Black Business Edmonton

The Purple Tie Foundation Royal Gala
2024-05-18 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Edmonton)
Experience elegance at The Purple Tie Foundation Royal Gala!
Join us for live music, delectable food, and dancing.
Dress up for a cause!
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-purple-tie-foundation-royal-gala-tickets-780402112727

Sip and Paint Party
2024-05-11 15:00 - 19:00
Come join us on May 11th at Foundry On Whyte for a delightful Sip and Paint Party.
Enjoy a fantastic time indulging in delicious cocktails and mocktails, unleashing your creativity with paint, engaging in fun games, and much more!
Event Highlights:
Savory mocktails and cocktails
Painting activities
Delectable food options
Entertaining games
Karaoke sessions
Amazing music
An abundance of positive vibes 😁😁
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-and-paint-party-tickets-876263867817

Mother’s Day Gala 2024 5th Edition
2024-05-11 13:00 - 21:00
The Mother’s Day Gala is designed to celebrate, create safe spaces, build confidence, enable networking, and put forth an all-encompassing and empowering mantra that propels the Gala’s vision of supporting and preparing women to pursue their dreams of being their best version.
Mothers wear many different hats in one day. A mother can potentially juggle between being a chef, a doctor, a chauffeur, a cleaner, a counsellor, a mediator, a teacher, a coach for her children and loved ones. And they do so with so much strength, poise and grace. Subsequently these different roles are likely to leave mothers feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, burnt out and stressed out especially because they have been able to take care of everyone else but themselves.
Family Life & Beyond in conjunction with Mesh of Mothers is setting out on this Mother’s day to create a space to honor the contribution of mothers and mother figures acknowledge the efforts of maternal bonds and the role of mothers in our society through hosting a “Mother’s Day Gala”. This gala will have mothers feel seen, heard, and celebrated through open and honest conversations on how to Embrace oneself as a mother/mother figure while staying in touch with who they want to become.
Get your tickets here

Monthly Mixer & Business Networking
2024-05-10 18:00 - 20:00
Calling all Edmonton-based entrepreneurs and creatives!
The Edmonton Innovation Hub is hosting its first Business Networking Event.
Join us on May 10, from 6:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. MT at Scooly Education Technology, to connect with the Edmonton Innovation Hub Leader, Kemi Bolatito-Bello, and others like you for a night of community building.
Our Hubs serve as incubators for capacity building and resource accessibility, among other ways to encourage information sharing between entrepreneurs, corporations, and venture capital investors – regardless of industry or level. Come and be a part of how we are defining innovation for Black entrepreneurs in Edmonton.
See you there!
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Appel à tous les entrepreneurs et créatifs d’Edmonton.
Le Edmonton Innovation Hub organise son premier événement de réseautage d’affaires!
Joignez-vous à nous le 10 mai, de 18 h à 21 h (heure locale), à Scooly Education Technology, pour rencontrer le chef du Edmonton Innovation Hub, Kemi Bolatito-Bello, et d’autres personnes comme vous, lors d’une soirée de renforcement de la communauté.
Nos centres servent d’incubateurs pour le renforcement des capacités et l’accès aux ressources, entre autres moyens d’encourager le partage d’informations entre les entrepreneurs, les entreprises et les investisseurs en capital-risque, quel que soit leur secteur d’activité ou leur niveau. Venez participer à la définition de l’innovation pour les entrepreneurs noirs d’Edmonton.
Au plaisir de vous y voir!
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/890936524127

Skincare 101 Workshop
2024-05-04 13:00 - 16:00
Join Tara Edwards, owner of Luvurlōk Beauty Bar, on May 4, 2024 for an interactive workshop on skincare.
This workshop is for you if you battle with understanding skin care basics such as skin types, skin conditions & concerns, creating and sticking to a routine, learning basic ingredients for your skin type and concern/condition and how internal health impacts your skin.
This ticketed event will include food, a gift bag, discount on services & products and prizes.
Ticket Link

Leadership Workshop
2024-05-04 12:45 - 16:30
Workshop Overview:
Leadership is not just a title; it’s a way of thinking, acting, and inspiring others to achieve their best. In this dynamic workshop, we will explore the fundamental principles of effective leadership and equip participants with the skills, strategies, and mindset needed to excel as leaders. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned professional, this workshop will empower you to lead with purpose, influence with confidence, and drive positive change in your organization and community.
Workshop Objectives:

Leadership Fundamentals
Self-Leadership
Communication Skills
Building High-Performing Teams
Influence and Persuasion
Strategic Thinking
Change Management
Ethical Leadership
Leading Through Diversity and Inclusion

Workshop Format:
Interactive sessions Group discussions and activities Case studies and real-world examples Role-playing exercises Personal reflection and goal setting
Who Should Attend

Emerging leaders
Mid-level managers
Professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills
Anyone interested in becoming an effective leader in their personal and professional life

By the end of this workshop, participants will be better equipped to lead with confidence, inspire those around them, and drive meaningful change in their organizations and communities. Leadership is a journey, and this workshop will set you on the path to becoming an exceptional leader.
This event is free for Edmonton Residents.

Venus Ball
2024-04-19 21:00 - 2024-04-20 02:00
SENCELOSIA X CLUBCLUB presents the 🌸 The Venus Ball! 🌸
Picture this: twinkling lights, music that makes your heart sing, and a room full of smiling faces. Whether you’re strutting your stuff on the dance floor or striking a pose, taking cute pictures, every moment at the Venus Ball is a chance to shine bright and let your inner beauty radiate.
Get ready to dive into an evening filled with love, laughter, and a whole lot of glamour at the Venus Ball! This isn’t just any party; it’s a gathering of kindred spirits, where women and girls come together to celebrate each other, embrace their beauty, and create unforgettable memories in a space that feels like home.
Why are we hosting the VENUS BALL?
Because our community asked.
A diverse group of women – Cis, Muslim, Queer, Trans, Non-binary- expressed that they wanted to experience an event with just us in the room.
This is a novel offering rooted in several indigenous cultures . This is a desire and tradition across time, space, and cultures. It is a celebration of femininity and the feminine: beauty, pleasure, soft-life, music, dance, community and creativity.
Tickets: https://www.sencelosia.ca/tickets/p/venus-ball

BBE MEET, GREET, CONNECT & INFO SESSION | 4TH EDITION
2024-04-13 13:00 - 16:00
It’s our pleasure to invite you to the 4th edition of the Black Business Edmonton (BBE) Meet, Greet, Connect and Info Session. Join us as we celebrate the strides we’ve made together over the past year and look forward to the future with renewed vigor and purpose.
Event Details:

Date: April 13th, 2024
Time: 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Venue: Canadian Imperial Advantage – 11525 23 Ave NW Edmonton.

This special edition will serve as a beacon of growth, resilience, and unity within our community. The afternoon promises to be enriching, with a special reflection on BBE’s One Year Anniversary, insights from innovative businesses, and ample affiliate networking opportunities.
Highlights:

Reflection on the BBE One Year Anniversary: A look back at our journey and the milestones we’ve achieved.
Keynotes from Innovative Businesses: Be inspired by the success stories and innovative strategies of leading black-owned businesses.
Affiliate Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals and explore potential collaborations and partnerships.
Beverages and Snacks: Enjoy delightful refreshments and snacks, courtesy of premier black-owned pastry businesses.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a budding business owner, or simply passionate about supporting black businesses, this event is for you. It’s an opportunity to forge meaningful connections, gain insights, and contribute to the thriving ecosystem of black businesses in Edmonton.
We look forward to welcoming you and together, making the 4th edition of the Black Business Edmonton Meet, Greet, Connect and Info Session a memorable and impactful event.

THRIVE
2024-03-29 10:00 - 12:00
We are organizing “THRIVE: An Intercultural Breakfast and Wellness Event” to support the https://www.ecfoundation.org/funds/edmontons-black-community-fund/ EBCF, under the Edmonton Community Foundation.
Our goal is to create a vibrant space that not only raises awareness about the EBCF but also fosters intercultural conversations that celebrate the richness of the diversity in our community.
This is not a formal dress code event. There will be games, prizes and networking opportunities. We appreciate your attendance.
Please support the cause by registering via the eventbrite link.

CBCC Innovation Hub
2024-03-21 18:00 - 20:00
The CBCC is inviting you the CBCC Innovation Hub opening in Edmonton on March 21, 2024, at the Scooly Education Technology, located at 6906 82 Avenue NW Edmonton, Alberta. The event starts at 6pm-8pm.
The CBCC Innovation Hubs are part of a national effort to establish open-source physical centers and virtual spaces in strategic Canadian cities by the end of the quarter which will serve as an incubator for capacity building and resource accessibility, among other ways to encourage information sharing between entrepreneurs, corporations, and venture capital investors – regardless of industry or level.
In working towards a vision of creating generational wealth and trust — and a mission to advance Black businesses through education, empowerment and collaboration — we are committing ourselves to building an inclusive space that attracts and uplifts the growing Black business community. We would be honored to have you join us at our opening to commemorate how we plan to elevate Black-owned and Black-led businesses each and every day.

ANZA Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Showcase (Cohort 5)
2024-03-20 10:00 - 12:00
Join the African Canadian Civic Engagement Council(ACCEC) and our esteemed partners, Prairies Economic Development of Canada, TD Ready Commitment, Edmonton Unlimited, Business Link, and Edmonton Police Service Youth Diversion Program, as we come together to witness the vibrant showcase of the innovative businesses and remarkable endeavors nurtured within the ANZA Entrepreneurship Ecosystem’s 5th Cohort!
Come together with us to witness our talented youth participants as they present their groundbreaking business ideas to community stakeholders and partners, demonstrating their determination and vision for a brighter future.
Register for free here

Deep Throat Conversations
2024-03-16 19:00 - 22:30
Wondering what “Deep Throat Conversations” is all about? Keep reading!
An event dedicated to breaking societal barriers by engaging in open, candid discussions surrounding:
● Relationships, addressing traumas impacting our connections.
● Delving into sensitive yet crucial sexual conversations often brushed aside.
● Inclusive and enlightening dialogue on taboo discussions.
● Relationship insights, traumas, relationships, and sexual conversations.
We can’t wait to see you all there!
🎟️ Get your tickets here

TH.I.N.K Meetups event at Kilimanjaro VIP
2024-03-15 18:30 - 20:30
Hey T.H.I.N.K Fam,
We would like to invite you to our next TH.I.N.K Meetups event on March 15, 2024, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
Continuing our monthly Meetup series, we will meet at Kilimanjaro VIP to network while enjoying East African Cuisine and supporting black-owned businesses.
Agenda for March 15, 2024:

6:30 pm – 6:45 pm: Welcome & Registration
6:45 pm – 7:00 pm: Opening Remarks
7:00 pm – 7:20 pm: Icebreaker Activity: “Black Excellence Bingo”
7:20 pm – 7:40 pm: Speed Networking Rounds
7:40 pm – 8:00 pm: Panel Discussion “Empowering Black Voices in Business”
8:00 pm – 8:25 pm: Networking Mixer while indulging in the flavors of Kilimanjaro VIP
8:25 pm – 8:30 pm: Farewell and Networking Continues

Ticket link here
We have included a Stripe payment link for both ticket options in case you would rather pay through Stripe.
Sripe link for General Admission
Sripe link for Experience The Menu ( Entry, Snack, meal)
You can also E-transfer your payment to info@thinkmeetups.com. Send either $15 to pay for your door general admission ticket or we encourage you to purchase our full dining experience for only $25. This includes your entry, snack, choice of one meat, one veg, and one side. We will email you your manual ticket and also have your ticket reservation at the door.
Securing your tickets in advance enables us to meticulously orchestrate the evening’s proceedings, ensuring a seamless experience for all attendees, while also granting our kitchen staff the necessary time to curate the meals and tailor it to the event’s needs.
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you there.

Unlocking Career Potentials for Blacks with Mental Health Challenges
2024-02-24 11:00 - 14:00
This event is set to celebrate the official launch and first anniversary for THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION FOR BLACK HEALTH & PROFESSIONALS.
Date: February 24, 2024.
Time: 11 AM
Address: Stencil Hall, 11525 23 Ave Edmonton.
Distinguished Guests:
Hon. Randy Boisonnault
Hon. Shariff Haji
Hon. David Shepherd
Sam Juru
Kaycee Madu
Dr. Lanre Smith
Dr Elizabeth Smith
Panel Discussion:
The highlight of our event is a special panelist discussion on “Building Resilience: Tools and Techniques for Thriving in Careers with Mental Health Challenges.
Our panelists include:
Noreen Sibanda, Executive Director, KAIZEN PSYCHOLOGICAL
Dr. Mobolaji A Lawal, Associate Clinical Professor, University of Alberta
Mireille Zatcha, Executive Director, Mandla Foundation
Dr. Funmi Ishola, Nigerian Trained Family Medicine Consultant
Oluwatosin Ajayi, Engineering Lead, Clean Aero Tech
Other expectations from the event:
Live music
Free lunch
Free parking
Free Child care services (to be booked in advance)
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/g7gaSsXm
This event is more than a celebration; it’s a movement towards empowering and supporting the mental health of the black community, providing tools and discussions that pave the way for success in their careers and lives. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

A Celebration Of Black Love
2024-02-17 15:00 - 22:00
Celebrating Black Love is a way to acknowledge, honor, the ways in which black individuals and couples have courageously withstood obstacles
By Family Life and Beyond
Ticket Link
