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Black in BC

Date Day Time Location
February 1, 2024 Thursday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Surrey Arts Centre
Celebrating Black excellence, artists and designers

On behalf of the Surrey, BC-based registered charity DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society, you are invited to the Black in BC event, February 1, 2024, at 3–7 pm, at the Surrey Arts Centre.

²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵFashion is producing the fashion show at DiverseCity's Black in BC. Featuring ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵalumni designers House of Plethora, Rome X and Lana Argatoff, and local designers Kate & Frances and Oge Ajibe.

Launched in 2023, the empowering Black in BC event connects Black professionals, entrepreneurs, leaders and youth, along with individual and organizational allies to:

  • Celebrate the achievements, cultures and contributions of Black Canadians
  • Recognize and honour Black history in Canada
  • Inspire dialogue, learning and support for Black achievement
  • Advance equity and excellence for Black British Columbians including new immigrants and refugees

The free event will include hosted traditional African cuisine, musical performance by Rafikis Band, a drumming and dance performance, a panel discussion with local Black leaders, and our inaugural Black Brilliance Awards.