About to get things kicked off at our “Welcome Home Ceremony” for our Home Ownership Bridge program in partnership with Habitat for Humanity GTA, The Daniels Corporation, Region of Peel, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement(SCHL).
BlackNorth Initiative
Public Policy Offices
Toronto, Ontario 18,749 followers
Committed to the removal of anti-Black systemic barriers negatively affecting the lives of Black Canadians.
About us
Committed to increasing the representation of Blacks in the boardrooms and executive suites across Canada. Strength(In) Diversity
- Website
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https://blacknorth.ca/
External link for BlackNorth Initiative
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
Locations
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Primary
130 King St W
2950
Toronto, Ontario M5X 1K6, CA
Employees at BlackNorth Initiative
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Dr. Chika Onwuekwe, KC, ICD.D
Vice President, Legal, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Trican Well Service Ltd.
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Wes Hall, ICD.D
Wes Hall, ICD.D is an Influencer Executive Chairman and Founder, WeShall Investments Inc., Kingsdale Advisors, The BlackNorth Initiative, Dragon on CBC's Dragons' Den, Host "Between…
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Shelton Mpala
Transforming Brands and Amplifying Messages | Associate Director of Strategic Communications | Driving Impactful Campaigns for Success
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Chesand Gregory
Founder and CEO at JChess Designs™ | Conscious Me | The JAG Brothers™
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We're pleased to announce the RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust and BlackNorth Initiative Bursary, designed to support Black Canadian high school students pursuing university or trades education in real estate-related fields. Award recipients will receive $5,300 for university education or $2,650 for trade education. The deadline to apply is August 16th, 2024. For more details and to apply, visit the link here: bit.ly/4bF6ZXa
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The BlackNorth Initiative is hiring a Finance Associate. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is, committed to the fight against systemic anti-Black racism and driven by innovation and growth, then join us! Submit your application by sending your Cover Letter and CV to [email protected]
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We're thrilled to announce an exclusive 10% discount on early bird tickets for the upcoming Next Level Speakers Conference on September 28th, 2024! Use code BLACKNORTH at checkout. Hurry, the early bird discount ends on July 31st, 2024! Join us for a day of inspiration and learning from some of the most influential speakers: Eric D. Thomas, Ph.D.: Critically acclaimed author, New York Times Best Seller, World-renowned speaker, educator and pastor. Orlando Bowen: Inspirational Speaker, Advocate for Change and Founder of One Voice One Team. Jeremy Anderson: Professional Speaker, Pioneer of Occupational Integrity, Author and Premier Speaking Coach. Coach Crump: Director of the Next Level speakers Academy and Strategy Coach. Jessica Lundy: Award-Winning TV Host and Personal Development Coach. CJ Quinney: Marketing and Brand Development Expert and Strategist. Featured Organizations: One Voice One Team Next Level Speakers Academy The Jeremy Anderson Group, LLC Don't miss this incredible opportunity to elevate your personal and professional life. Get your tickets now! Purchase Tickets: https://lnkd.in/gRKAS_Yk #NextLevelSpeakers #BlackNorth #Motivation #Leadership #PersonalGrowth
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The BlackNorth Initiative is hiring a Finance Controller. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is, committed to the fight against systemic anti-Black racism and driven by innovation and growth, then join us! Submit your application by sending your Cover Letter and CV to [email protected] The deadline to apply is July 22, 2024
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🌟 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬: 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌟 Empower the next generation of Black professionals by joining BlackNorth Connect's mentorship program. Share your expertise and guide emerging talents towards industry success. Become a change-maker in our network of leaders. Light the path for aspiring talents—become a mentor. Get involved: https://buff.ly/3VYBLo3 For more information, please get in touch with us at: [email protected] #MentorshipMatters #Leadership #CommunityImpact
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The Calgary Stampede is in full swing, and on July 2, 2024, the BlackNorth Initiative kicked off the celebrations with an incredible event at the Calgary Petroleum Club! The event centred around networking and forging new connections, providing Black professionals and students an invaluable opportunity to connect with industry leaders from corporate Calgary. We are grateful for the unwavering support from Alberta Premier @Danielle Smith and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek, who highlighted the importance of diversity in Alberta. A special thank you to our esteemed panelists: Manjit Minhas, Samir Sabharwal, Barbara Munroe, Jon Cornish, CFA, Dr. Chika Onwuekwe, KC, ICD.D (Chair of the Alberta Chapter) Your insights and advice were invaluable! 🙌 This event wouldn't have been possible without the swift willingness of Calgary’s corporate leaders to volunteer their time and mentorship. Special thanks to our event sponsors: EY Trican Well Service Ltd. Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council Thank you to our incredible planning committee and the BlackNorth Initiative staff for your tireless efforts in organizing this successful event. Find more photos and read the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/gVdquxvZ
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"Résolutions2024: Overcoming Racism Together," an impactful anti-racist conference initiated by the Advisory Committee of La Passerelle-I.D.É's Call for Action Against Racism. This event will highlight the systemic oppression faced by Black and racialized communities in Ontario and Canada. 📅 Date: October 15-17, 2024 ⏰ Time: 11:30 a.m. (Oct 15) – 5:00 p.m. (Oct 17) 📍 Location: Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E3 This conference aims to mobilize and bring together decision-makers and experts in economics, education, community, and politics to identify systemic barriers and propose concrete solutions. Join the movement to overcome racism and support a more inclusive society. Register now to be part of this essential conversation: https://lnkd.in/gHMExcSp
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𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲!🏆 Are you looking to stand out to recruiters and increase your chances of landing your dream job? Complete your full candidate profile on BlackNorth Connect today! Here’s why it matters: ✨ Increased Visibility: A complete profile attracts more attention from recruiters. 🚀 Showcase Your Skills: Highlight your talents, experience, and achievements. 💼 Higher Chances of Being Hired: Profiles with detailed information are prioritized by employers. Don’t miss out on amazing opportunities. Log in now and complete your profile to maximize your job search journey! Visit https://buff.ly/3RWO5nq and get started! #JobSearch #CareerGrowth #BlackNorthConnect #GetHired #Recruitment
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