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City of Kingston Presents: Emancipation Day Celebrations


  • Confederation Park (lakefront side of City Hall) 6 Clarence Street Kingston, ON, K7L 5H8 Canada (map)

Emancipation Day

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Emancipation Day 〰️

The City of Kingston is recognizes Emancipation Day this year on August 1.
”To mark this important date in Canadian History, and to recognize the struggle and scarifice … join the City at 11:30am on August 1 for a flag-raising ceremony followed by a community services fair, both at Confederation Park.”

Activities happening on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025, at Confederation Park.

  • Flag-Raising Ceremony: 11:30 a.m. at Confederation Park (rainy-day location at Memorial Hall, City Hall, 216 Ontario St.)

The flag-raising ceremony will include reflections in both French and English acknowledging the enduring impact of enslavement and its connections to anti-Black racism while highlighting the government’s commitment to eradicating anti-Black racism and supporting Black-focused initiatives. We have invited numerous community members to join us on this day including elected officials and community partners.

  • Community Services Fair: 12:30 p.m. at Confederation Park

The Community Services Fair will include local community organizations and service providers who primarily serve Black community members at no cost.

  • City Hall Illumination In recognition of Emancipation Day: City Hall will be illuminated in the evening with red, gold and green – the colours of the Pan African Flag. 

For more information and the full schedule visit the City of Kingston website here

Source: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/arts-culture-and-events/city-calendar-and-events/feature-events/emancipation-day-celebrations/#:~:text=When%20and%20where%3F,%2C%202025%2C%20at%20Confederation%20Park.
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