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Please note that this website is no longer updated. Please visit our CK Central site (External link)for municipal employees for the most recent updates related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice.


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  • Event: GINDAASDAA Book Circle August 13 2024

    11 months ago

    GINDAASDAA (Ghin-daahs-daah) means looking at something together and learning from it in Ojibwe.

    This Indigenous-led, local book club focuses on Indigenous authors who have written about Indigenous Knowledge, Reconciliation and Worldviews.

    Meetings are bi-monthly.

    Everyone is welcome.

    The next meeting is Tuesday, August 13, 6:30-8:30PM in-person at Deshkan Ziibi and on Zoom.

    Book: Sacred Instructions: Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change written by Sherri Mitchell.

    Contact Naomi naomi@skanaflc.com(External link) to RSVP.

  • National Indigenous Peoples Day Events 2024

    11 months ago

    June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day(External link), a time to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

    We encourage you to participate in local events to honour the day, and National Indigenous History Month(External link) (June), as well.

    Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 - 9:00PM

    Indigenous Arts & Craft Market & Strawberry Social

    Deshkan Ziibi, 495 King Street West, Chatham


    Join us for strawberries and ice cream, browse, shop, network, and visit. Free event. All welcome.

    Learn more about National Indigenous Peoples Day, this and other local upcoming events on... Continue reading

  • Webinar: Conversation with Vernā Myers

    11 months ago

    Ritu Bhasin ofBCI Consulting is hosting Vernā Myers in a webinar on June 25th from 4-5PM to talk about the current climate and DEI efforts, best practices we need to focus on in this moment, how to prevent burnout in the work, etc.

    Vernā Myers is a well-known expert in the field and appears in the Harvard Business modules we are going to be using for our DEIJ education.

    Learn more on the Zoom registration page.

  • Event: GINDAASDAA Book Circle June 4 2024

    12 months ago

    Gindaasdaa Circle is meeting June 4 from 6:30-8:30 in-person at 435 King St W or virtually.

    The book we're reading is Medicine Wheel for the Planet: A Journey Toward Personal and Ecological Healing by Dr. Jennifer Grenz.

    Anyone is welcome to participate in the circle, whether you've completed the book or not. This is a chance to listen and learn together.

    Please contact me if you need this information in an alternative format rebeccah@chatham-kent.ca or x. 2447.

  • Event: May18-19 Walpole Island First Nation Pow Wow

    about 1 year ago

    On May 18th and 19th, Walpole Island First Nation will be hosting their 30th Spring Pow Wow in Bkejwanong Territory.

    Free to attend and all are welcome.

    Learn more about the Pow Wow on their Facebook Page(External link).

    Learn more about Pow Wows and etiquette from the St. Clair Catholic District School Board website(External link).

    Other Resources:

    A primer on Indigenous Pow Wows from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link).

    Indigenous Pow Wow Protocols from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Indigenous Pow Wow Dances from Indigenous Corporate Training(External link)

    Tips for Attending:

    Listen to the Master of Ceremonies – they’ll explain what’s happening to... Continue reading

  • Event: March 24 Map Mission Day 2024

    about 1 year ago

    On March 24, 2024, communities across Canada will come together for a common goal: to make our neighbourhoods more accessible and inclusive.

    With the power of the AccessNow app, you can be a part of this movement. Join us in mapping the accessibility of places in your city, and let’s transform Canada into an inclusive place for all.

    The Chatham-Kent event is hosted by the Accessibility Advisory Commitee of Council for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

    Learn more about Map Mission Day 2024 from AccessNow(External link)(External link).

    Learn more about the Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council on the Municipality of Chatham-Kent's(External link)... Continue reading

  • Event: March 8 & 9 - I Am Woman

    about 1 year ago

    Armoury Special Events, Zonta Club of Chatham-Kent, and She Leads are partnering to offer events in honour of International Women's Day on March 8th.

    For more information and to learn about how to support the events whatever your gender, visit the She Leads website(External link).

    Friday, March 8th, 4:30 PM

    "I Am Woman" March

    Meet at the clock downtown (at King & 5th St.). Walk to Sweet C's to enjoy a treat, cross at 3rd St. and return to the Cenotaph. Cross the bridge to the Chatham Armoury.

    Open to anyone (Women and their supporters), no cost.

    Bring a friend... Continue reading

  • Event: Ahlan Bazaar March 1 & 2

    about 1 year ago

    As Muslim communities prepare for Ramadan, the Ahlan Bazaar is happening at The Chatham Islamic Centre, 310 McNaughton Ave West, from 2:00PM - 6:00PM on March 1st and 2nd.

    Free entry, cash only for payments.

    Find jewlery, halal foods, desserts, clothing, eyebrow threading, and henna.

    If you have question, please contact Maha Muhareb 519.359.4024 or mamuhareb@hotmail.com.

  • E-course: Exploring the Roots of Anti-Black Racism

    over 1 year ago

    In honour of Black History Month, Canadian Equality Consulting (CEC) is offering a very affordable self-paced, online, 1-hour mini-course on the roots of anti-Black racism.

    This course will equip participants with the foundational knowledge, tools, and resources to identify the prevalence of anti-Black racism, and learn how to actively and intentionally build an anti-racist workplace.

    Learn more on the CEC website(External link).

    Find additional resources on anti-Black racism, inclusing a free course from the Ontario Human Rights Commission, under the 'Anti-Black Resources' tab of this website.

  • Events for White Cane Week (Feb 4-10)

    over 1 year ago

    The Chatham-Kent Chapter of the Canadian Council of the Blind is holding some events in honour of White Cane Week(External link).

    The group will have events at the Downtown Chatham Centre on February 5th from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. and 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. and on February 10th starting at 1:00 P.M. During these times they will have an obstacle course set up to help people experience what it might be like to navigate spaces with visual loss.

    They will also be out on February 7th to raise awareness starting at Walmart at 10:00 A.M., PetSmart at... Continue reading

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