Black History Month is part of Hockey Is for Everyone, a joint NHL and NHLPA initiative celebrating diversity and inclusion in hockey. Many clubs across the league celebrate with game nights that honour and celebrate Black excellence in the community. Vancouver's Black History Month game is an opportunity to learn, share and celebrate the experiences, contributions, and accomplishments of Black Canadians and their communities.
The Canucks are honoured to work with Jason Bempong, creative director of local clothing brand Sleepless Mindz, to design this year's Black History themed jersey. After being worn by players during warmups, Black History Month jerseys will be available for auction at
vanbase.ca
. Additional Black History Month merchandise can be purchased at the Canucks Team Store in section 113 or at
vanbase.ca
. Partial proceeds from retail sales will be donated to BC Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS).
Additionally, to support impactful work in the community, a $20,000 donation will be made to the BCBHAS on behalf of the Canucks for Kids Fund. BCBHAS is a registered charity whose purpose is to provide resources that document, educate and spread awareness of past, present and future achievements of BC's Black community members.
Budweiser has partnered with the Hockey Diversity Alliance (HDA) in support of its ongoing mission to eradicate racism and ignorance in hockey, both on and off the ice, with a specific and simple call to action to #TapeOutHate. Budweiser created a physical roll of hockey tape, featuring words of solidarity and a clear call to action to fight against bigotry and intolerance. $1 from every roll of tape goes towards supporting the HDA, to learn more visit
budweiser.ca/tapeouthate.
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About British Columbia Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS):
The British Columbia Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS) celebrates the achievements of Black people in B.C. by creating an awareness of the history of Blacks in B.C., stimulating interest in the contributions of persons of African ancestry to B.C. and Canada today, and celebrating historical and contemporary achievements in the arts, education, government, sports, science etc. They advocate for racial diversity by offering education, assistance and opportunities for Black community members who face unique social and economic barriers to incorporate into Canada's multicultural society.
About Black Business Association of BC (BBABC):
The Black Business Association of BC is a non-profit organization focused on supporting Black entrepreneurs and small businesses in the community. They provide programs and services that are made to elevate their businesses and to maintain their sustainability. They offer business services that support entrepreneurs with applying for loans, grants and pitch competitions. BBABC also offers mentoring and networking opportunities.
About Black History Month:
The theme for Canada's Black History Month 2022 is February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day. Every February, people are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities.
