Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada)

Working to build Black political power and community support by engaging, encouraging and empowering Black Canadians to get more involved in politics

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Khadoni Pitt Chambers, candidate for Victoria city council! They have extensive experience working in both politics, and local communities through various paid and volunteer positions from coast-to-coast. More here: https://t.co/uiadwqK5OV

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

It's on tonight! Join us and @fbcfcn at our FINAL "Meet the Candidate" event at 7PM PST. FREE AND ALL ARE WELCOME. Link here: https://t.co/LZ6RrqUcQK

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Mayor Toni Boot! She is wrapping up her term as is in the Mayor of Summerland, following a 4-year term as a Summerland city councilor. Because of ongoing racist events, harassment and bullying, she is stepping down from the Mayor’s role... more here: https://t.co/wVJSwlWoC4

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Janice John-Mitchell, candidate for School Board Trustee in SD79! She pledges to make every effort to contribute towards the development of best practice approaches in curriculum and funding models ...more here: https://t.co/YwQWlxynG6
#bcpoli

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Maryann Pyne! She is a candidate for Surrey School Board Trustee and running with the slate, Team Surrey Schools. She is campaigning for change and the fundamental rights of all students... more here: https://t.co/PVlUXvJZKB

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Dominique Jacobs! Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Dominique is a candidate for School Board Trustee in SD62. Dominique wants to bring much-needed diversity to the School District... more here: https://t.co/KHGMsQN4x9

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

We want to affirm our ally-ship and support of Indigenous communities as we learn, listen and honor the experiences of the distinct Indigenous nations and peoples across Canada today.

We stand in solidarity. ✊🏽❤️
#StrongerTogether #TruthAndReconciliationDay2022

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet the Candidates -Part 2 has been postponed until October 4th, 7PM PST. Lots of time to register! Link here: https://t.co/LZ6RrqUcQK

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Cleta Brown, candidate for the Vancouver City Council. Born in Vancouver, Ms. Cleta has watched the city's livability and affordability erode. She feels the incredible potential of this city is still within reach... more here: https://t.co/xlx7PmuQxI

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Trish Mandewo! She is the incumbent in the Coquitlam City council race. Trish is a multi-award winning entrepreneur, politician, mentor, and author. She is the President & CEO of Synergy Executive & Boards Consulting Group. More here: https://t.co/KPZa6HMmTL

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Join us to "Meet the Candidates" on Tuesday, Sept. 27th at 7PM PST! Link to register here: https://t.co/LZ6RrqUcQK
Representation matters at every level of government. We are highlighting Black candidates who are running in the upcoming municipal election in B.C..
#bcpoli

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Attention! Calling all Candidates, please get (at) us! We want to support you. Are you Black (African descent) and running in the upcoming municipal elections in B.C.? We have upcoming events and are featuring profiles of candidates on our socials. Please contact us! #bcpoli

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Meet Mr. Bereket Kebede who is running for a seat in the New Westminster city council. He is committed to bringing communities together and cares about highlighting underrepresented voices. More here: https://t.co/Qj3ytNMCG4
Meet the Candidates TONIGHT 7 PM PST
Zoom #87147770699

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

Join us for a conversation and open community forum on Tuesday, September 6th at 7 PM PST to "Meet the Candidates!" We are partnering with the Federation of Black Canadians @fbcfcn to support Black candidates running in the Fall election. Register here: https://t.co/nSW6wmjJje

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

First up! Meet Ms. Pauline Greaves, MLA candidate for Surrey-South. She is a Ph.D educator and teaches business at the Langara School of Management. In the past five years, she’s seen the difference that the NDP government has made in Surrey. More here: https://t.co/JhzwQRBM3B

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

We're so excited about the upcoming elections in B.C.! We've got events lined up and candidate profiles to share so you can get to know the Black candidates who are stepping forward to serve in leadership.
#MeetTheCandidates #BlackCAN #supportblackcandidates #bcpoli

[Petros Kusmu @kusmu]

Thrilled to see @p_greaves throw her hat in the race! #BlackRepresentationMatters .@_BlackCan #BCpoli

[Petros Kusmu @kusmu]

@RhiHoyleYEG’s run is something that absolutely fires me up. Let’s go! #YEG #ABpoli #BlackRepresentationMatters @_BlackCan

[Black CAN (formerly, Black Voters Matter Canada) @_BlackCan]

We love to see more folks encouraging people from underrepresent communities to run for office! Some of our favorites - @deardubow & @drlisagunderson - will be there. Folks #Victoria: be sure to check it out & encourage some amazing ppl to consider going too #YYJ #CDNpoli #BCmuni

[Arielle Kayabaga 🇨���� @KayabagaArielle]

@kusmu @GGCLC @_BlackCan So great to meet you 💕