CRRC Peterborough

Joined: January 29, 2019
Articles: 27

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Watch Our 2021 Black History Month Proclamation & Launch Event (Held Jan. 31st)

The Community Race Relations Committee of Peterborough is pleased to share a recording of Peterborough's launch event for Black History Month 2021. The launch can be viewed here.

It includes traditional African drumming and dance, a proclamation by Mayor Therrien, statements of support by dignitaries, and two prominent guest speakers — historian Rosemary Sadlier (who played a leading role in establishing Black History Month at all levels of gevernment) and Nicole Bonnie, the first Black CEO of the Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies.

CRRC Peterborough
February 1, 2021

Featured, News & Stories

Poll Shows Support for Strong Social Media Regulations to Prevent Online Hate and Racism

A poll by the Canadian Race Relations Foundation and Abacus Data shows 93% of Canadians believe online hate speech and racism are a problem, with 49% saying they are “very serious problems.” At least 60% support federal government regulation.

CRRC Peterborough
January 25, 2021

News & Stories

Free Online African Dance Classes Connect Youth to Their Roots During COVID-19 Lockdown

Afiwi Groove, based in Durham, offers a session of classes FREE to children and youth across Canada, Wednesdays from January 11 to February 17.

CRRC Peterborough
January 8, 2021

News & Stories, Featured

Coming in 2022 – CRRC 40th Anniversary

Are you part of CRRC’s history? We want to hear from anyone connected to CRRC, past and present for our 40th anniversary.

CRRC Peterborough
September 21, 2020

News & Stories, Featured

Pam Palmater – Black Lives Matter

“If they can't breathe, none of us can breathe.” Mi’kmaw lawyer, author and activist Dr. Pamela Palmater speaks in support of Black Lives Matter.

CRRC Peterborough
September 15, 2020

Featured, News & Stories

Yes Canada, Systemic Racism Exists Here

There is racism in every Canadian community because the policies and practices of our institutions create different outcomes for different racial groups. Systemic racism is embedded into the very fabric of our lives.

CRRC Peterborough
September 2, 2020

News & Stories

Playwright and Actor Beau Dixon Honoured at Black History Month Proclamation

On Sunday, February 2, Peterborough actor, playwright and musician Beau Dixon was honoured by The City of Peterborough and an appreciative community audience as the highlight of this year’s Black History Month Proclamation Ceremony. Beau’s plays and performances have brought…

CRRC Peterborough
February 2, 2020

News & Stories

“We Won”: “6(1)a All the Way” Clause Ending Sex Discrimination In Indian Act To Come Into Force Before Election

Peterborough activist Mary Gordon (left) and others at a weekly protest.

BREAKING NEWS: “The Trudeau government is expected to formally announce this week that it will put the 6(1)a clause into force before the fall federal election, inside sources have told JOURNEY Magazine. The clause, which was added as a part…

CRRC Peterborough
June 19, 2019

News & Stories

Anishinaabe Mississauga Flag to Be Flown at City Hall Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

Peterborough, ON — Mayor Diane Therrien will proclaim National Indigenous Peoples Day in Peterborough as part of a flag raising ceremony at City Hall at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019. Therrien invites the community to join her for…

CRRC Peterborough
June 19, 2019

News & Stories

Many Windows, One Light 2019

Many Windows, One Light 2019: An afternoon of dialogue and story-sharing towards a caring and welcoming community The Mount Community Centre Saturday, February 9, 2019 · 1-6:30 pm Including presentations, dialogue, artmaking & potluck dinner Bernie Farber: Opening ‘Provocateur’ Chair, Canadian…

CRRC Peterborough
January 16, 2019

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