Mississauga recognizes Emancipation Day on August 1

Emancipation Day is recognized annually on August 1. It is a time to reflect on the history of slavery, honour the courage of those who fought for freedom and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. The City of Mississauga is committed to building an inclusive and fair community.

This year marks the 190^th anniversary of Emancipation Day, which commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.

The community is invited to participate in honouring this important day by:

• Attending the Pan-African flag raising (see details below).
• Booking a guided museum tour focused on Black History in Ontario at Bradley Museum or Benares Historic House.
• Learning about the contributions and achievements of Black individuals in Canada by checking out the library’s curated reading list.
• Staying informed about the City’s ongoing commitment and actions to address systemic racism and racism including the Anti-Black and Indigenous Resolution 207 and the City’s first Black Community Engagement (BCE) Report.

To learn more, please visit the Emancipation Day webpage.

Emancipation Day flag raising

What

Raising of the Pan-African flag to honour Emancipation Day on August 1.
Note: Mississauga’s clock tower will also lit black, red and green in the evening to recognize this important date.

When

Thursday, August 1, 2024
11 a.m.

Where

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Ceremony to take place at the flagpole located on the west end of City Centre Dr.

Who

Mayor Carolyn Parrish and Members of Council
Consul General of Jamaica, Mr. Kurt Davis
Members of the Black Caucus Alliance

Cost

Free

Tags

• Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)