Community News
Glad to Serve You
For well over forty years, the Black Studies Centre (BSC) has been providing a wide range of services to the Montreal community and to its various institutions. We look forward to serving you more in the future.
BSC Archive
The BSC archive consist of a unique collection of items 
documenting over seventy years of the black community's existence in Quebec and Canada. We are presently seeking an active Volunteer to assist in the cataloging of documents and artifacts.
About the Collections The BSC archive relates specifically to the Black community in Canada and most notably Motreal. Items includes the history of various organizations, the contribution of community members, and the history and growth of the black community over the 19th and 20th century.
Services & Activities
- Safe storage for items
- Research Tours
- Programming Recording local events
- Research Services
Files are open to the public. Searching is available by mail, phone, email or in person.
Educational Programs
The BSC is presently in the process launching a new program titled "Doorsteps - Black History in The Schools". School visits by local history experts will be the focus of the program and the Creation of audio visual programs with student involvement.
Volunteerism
The BSC is a community driven organization that values its programs, special events, and volunteers. In order for us to continue our programs, we are in need of volunteers. The following is a list of our upcoming events in need of volunteers just like you!
Information Technology
We understand the enormous potential of Information Technology not only as a tool for improving information access and creating more jobs, but more significantly, as a means to greatly enhance the standard of living of the people.
Contact us now!
Are you interested in our programs and services? Do you wish to volunteer with our organizaiton? Contact us now to find out more.
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Incubation Program
In 2004, The Black Studies Center in partnership with Concordia University began a small business incubator initiative to stimulate the growth of local businesses.It is the only program of its kind in the Montreal Black Community. Today, this initiative continues to support new businesses both physical and virtual.