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History
Loretta Penny is the LONGEST SERVING BLACK HISTORY PRESENTER in Ontario. Our Black History presentations address the history of Black people in Canada and throughout the world.
The Underground Railroad
The secret network of routes, known as The Underground Railroad, enabled many freedom seekers a chance for a new and free life. Learn about life on a plantation; methods of escape; Harriet Tubman and much more!
Black History:
An Ancestral Journey
Retrace Loretta’s husbands roots on a historic journey from the heart of Africa to the Caribbean, United States and Canada. This presentation is told from an African perspective, through the lens of Loretta’s husband, Michael McLean.
Black History:
March to Justice
From the last days of slavery to contemporary times; from United States to Canada. Powerful visuals and riveting stories will help audiences understand Canada’s history, experiences and social conditions, on a journey toward equality for all.
Black History:
The Civil Rights Movement
Join us on a journey to examine the Civil Rights Movement and it's success in uniting people of all ages and races, for the betterment of our world.
Black History Canada
Black Canadians have been in Canada from the earliest of times. They have contributed to Canada’s successes and shaped the Canada we know and love today. Learn about many unknown people and aspects of this part of Canadian history that has been
hidden for decades.
Black History:
Heroes & Inventors
This presentation will celebrate the inventions, discoveries and achievements of Black people around the world. From the beginning of time to modern times.
Women Who Changed
the World (Part 1)
Since the beginning of time, women have changed the world. This presentation will take audiences from the earliest of times to the year 1900. They will best understand the role of these trailblazers, in shaping Canada and the world.
Women Who Changed
the World (Part 2)
From 1900 to contemporary times, women have advanced forward in ways that have defined the last 100 years and beyond. Learn about a few of these women who have made extraordinary contributions to their societies locally and globally.
WW1: We Remember
Transport yourself back in time, to WW1. Learn about life in the. trenches; military animals; No Man’s Land; Nursing Sisters; the Canary Girls; and so much more. Focus on Canada’s role and Canadians who served in the field and at home.
WW2: The Global War
WW2 involved almost every part of the world. Delve into the main opposing sides; the role of Adolf Hitler; concentration camps; interment camps; Canadians at war.
Indigenous:
A brief History of Canada
From first European contact in Newfoundland, to residential schools, this presentation will address Indigenous issues throughout our history.
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Permission to speak about Indigenous peoples,
has been granted to me, by the late Daniel Paul,
Mi'kmaq Elder.