BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//BLACK CANADIAN CREATORS - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:BLACK CANADIAN CREATORS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for BLACK CANADIAN CREATORS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T230000 DTSTAMP:20260429T222425 CREATED:20260428T183827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T190740Z UID:5034-1779382800-1779577200@blackcanadiancreators.ca SUMMARY:Connecting Cultures: The Canada Africa Youth Education Forum 2026 Hits Toronto DESCRIPTION:We’re all about growth and global connections\, and this upcoming event is a major one for the students\, educators\, and diaspora in our community. \n\n\n\nThe Canada Africa Youth Education Forum 2026 is coming to Toronto this May\, and it’s all about strengthening the educational ties between Canada and Africa. If you’re passionate about student mobility\, educational partnerships\, or just want to hear from inspiring speakers about the future of global education\, you’ll want to be in the room. \n\n\n\nWhat’s on the Agenda?\n\n\n\nNetworking: Connect with the diaspora and young leaders from both regions. \n\n\n\nEngaging Panel Discussions: Deep dives into student mobility and new educational strategies. \n\n\n\nInspiring Speakers: Hear from policymakers and education stakeholders leading the charge. URL:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/event/connecting-cultures-the-canada-africa-youth-education-forum-2026-hits-toronto/ LOCATION:ON CATEGORIES:Toronto, ON ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260522T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260522T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T222425 CREATED:20260428T181528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T190805Z UID:5025-1779436800-1779472800@blackcanadiancreators.ca SUMMARY:The Small Business Show 2026 Comes to Toronto DESCRIPTION:Ready to move from “resilient” to “high-growth”? On Friday\, May 22nd\, the Small Business Show 2026 takes over the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) for a full day dedicated to the three non-negotiables of modern business: Technology\, Capital\, and Innovation. \n\n\n\nThe Future of Growth is Now\n\n\n\nFor the Black Canadian creator community\, 2026 is the year of the “CreatorPreneur.” We’re moving beyond just making content—we’re building scalable businesses. This show is designed to give you the roadmap to do exactly that. \n\n\n\nThe event is built on three core pillars: \n\n\n\n\nMastering Technology: Using AI and automation to stop doing the “busy work” and start focusing on high-level strategy.\n\n\n\nMastering Capital: Finding the fuel for your growth through strategic financing and funding pathways.\n\n\n\nMastering Innovation: Building a business model that doesn’t just survive but thrives long-term.\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s on the Agenda?\n\n\n\nThe day is packed with 10 hours of high-value networking and learning: \n\n\n\nReal-World Case Studies: Meet the entrepreneurs who have already combined tech and capital to win. \n\n\n\nKeynote Sessions: Visionaries and digital pioneers breaking down new trends. \n\n\n\nExpert Panels: Deep dives into the most urgent concerns for SMEs\, including building inclusive workplaces and responding to global consumer shifts. URL:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/event/mastering-the-scale-the-small-business-show-2026-comes-to-toronto/ LOCATION:ON ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T213000 DTSTAMP:20260429T222425 CREATED:20260428T174755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T191147Z UID:5013-1779566400-1779571800@blackcanadiancreators.ca SUMMARY:The Alien Everywhere Tour: Standup with TJ DESCRIPTION:Montreal\, get ready. The singular Haitian perspective is coming to the stage on Saturday\, May 23rd\, as TJ brings his The Alien Everywhere Tour to The Montreal Comedy. \n\n\n\nLaughter in the Darkest Places\n\n\n\nFresh off a TV pilot for FX\, TJ is back on the road with his third standup tour. This isn’t just a set of jokes—it’s a deep dive into the human condition. From immigration and belonging to the heavy hitters like death and grief\, TJ finds the “poetry of laughter” in the darkest of subjects. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re part of the diaspora or just love incisive\, caustic wit\, The Alien Everywhere promises a night of smooth\, conversational comedy that challenges and entertains in equal measure. \n\n\n\nFrom Port-au-Prince to the Comedy Cellar\n\n\n\nIf you haven’t caught TJ’s work yet\, you’ve likely seen his influence. A Haitian-born comedian now based in NYC\, TJ is a paid regular at the legendary Comedy Cellar and Gotham Comedy Club. He’s opened for comedy heavyweights like Maria Bamford and Janelle James\, and his special JANUARY 3RD is currently streaming on Amazon. \n\n\n\nBeyond the stage\, TJ is a contributor to The New York Times\, bringing that same sharp cultural commentary from his Op-Eds to his live performances. \n\n\n\nRefund Policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event. URL:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/event/the-alien-everywhere-tour-standup-with-tj-hits-montreal/ LOCATION:ON ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blackcanadiancreators.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR