Dr. Cheryl Thompson named new Canada Research Chair
MOBA’s very own Dr. Cheryl Thompson was named a new Canada Research Chair (CRC), a program that promotes research excellence and recognizes leaders in their fields.
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Uncovering Black Canadian Sport Stories in Archives
Dr. Ornella Nzindukiyimana shares her strategy for combing through the archives to find treasures of Black sport histories.
Solving the Mystery of Eph Thompson, The Elephant Trainer
Author Bonnie Griffin needs our help! Over the years, Griffin has collected tons of research on Eph Thompson the elephant trainer, but one piece of the puzzle is yet to be found.
Digital Chronicles: Preserving Heritage, Empowering Futures
Learn more about the special webinar, featuring Dr. Thompson, in honour of UNESCO’S International Day for Monuments and Sites (World Heritage Day).
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS!
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MOBA Project Updates!
An update on MOBA Project’s development.
Blackface in the Kodak Archive, Ryerson’s Special Collections: Context for Reading ‘Racist’ Images
An article reading the history of Blackface in Canada, as pulled from Ryerson’s Special Collections.
Marcus Garvey’s Place in Toronto’s History
Curious about Marcus Garvey’s historical connection to Toronto and what remains to indicate his presence? This post is for you.
Black Canada and Why the Archival Logic of Memory Needs Reform
The archives are an important method for documenting and preserving Black history. But that doesn’t mean they are impervious to improvement. Read more about how they could do better and what is needed from researchers.