An overhead view of the Celebrating Black Communities gala dinner.

Events

Explore the lineup of activities and gatherings that promote education and the sharing of diverse perspectives.

From workshops and seminars to social events and community gatherings, there’s opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with others. Browse our upcoming events below and join us for an enriching experience.

Upcoming Events

Thursday, October 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, October 23, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, October 29, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, October 30, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 9:00 am - 4:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

PAIR Symposium: Black And Free Edition

What does freedom look like across history, health care, the arts, technology and innovation?

This question will guide three days of conversation exploring Blackness and freedom, bringing together PAIR members, the University of Waterloo community, partners and guests to share ideas, build relationships and envision transformative futures.

From history and health care to the arts, technology and innovation, the program invites participants to consider how Blackness and freedom inform research, creative practice and everyday life.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 10:00 am - 2:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

PAIR Symposium: Black And Free Edition

What does freedom look like across history, health care, the arts, technology and innovation?

This question will guide three days of conversation exploring Blackness and freedom, bringing together PAIR members, the University of Waterloo community, partners and guests to share ideas, build relationships and envision transformative futures.

From history and health care to the arts, technology and innovation, the program invites participants to consider how Blackness and freedom inform research, creative practice and everyday life.

Thursday, November 5, 2026 9:00 am - 4:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

PAIR Symposium: Black And Free Edition

What does freedom look like across history, health care, the arts, technology and innovation?

This question will guide three days of conversation exploring Blackness and freedom, bringing together PAIR members, the University of Waterloo community, partners and guests to share ideas, build relationships and envision transformative futures.

From history and health care to the arts, technology and innovation, the program invites participants to consider how Blackness and freedom inform research, creative practice and everyday life.

Thursday, November 5, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, November 13, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, November 19, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, November 20, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, November 26, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, November 27, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, December 3, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, December 4, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, December 10, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, December 11, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.

Thursday, December 17, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Level Up Event: Youth Advocacy Group

Level Up's Youth Advisory Group welcomes teens 12-16 to Thursday evening sessions at UWaterloo. Participants explore civic action, leadership, and community impact while gaining volunteer hours and hands-on experience. Click to find out more!

Friday, December 18, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

LBIH Event: Fridays After 5

Join us for Fridays After 5, a recurring series created by the Laterna Black Innovation Hub (LBIH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. These gatherings are designed as aspace tounwind, build community, and celebrate Blackness in all its forms.