CACD IDPAD Excellence Gala 2025: Honouring Legacy, Celebrating Culture, Advancing Equity
Honouring Legacy, Celebrating Culture, Advancing Equity
Join us on 
Saturday, 8 November 2025,
 at the 
Mississauga Convention Centre
 for an unforgettable evening of culture, celebration, and purpose as we launch the 
Second United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent (2025–2035)
.
The 
CACD International Decade for People of African Descent (IDPAD) Excellence Gala
 is more than an event – it is a powerful affirmation of identity, solidarity, and shared vision for a just and inclusive future. Under the guiding principles of 
Recognition, Justice, and Development
, this gala celebrates the resilience, achievements, and global contributions of people of African descent while inspiring continued action to dismantle systemic barriers and advance equity.
What to Expect:
Red Carpet Experience
 – Step into elegance with live steel pan music, media interviews, and photo opportunities.
Cocktail Reception
 – Network with community leaders, influencers, and distinguished guests.
Exquisite Dinner
 – Savour a full-course meal inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the African diaspora.
Threads of Identity Fashion Show
 – Witness Afrocentric style and storytelling on the runway.
Live Jazz Performance
 – Enjoy the brilliance of Black musical innovation.
IDPAD Excellence Honours
 – Celebrate exceptional contributions to education, justice, arts, entrepreneurship, youth leadership, and community service.
Keynote Reflections & Multimedia Tributes
 – Be inspired by messages from leaders and visual stories of Black excellence.
Silent Auction & Raffle
 – Support CACD’s youth empowerment and anti-racism initiatives through engaging fundraising activities.
This gala brings together community leaders, educators, artists, policymakers, youth, and partners from across the region to celebrate heritage, uplift voices, and build momentum toward transformative change.
Why Attend?
Your presence is part of a collective movement – a declaration that diversity is our strength and inclusion is our choice. Together, we honour the past, embrace the present, and ignite a future where all can thrive.
Secure your seat at this 
prestigious evening of culture, elegance, and impact
. Be part of history as we celebrate excellence and advance equity for future generations.
Event Details:
Date:
 Saturday, 8 November 2025
Time:
 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Venue:
 Mississauga Convention Centre
Please reserve your tickets now and join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive tomorrow!
Information Source: Citizens for the Advancement of Community Development | eventbrite

Peel Regional Municipality

Canada

Mississauga

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