What began as a grassroots movement led by the Aurora Black Community Association resulted in the Town of Aurora officially declaring February as Black History Month in September 2020—a lasting step toward recognition, inclusion, and truth.
Community in Action: Door/Window Decoration
Sat, Feb 01
|Regional Municipality of York
Sign up now! Decoration Event for Black History Month! Show your community spirit and honor Black History Month by decorating your door or window! Let’s celebrate together with creativity and purpose, inspired by the theme: “One Love, One Heart – Acknowledging Our Worth & Rising Together
Time & Location
Feb 01, 2025, 12:00 a.m. – Feb 28, 2025, 12:00 a.m.
Regional Municipality of York, Regional Municipality of York, ON, Canada
About the Event
🗓 Dates: February 1 to February 28
By participating, your business will be showcased and promoted periodically throughout the month, offering excellent marketing opportunities and demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility and community love."
Here’s how to participate:
Choose a theme: Pick a historical figure, even, a dish that highlights the rich culinary traditions of the Black community, music, or symbol that inspires you.
For example:
Create a display featuring Martin Luther King Jr. with a large photo cutout, quotes like “I Have a Dream,” and incorporate Pan-African colors (red, black, and green).