Ajax Anti-Racism Task Force

04/08/2026

Hi Ajax! The Town is developing an EDI Strategic Framework and as part of this we are seeking your feedback.

We understand there was recently an issue with the registration page for the upcoming Community Validation Session. The issue has now been resolved and we encourage you to register for the session to provide your input. Thank you for your patience as understanding as we worked to resolve this.

Session details:
Thursday, April 16
6:30 – 8 p.m.
McLean Community Centre, Community Hall (95 Magill Drive)

Learn more & register: ajax.ca/EDIStrategicFramework

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month! Join in on celebratory community events all month long by checking out the Black History Month events calendar.

Check back regularly for updates on events and registration.

Learn more at ajax.ca/BHM

01/29/2026

01/28/2026

Please join us for a Vigil on January 29, which is recognized in Canada as the National Day of Remembrance of the Québec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia.

This day honors the six victims who were murdered in the terrorist attack at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Québec City on January 29, 2017, and stands in solidarity with the survivors, their families, and the broader Muslim community. It is also an important moment to reflect on the continued rise of Islamophobia and reaffirm our collective commitment to inclusion, safety, and respect for all.

Thank you to the Town of Ajax for allowing us to remember the victims in a Vigil and for lighting the Ajax sign green on January 29. We appreciate the Town of Ajax’s values of diversity, equity, and community solidarity.

01/27/2026

01/23/2026

On January 21, TOA hosted a preview screening of CBC’s The Fifth Estate: Missing Black Boys documentary.

The event highlighted the urgent need for collaborative action to address the growing concern around missing Black youth from the Greater Toronto Area that are being found in remote communities across Ontario and beyond.

The Town of Ajax remains committed to working with the community to raise awareness, support preventative programs and create opportunities that empower and uplift all youth.

The full episode will also air tonight (Friday, January 23) on CBC TV and CBC Gem at 9 p.m.

Read the full news release to learn more: https://www.ajax.ca/en/toa-hosts-preview-of-cbc-s-the-fifth-estate-missing-black-boys.aspx

01/16/2026

Tune into season three, episode two of the Town’s podcast, TOA Talks featuring Co-Chair of the Ajax Anti-Racism Task Force, the Town’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor and Social Researcher from Community Development Council Durham (CDCD).

In this episode, conversations explore the make-up of Ajax today and what continues to attract residents to our growing community. Insights were also shared about the ongoing work being done to foster a more inclusive, equitable and connected community for everyone who calls Ajax home.

Watch or listen to this episode at ajax.ca/TOATalks.

10/15/2025

Join TOA for an evening of storytelling and conversation that centers Muslim histories and contributions during Islamic Heritage Month 2025!

Thursday, October 16 | 5:30–7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Ajax Town Hall (65 Harwood Avenue South)

Featuring speaker: Hassam Munir.

Learn more: ajax.ca/IHM