Ontario Black History Society (OBHS)

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The Ontario Black History Society (OBHS) is a non-profit registered Canadian charity, dedicated to the study, preservation and promotion of Black History and heritage. The Society aims to foster public interest and encourage the interest of Black History through: Recognition, preservation and promotion of the contributions of Black peoples and their collective histories through education, research and cooperation. Sponsorship and support of educational conferences and exhibits in this field. Promoting the inclusion of material on Black History in school curricular. OUR ONGOING PROGRAMS AND CURRENT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Public Education: We provide audio-visual presentations and speeches for libraries, schools and community groups on Black heritage. Oral History: We record and preserve oral history through taped interviews with members of Ontario's Black communities. Publications: Our newsletter "Ontario Black History News" is published three times per year. Research: We encourage the writing of community histories for future publications to ensure the preservation of our heritage. Leaders of Tomorrow: We encourage the youth to become involved in the Society's activities.
Address
10 Adelaide Street East, Suite 402, Toronto, M5C 1J3, Ontario
Telephone
416.867.9420
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