Black History Month: Healing & Community | In Partnership with City of Oshawa & CMHA Durham

Posted: January 30, 2026

Trent University is marking the final week of Black History Month 2026 in partnership with the City of Oshawa and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Durham.

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Event Details

Monday, February 23, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
City: Oshawa

Building: Building A Atrium
Cost: Free

Trent University is marking the final week of Black History Month 2026 in partnership with the City of Oshawa and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Durham. This community-centered gathering focuses on healing through sharing, reflection, and connection.

The event will feature a panel discussion on Black mental health with the following panelists:

Dr. Connie Ojiegbe, Psychiatrist, Lakeridge Health and CMHA Durham
Sheryl Wedderburn, CEO, CMHA Durham
Joshua Thompson, Peer Support Specialist, CMHA Durham

Following the panel, attendees are invited to take part in an interactive celebratory drumming session, along with light refreshments and time for community connection.

Date: February 23, 2026
Panel Discussion: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Drumming and Community Gathering: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Building A Atrium

Register here!