Hope, adulation, peace, comradery. These are all feelings that stem from the election of Vice-President Joe Biden to the White House. Perhaps more importantly, we have seen the election of the first Biracial, Indian and Black woman to the White House. This is a huge step in the equalization of rights not just in the …
Multicultural Awareness involves a greater understanding, sensitivity, and awareness of the history, values, experiences, and lifestyles of groups that include, but, are not limited to, Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Sexual Orientation, Religious Affiliation, Socioeconomic Status, Mental or Physical Abilities. This is the idea that several different cultures (rather than one national culture) can coexist peacefully and …
So where does the Calgary Black Chambers stand? After the death of George Floyd at the hands of the police, people finally realize something needs to be done to equalize the equation, to make things more equitable for our black and indigenous peoples. I’m happy to see groups across Canada springing up left and right …
The following is a statement from the Calgary Black Chambers Board. The tragic and unnecessary death of George Floyd has horrified and shocked people across the world. With the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery while on a jog in his neighbourhood and the death of George Floyd under the knee of a police officer, we’re all …
This too shall pass; the question is will we be ready for the new normal? Dr. Emmanuel Gye The COVID-19 pandemic has wrought enormous havoc and caused major changes in our lives. Suddenly we are keeping physically distant but, refreshingly, socially connected. I continue to be amazed by the number of people who make eye …
Mental health is top of mind for our members, our families, and especially our friends in the health care field; helping our members both deal with the virus and its second level effects is now the top priority of the Calgary Black Chambers. Jon Cornish I’m not sure you’ve heard but coronavirus affects black people …
I will always be grateful to Calgary for giving me the life I have. Soon after I came to Calgary I became aware of just how generous this city is. Whether it’s fundraising for mental health, flood survivors or our city’s homeless, the people of Calgary have always been there for each other. The support …