Africa Day 2025
When and Where
Description
We’re thrilled to invite you to Africa Day Canada 2025, a bold two-day experience designed to ignite collaboration, elevate voices, and accelerate impact across Canada and the African continent. Taking place on May 23–24, 2025, at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, University of Toronto, 108 College Street, this gathering is co-hosted by the Africa Impact Initiative and ONE Campaign, in partnership with the African Studies Centre (University of Toronto) and with planning support from Velma Morgan and Pauline Christian.
Day 1: The Strategic Impact Forum
Friday, May 23 | 4:00–7:00 PM
108 College St., University of Toronto
What to Expect:
The Strategic Imperative – Why Africa Matters for Canada’s Future
A Forward-Looking Canada – Leadership & Policy Priorities to Drive Implementation
Spotlight: Africa Impact Awards – celebrating transformational leaders in the African community
Day 1 Registration: https://lu.ma/1acat38g?locale=en-CA
Day 2: Entrepreneurial Impact & Community Engagement
Saturday, May 24 | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
108 College St., University of Toronto
On the Agenda:
The Power of the Diaspora – Influence, Integration & Economic Mobility
Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst – Building Trade & Investment Bridges
Breakout Sessions: Real conversations. Real solutions.
Day 2 Registration: https://lu.ma/15rp7jsd?locale=en-CA
Note: Event details can change. Please visit the unit’s website for the latest information about this event.