This is it! The Call to Action Against Racism advisory committee is delighted to announce Résolutions2025: Overcoming Racism Together, the 3rd edition of the bilingual provincial conference
This bilingual edition under the theme "TOWARDS A ROOTED AND INCLUSIVE FRANCOPHONIE" will be held from 15 to 17 October 2025 in Greater Sudbury, with an unforgettable pre-conference excursion to Manitoulin Island, an unceded territory of First Nation communities. October 16 and 17 will bring together black and racialized community leaders, public and political decision-makers, private institutions and youth from across the province to work together to advance racial equity in Francophone communities. And to officially open the conference, we will be honoured to welcome our special guest Mayor Paul Lefebvre, Mayor of Greater Sudbury.
The first two editions of Résolutions delivered concrete, collective recommendations to combat systemic racism in the fields of education, the economy, health and public policy. This work has helped to guide institutional action, strengthen cross-sector collaboration and open up sustainable spaces for dialogue between communities and decision-makers. Résolutions2025 is part of this continuity, with the aim of anchoring equity at the heart of Francophone structures.
More about this year’s theme
“TOWARDS A ROOTED AND INCLUSIVE FRANCOPHONIE”
This year's theme, "Towards a rooted and inclusive Francophonie", is a call to action and a tribute: to our past struggles, to our thriving communities, to our languages, cultures and multiple identities. It underlines the importance of building a Francophonie that recognises the richness of its diversity, anchors its actions in the experience of racialised peoples, and is resolutely committed to equity in all spheres of society.
Exclusive Pre-Conference Excursion
October 15, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
An inspiring tour of Manitoulin Island, in the heart of a First Nations reserve
The aim of the pre-conference excursion will be to immerse our participants in the deep and living history of Manitoulin Island, in the heart of a First Nations reserve, the day before the conference. This excursion will offer an enriched perspective on the historical and contemporary links between the Black and First Nation communities, and on the struggles and successes of these peoples in the face of injustice.
By exploring this symbolic territory, we will provoke meaningful reflections and exchanges around the issues of systemic racism and intercultural solidarity today. This experience will strengthen our collective commitment to equality and inclusion, while paving the way for enriched discussions over the two days of the Résolutions2025 conference.
Together, we seek to honour the past while building an equitable and more inclusive future.
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Highlights of Résolutions2023 in Ottawa
Résolutions2023 : Vaincre le racisme ensemble - Overcoming racism Together
Résolutions2023 - Extraits de l'ouverture officielle à la colline parlementaire à Ottawa
La sénatrice Bernadette Clément au lancement de Résolutions2023 : Vaincre le racisme ensemble
Résolutions2023 - Extraits de la cérémonie de clôture au salon des sénateurs du parlement à Ottawa
Résolutions2023 - Extraits de la conversation publique à Ottawa
Résolutions2023 - Extraits de la conversation publique à Toronto
Résolutions2023 - Vidéo complète de la concertation publique avec les grands décideurs
Résolutions2023 - extraits des discussions, lors des panels, et des discours des orateurs experts.
Résolutions2025 Registration
Join us for Résolutions2025 in Sudbury
Dear participants, welcome to the historic bilingual conference Resolutions2025: Overcoming racism together!
The advisory committee Call to Action Against Racism and La Passerelle-I.D.É. are delighted to invite you to the third edition of the conference Résolutions: Overcoming Racism Together, which will take place on October 16 and 17, 2025, at Collège Boréal in Sudbury.
This landmark event will bring together renowned dignitaries, including Sudbury Mayor Paul Lefebvre at the official opening of the conference, as well as a host of influential experts and panelists from the public, private and community sectors.
Key moments of Résolutions2025:
October 15, 2025 - Pre-Conference Excursion: An exclusive visit to the unceded traditional territories of the First Nations. Participants will be invited to contemplate and reflect on the historical traumas suffered by aboriginal peoples - a profound experience that will anchor our conference in truth and collectiveness.
Day 1
Official opening at Sudbury City Hall
October 16, 2025, 9:00 am to 11:30 am: Land recognition ceremony and opening speech with dignitaries and Mayor Lefebvre. A solemn beginning of hope and collective commitment to eradicating systemic racism in French-speaking Ontario.
Official registration and conference proceedings at Collège Boréal in Sudbury (21 Lasalle Blvd, Greater Sudbury, ON P3A 6B1)
October 16, 2025, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: The day begins with a convivial networking lunch, giving participants a chance to get to know each other. It continues with inspiring speeches on the central theme of the conference: combating systemic racism. Dynamic panels will then explore the key intersections that shape the narratives and issues at the heart of our collective reflections.
Red Carpet and GEMMES Recognition Gala
October 16, 2025, 6:30-11:00 p.m.: Join us for an unforgettable evening honouring four outstanding Francophone leaders for their fight against systemic racism in Ontario's Francophone communities. With live entertainment, a red carpet and raffle prizes, this is a celebration not to be missed
Day 2
Engaging Panels and Closing
17 October 2025: Day two begins with a continuation of the dynamic discussions and reflections from the previous day's breakout sessions. Participants will then enjoy a networking lunch before diving into themed workshops in the afternoon, each addressing key aspects of systemic racism in the context of the conference theme.
Afternoon plenary
17 October 2025: Following the discussions, participants will reconvene in plenary to share their ideas and conclusions. The results of the discussions will be presented, highlighting concrete solutions and recommendations to advance the eradication of systemic racism in our communities.
N.B.
Given the exclusive and by-invitation nature of the bilingual conference Résolutions2025: Overcoming Racism Together, face-to-face participation cannot be guaranteed for all participants. However, a live broadcast will be offered to allow everyone to follow the discussions via livestream.
A discounted stay at the Hilton Garden Inn will be offered to a limited number of confirmed participants on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please indicate this on the preliminary registration form. The organisers will take note of your request and inform you of further details.
The Résolutions2025 team thanks you in advance!
OUR CONFIRMED PRESTIGIOUS PARTNERS OF THIS YEAR
And the list is growing!