In solidarity with Black Lives Matter

We have been watching as dozens of cities across the United States have seen historic protests and turnouts sparked by the murder of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man, at the hands of police in Minneapolis. It has sparked a pivotal moment that has led to a global movement, with solidarity protests planned in cities across the world – including Canadian cities.

UB stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement and struggles for racial justice across the world. It’s not enough to recognize one’s own privilege, we must listen to the marginalized voices of the communities most impacted by injustice. UB Media is using its national Resto-Bar network as a platform to make space for those needed to be heard. Over the next five months you will see Black Lives Matter in our digital screens across Canada in order to help keep the momentum going for this critical cause and further impact change.

“In a racist society it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be antiracist.”

-Angela Davis, American activist, academic & author

We encourage everyone to read more about systemic racism. Becoming more knowledgeable and gaining more understanding is what leads to empathy, growth and healing. This link is intended to serve as a resource to educate and help dismantle white supremacy. It contains a comprehensive list of reading material, videos and podcasts as a starting point. If you haven’t engaged in anti-racism work in the past, you can begin now. Everyone has the power to make a difference. Read through and share the document with your friends, family, and colleagues.

To get further involved please visit the BlackLivesMatter.com official website, as well as the official Canadian organization at BlackLivesMatter.ca