CPHR Saskatchewan is proud to recognize and celebrate Black History Month, during the month of February.

The 2025 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations”. 

The month of February gives us all the chance to celebrate the diversity and achievements of Black people in Canada. However, it is also a time to reflect on Canada’s painful history and the distinct challenges that Black people in Canada continue to face in their daily lives, such as systemic barriers, racism and discrimination.

CPHR Saskatchewan encourages everyone to take time to listen, learn, reflect, and safely participate in events and festivities that honor the legacy of Black Canadians and communities.

Below is a list of resources that you can access for information and sharing, provided by:

• Wade in the Water- Black History Month
• Harriet Tubman- Black History Month
• No. 2 Construction Battalion- Black History Month
• Elijah McCoy- Black History Month
• Victoria Rifles- Black History Month
• The War of 1812- Black History Month
• William Hall- Black History Month

• About Black History Month
• Significant events in Black Canadian history
  
• Organizations and educational resources on the history of Black communities in Canada
• The legacy and impact of organizations led by Black women in Canada
• Addressing anti-Black racism
• Second International Decade for People of African Descent (2025 - 2034)
• Noteworthy historical figures

Quick Facts

Black History Month 2025 by the numbers

Diversity of the Black Populations in Canada, 2021: A Sociodemographic Portrait

Canadian Heritage created a digital toolkit to help Canadians including partners and stakeholders promote Black History Month content and activities.

Follow Canadian Heritage on social media as they highlight Black History Month trailblazers and history throughout the month of February.