Lost for ideas on what you can do for Black History month? Here are some ideas:

Read a book by a Black author (fiction, memoir, or poetry).

Watch a documentary about Black history or civil rights.

Support a Black-owned business (food, books, services).

Attend a local Black History Month event or panel.

Create a mini spotlight on a Black changemaker (post or journal).

Listen to a podcast hosted by Black voices.

Cook a dish inspired by African or Caribbean cuisine.

Visit a museum or cultural centre featuring Black history or art.

Write a reflection on what Black history means to you today.

Learn about Black Canadian history (not just U.S. history).

Share a Black History Month post on social media with intention.

Teach children about a Black inventor or scientist.

Watch a film by a Black director.

Learn the story behind a Black anthem, poem, or song.

Volunteer with an organization that supports Black communities.

Host a discussion night on identity, history, and culture.

Explore African fabrics, fashion, or hairstyles and their meanings.

Create art inspired by Black joy, resistance, or heritage.

Learn about the history of anti-Black racism in your city or country.

Support a Black-led nonprofit through a donation or sharing their work.

Interview a Black elder or community leader about their experiences.

Read children’s books that celebrate Black identity and excellence.

Learn a few words from an African or Caribbean language.

Watch a talk or lecture by a Black scholar or activist.

Curate a Black History Month playlist.

Reflect on how you can be an ally beyond this month.

Journal about Black resilience, joy, and creativity—not just struggle.

Attend a church or community service focused on Black history.

Encourage schools or workplaces to acknowledge Black History Month.

Commit to learning about Black history all year, not just in February.

Here are ideas for what you can do if you live in Edmonton this month

30 Black History Month Activities – Edmonton Edition

Visit Africa Centre to learn about Black settlement and migration in Alberta.

Attend a Black History Month event hosted by a local community organization in Edmonton.

Learn about early Black settlers in Alberta, including Amber Valley and Campsie.

Support a Black-owned restaurant in Edmonton (dine-in or take-out).

Watch a film or documentary featuring Black Canadian stories at a local screening or online.

Explore Black Canadian history through resources from Edmonton Public Library. Read about Black nurses, educators, and community leaders who shaped Edmonton.

Share a local Black-owned business on your social media.

Visit a local art exhibit featuring Black or African-diaspora artists.

Attend a church service or community gathering honouring Black History Month.

Listen to Edmonton-based Black creators, podcasters, or spoken-word artists.

Learn about anti-Black racism in Alberta and how local communities responded.

Volunteer with a community group supporting Black families or newcomers.

Host a small discussion at home or work on Black history in Edmonton.

Visit a historical site connected to Edmonton’s early Black residents. Support Black-led nonprofits doing grassroots work in the city.

Watch a documentary on Black Canadians and discuss it with friends.

Attend a youth-focused Black History Month program or workshop.

Learn about African and Caribbean cultural festivals held annually in Edmonton. Read a book by a Black Canadian author and reflect on its themes. Share stories of Black excellence in Edmonton—past and present.

Learn about Black immigration patterns to Edmonton and Alberta.

Support Black hairstylists, designers, or creatives in the city.

Invite a Black Edmontonian to speak at your school, church, or workplace.

Visit a local market or pop-up featuring Black vendors.

Explore the role of music, faith, and family in Edmonton’s Black communities.

Write a short reflection on what Black History Month means in an Edmonton context.

Encourage your workplace or school to acknowledge Black History Month meaningfully.

Donate to a Black-led Edmonton organization or mutual-aid effort.

Commit to supporting Edmonton’s Black community beyond February.