February marks Black History Month, and in 2026, the Government of Canada commemorates a meaningful milestone: 30 years of Black History Month in Canada. This year’s national theme, “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations – From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries,” celebrates the enduring impact, leadership, and contributions of Black Canadians – past, present, and future.
Black History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements, creativity, resilience, and brilliance of Black communities across Canada. It is also an important opportunity to reflect on the systemic barriers that continue to exist, including anti-Black racism, and to deepen our shared understanding of the histories and experiences that shape our communities today.
At Kindred, this is our fourth year intentionally recognizing Black History Month through learning, reflection, and action. Care is built on trust, respect, and connection – and learning from one another’s histories helps us show up better for each other and for the people we serve.
How we’re marking Black History Month at Kindred:
- Four weekly micro-learning sessions across all teams and departments, designed to support ongoing learning and reflection
- Information sessions for our front-line caregiving staff, integrated into their February Drop-In sessions to support accessible, meaningful learning
- In New Brunswick, highlighting and learning from local community partners, including the Afro-Canadian Initiatives Association of New Brunswick (AIAC-NB) and Miramichi AfroConnection
- Supporting local Black-owned businesses throughout February through small sponsorships, gift cards, and catering partnerships
Through these efforts, we aim to honour Black brilliance across generations while embedding learning, respect, and inclusion into our everyday work.
To learn more about the Government of Canada’s 2026 Black History Month theme, visit:
The Government of Canada announces the theme for Black History Month 2026
