In honour of World Poetry Day, a reading list rooted in voice, memory, tenderness, and diaspora. There is something about poetry that reaches us differently. A good poem can name what we have carried quietly. …
Beyond the Single Story: Why Black Canadian Storytelling Deserves More Than a Box
There are some conversations that feel bigger than an event. This is one of them. On Sunday, March 1, 2026 (2:00–4:00 PM), Pickering Public Library is hosting In Conversation with Black Canadian Authors: Beyond the …
Black Canadian Books to Read (and Why They Matter)
A reading list for Black Brilliance Month — and every month after I’ll be honest: I don’t always love the phrase Black history. Not because history doesn’t matter, it does. Deeply. But because the word …
10 Non-Fiction Books by Women of Colour Everyone Needs To Read…
If you know me, you know that fiction is my JAM! I love being transported into a fictional world that ‘could’ potentially be true. Not that I don’t read any non-fiction, but lately, I’m proud …
Toronto’s The Word on the Street Festival 2023
This year has been awesome so far, and believe me, we are just getting started with amazing upcoming events. I had the pleasure of attending Toronto’s Word on the Street Festival this past weekend, and …
Telling Black Canadian Stories: A conversation about the importance of sharing our stories and changing the narrative
Join the Discussion Telling Black Canadian Stories: A conversation about the importance of sharing our stories and changing the narrative. With Black History Month upon us in Canada I thought there’s no better time than …