boxes filed by topic and geography. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/toronto-postcard-clubs-43rd-annual-vintage-postcard-show-and-sale-2/
LOCATION:Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre\, Sakura Way 6\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M3C 1Z5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Toronto Postcard Club":MAILTO:info@torontopostcardclub.com
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SUMMARY:The Historical Society of Ottawa: The Ottawa Mosque and the Ottawa Muslim Association
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker \nMohamed Ghadban\, Vice-President\, OMA \nDetails \nThe Ottawa Mosque\, the first mosque in the nation’s capital and one of the oldest in Canada\, was conceived in 1964 and completed in 1973\, at a time when Canada’s nationwide Muslim population numbered fewer than live in just Ottawa today. \nJoin us a we explore the history of the Ottawa Mosque and our city’s Muslim Community. \nAdmission is free. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/the-historical-society-of-ottawa-algonquin-anishinaabeg-of-the-ottawa-river-valley-yesterday-today-tomorrow-2/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library\, Main Branch\, 120 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5M2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Ottawa":MAILTO:info@historicalsocietyottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Oxford Historical Society - How Do I Love Thee? Exploring a history of the Valentine
DESCRIPTION:Please join us Wednesday February 25\, 2026 for a special presentation by Scott Gillies\, Chair of the Oxford Historical Society. This is a free event. Donations Welcome!
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/oxford-historical-society-how-do-i-love-thee-exploring-a-history-of-the-valentine/
LOCATION:Chartwell Oxford Gardens\, 423 Devonshire Ave\, Woodstock\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Oxford Historical Society":MAILTO:info@oxhs.ca
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SUMMARY:HEIRS February Meeting in Celebration of Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:The Stories We Tell: From Africa to Canada\, Presented by Edward Milo Johnson \nThrough poetry\, spoken word\, and storytelling\, from his book ”The Color of Freedom\,” Milo Johnson reflects on the resilience\, struggles\, and triumphs experienced by the African\ndiaspora during their journeys to freedom. The presentation includes visual art by Myriam Wilson. \nJoin us on February 26 at the Harrow Arena community room for a memorable presentation by Milo Johnson. Everyone is welcome!\nTown of Essex heritage colouring books will be available at the meeting.
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/heirs-february-meeting-in-celebration-of-black-history-month/
LOCATION:Harrow Arena Community Room\, 243 McAffee St.\, Harrow\, Ontario\, N0R 1G0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Guelph Black Heritage Society - Bloom & Belong Summer Drop-In for BIPOC Youth
DESCRIPTION:Fridays in July & August \n Heritage Hall\, 83 Essex Street\, Guelph \n Open to youth ages 12–18 \n Free refreshments provided \nJoin us for a welcoming and empowering space where BIPOC youth can connect\, create\, and celebrate community all summer long. All are welcome. \nSpecial thanks to the Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Catholic District School Board for their generous support of this initiative. \n For more information\, contact: info@guelphblackheritage.ca
URL:https://ontariohistoricalsociety.ca/event/guelph-black-heritage-society-bloom-belong-summer-drop-in-for-bipoc-youth/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, Essex Street 83\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3K9\, Canada
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