Throughout the District there have been many opportunities to learn about Black history, futures and joy.
In a District-wide event to start Black History Month, youth from several high schools participated in Lift Every Voice, a special musical celebration. Featuring Marcus Mosely and Friends, the lead vocalist is a renowned gospel singer, speaker, and member of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame. Before the performance, Mosely spent several days with the Burnaby South Secondary Choir, as well as with students in Black Excellence and anti-racism groups from Cariboo Hill, Byrne Creek, Burnaby South, and Burnaby Central Secondary schools. The youth explored how music unifies and serves as a powerful platform. Watch highlights from Lift Every Voice .
Confederation Park Elementary students shared the accomplishments of Canadian civil rights activist Viola Desmond on their weekly school news broadcast. Several classes at Brentwood Park Elementary had the chance to participate in lessons about prominent Black leaders and experts in their field, including NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, agricultural scientist George Washington Carver and painter Alma Thomas. The hands-on experiences were led by Leadership students from Alpha Secondary.
At the start of the month, award-winning rapper Missy D visited French Immersion schools. Originally from Rwanda, she draws inspiration from both western artists and traditional music from across Africa. Missy D began rapping in Grade 5 in both English and French and was named the 2024 Francophone Artist of the Year by Western Canadian Music Awards.
Byrne Creek Community School came together with a potluck to celebrate Black History Month. The dishes were also an opportunity to sample cuisine from Black communities around the world. Byrne Creek was also one of several schools to participate in Limbo for All – a chance to share and honour Caribbean culture.
Read about more opportunities in Burnaby Schools to celebrate culture, strengthen and support diversity.
Learning Through Indigenous Teachings and Honouring Culture – Multiple Stories
Black Excellence Day Event Breaks Records – January 2026
Honouring Deaf Identity Through Connection and Culture – September 2025
BCSD Receives Proclamation Celebrating Deaf People – September 2025
District-initiated Exhibit Showcases Newcomers’ Settlement – July 2025
ÎçÒ¹·òÆÞ¸£Àû¾ç³¡ for Accessibility and Inclusion – June 2025
District Hosts Record-Breaking Provincial Event – May 2025
Sharing and Learning Through Cultural Experiences – May 2025
Honouring Significant Days with Sharing and Connection – March 2025
A Journey Through Time: Exploring Black History Month – February 2025
Learning About Culture and Celebrating Lunar New Year – February 2025
More than Words: Connection and Story – February 2025
Thousands Across BC Join District-Hosted Black Excellence Day Event – January 2025
Illuminating Connection Through Culture and Community – November 2024
Deaf Awareness Flags Flown for First Time at Schools – October 2024
Unique Experiences Support Students Who are New to Canada – June 2024
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Showcase Draws Record Numbers – May 2024
Learning About Cultures and the Strength in Our Differences – April 2024
Celebrating Black History Month and Beyond – February 2024
Student Voice Elevated at District-led Black Excellence Day Event – January 2024
Celebrating the Strengths in our Differences and Working to Dismantle Racism – December 2023
Students’ Post-Secondary Horizons Ignited in Black Futures Program – May 2023
Cultural Traditions and Practices Honoured – May 2023
Student Presenters Shine: Many Earn Top Honours – April 2023
Sharing Culture and Celebrating Expressions of Who We Are – March 2023
Celebrating and Reflecting During Black History Month – February 2023
Students Presenting at Black Excellence Day Event for Thousands – January 2023
Celebrating Black Excellence Beyond Black History Month – October 2022
Next Steps Coming: Action on Racism – September 2022
Anti-Racism Lead Nominated for Premier’s Award for Work in District – September 2022
Raising Diverse Student Voices and Opportunities – May 2022
Honouring Community Traditions and Practices – May 2022
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Pride Showcased at Event – April 2022
Honouring and Learning About Black History – February 2022
District Hosting Black Excellence Day for Thousands – January 2022
Dismantling Racism: Invitation to Engagement Process – May 2021
Asian Heritage Month: Honouring, Celebrating and Taking Action – May 2021
Black History Month: Celebrating & Learning – February 2021
Supporting Black Shirt Day – January 2021
Deafblind Student Publishes Book Accessible for All Children – January 2021
Continuing Our Journey: Supporting Anti-Racism – October 2020
Action on Racism: ÎçÒ¹·òÆÞ¸£Àû¾ç³¡ – June 2020
Student’s Personal Quest Before Losing Sight Leads to School First – June 2019
Inspiring Academy Award Winning Actress Visits Burnaby School – March 2019
Celebrating Black History Month in Burnaby Schools – February 2019Ìý
Posted February 2026