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Canadian Black Policy Network

@bpncan

Providing opportunities for Black communities and allies to engage in the public policy process.

 Toronto
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Joined October 2019
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✨SPARK 2026: TOMORROW, THE CONVERSATION BEGINS. SEE YOU THERE! Whether you're joining us in person in Toronto or virtually from across the country, we're looking forward to seeing you! 📅 November 6–7, 2026 📍 Toronto | 💻 Online Get last minute tickets zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🔥The countdown is on! In just two days, Black leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, advocates and changemakers from across Canada will gather in Toronto for SPARK 2026, the Canadian Black Policy Conference. 🎟️ Get your ticket now: zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🔥 SPARK 2026 is almost here! Join us November 6–7 in Toronto or online for two days of bold conversations on Black policy, justice, economic empowerment, investment and the future of AI. 🎟️ Limited tickets now available at 50% off! Register zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight How can policy address poverty, food insecurity, &health inequities in Black communities? Join Public health leader &Registered Dietitian, Nickaya Parris at SPARK 2026. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight Who gets to shape and own the future of AI? Human-centred AI strategist and governance specialist Kenisha Hanson will bring her expertise to the Black AI Future panel. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight How can public policy, private investment, and digital innovation advance Black economic development? Join Wilfreda Edward, ED of the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience on📅 Nov 6–7 Toronto + livestream zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight Who gets to shape & own the future of AI? Frank Onuh, Founder and Executive Director of the AIRI Foundation, brings expertise in AI research & inclusive digital transformation to SPARK 2026 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream cbpn.ca/spark-2026-canadian-…
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🌟SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight: Sunday Miller Sunday Miller brings experience in municipal leadership, nonprofit management, affordable housing, and community development to the Political & Private Investment panel. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🔥ONE WEEK TO SPARK 2026 ! Two days. Bold conversations. Powerful voices. Policy, activism, industry & ideas shaping the future of Black communities in Canada. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + virtual Don't miss it! zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp… #SPARK2026 #CBPN #BlackCommunities #PublicPolicy
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight Richard D. Sharpe is a human rights advocate and public sector leader advancing equity and addressing anti-Black racism. Join Richard at SPARK 2026 📅 November 6–7 | Toronto + livestream Get your Tickets: zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight: Zilla Jones Award-winning lawyer, author, and co-author of Canada’s Black Justice Strategy, Zilla Jones brings critical expertise to advancing racial justice and systemic reform. Join her at SPARK 2026, Nov 6–7! Tickets zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight With 34 years in public service, R. David Mitchell has led in youth justice, public safety, housing, and community development, championing better outcomes for Black youth and communities. Join us November 6–7! zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SAVE ON #SPARK2026 TICKETS! This is your last chance to secure discounted tickets to be part of two days of powerful conversations impacting Black Canadians. In person: $100 (Was $150) Virtual: $30 (Was $50) zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight As Director of Canada’s Black Justice Strategy at Justice Canada, Martine St-Louis, MPM brings 20 years of experience to advancing justice reform & addressing systemic anti-Black racism. Meet Martine at #SPARK2026, Nov 6–7 zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🔥 SPARK 2026 TICKET FLASH SALE: JUST DAYS LEFT! ⏳ Join Black leaders, policy influencers, community advocates, entrepreneurs, researchers, scholars and changemakers for two days of bold conversations, powerful insights, cultural performances, Tickets👉🏿zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟 SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight Anti-poverty activist & social justice leader recognized as one of Toronto Life’s 50 Most Influential Torontonians, Paul Taylor joins SPARK 2026 to discuss food security & economic justice. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟SPARK 2026: Where Black Ideas Meet National Impact From Toronto in 2019 to a national stage in 2026, the conversation continues Join two days of bold policy conversations impacting Black Canadian communities Toronto+Virtual | Nov 6–7 Discounted tickets: zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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🌟SPARK 2026 Speaker Spotlight Akwatu Khenti, former Ontario Assistant Deputy Minister, public health & social policy leader advancing mental health, health equity & community safety will be at SPARK 2026. 📅 Nov 6–7 | Toronto + livestream 🎟️ Get tickets: zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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CBPN Community Focus | Health Investment Watch🔍 Health Canada announces more than $6M in federal funding will support culturally responsive mental health, substance use and community crisis response initiatives for #BlackCanadians. Read more: canada.ca/en/health-canada/n…
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🌟 #SPARK2026 Speaker Spotlight Educator, author, artist, &cultural advocate Wendie Wilson advances Black food sovereignty, Africentric education, & community-led food justice. Nov. 6–7 |Toronto + Virtual Discounted tickets: zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sp…
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