This Black History Month, AstroSankofa Arts Initiative is collaborating with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) for the third consecutive year to showcase the talents of six local Black artists while honouring six influential Black Canadians who have shaped Toronto. This year’s theme, “A City of Belonging,” acknowledges the city builders who have transformed Toronto into the multicultural and vibrant community it is today. Director of AstroSankofa, Quentin VerCetty describes the artwork as “storytelling that reclaims our past, empowers our present and shapes a limitless future for a better, brighter Toronto.”
Six TTC buses and six station installations will be displayed throughout the city to highlight this incredible artistry and to educate the public about these influential city builders and their contributions to Toronto’s multicultural fabric. In February community walking tours to see the artwork are planned as an additional animation of the work – this could be a great community story to feature.
TTC to unveil buses honouring Black Community Leaders at Black History Month Celebration this Monday
