April 18th, 2020

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Black Excellence: Toronto Black Youth Conference

This is a youth led initiative created by Black Youth for Black Youth.  We wanted to create a space where we can share ideas, learn from each other and focus on the future.


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The Morning starts with Registration and a Keynote Address followed by workshops and a catered lunch. 

career round robin

Sit down with a Black Professional or Tradesperson and ask them how they got to where they are.  

Register

If you  are interested in attending, please click on the register  button now and filling out this quick google form! 

Register

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C O L L A B O R A T E

Work with other high school students and hear about the various opportunities and platforms available to you


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E D U C A T E

Learn from professionals and tradespeople about different careers, pathways and possibilities for the future


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C O N N E C T

Share your thoughts about living and going to school in Toronto in addition to the cultures and practices we partake in

Schedule

Registration

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Registration

8:30 AM - 9:15 AM

Sign in at the registration table, pick up a name tag and meet the other participants!

Keynote Speaker

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Keynote Speaker

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Petal Farquharson - Vice Principal of L'Amoureaux Collegiate

Workshops

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Workshops

10:10 AM - 12:30 PM

Sign up for TWO of FOUR workshops: Black Girl Magic, Black Boy Power, Mental Health for Black Teens, Blackademics: How to...

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Career Exploration

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Career Exploration

1:30 - 4:30 PM

Following a catered lunch, meet career mentors from various career fields including: Medicine, Tech, Business, Construction Tr...

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Wrap up

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Wrap up

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Closing remarks and next steps for the Toronto Black Youth Conference.

A great day