Municipal declaration for Africa Day

Summary#

The municipal council unanimously adopted a declaration recognizing May 25 as Africa Day. The City highlights the contribution of African descent communities in Montreal and encourages the public to celebrate this day on May 25, 2026.

What this means for you#

The declaration applies to all of Montreal. It invites Montrealers to discover the cultures, history, heritage, and contributions of African communities. It does not make this celebration mandatory.

Costs#

No publicly available information.