Dear participants, welcome to the 3rd Edition of the provincial bilingual conference Résolutions2025: Overcoming Racism Together!
The Call to Action Against Racism advisory committee, under the leadership of La Passerelle-I.D.É., is honoured to welcome you to the third edition of the provincial bilingual conference Résolutions: Overcoming Racism Together, taking place October 16 and 17, 2025, at the City Hall of Greater Sudbury for the official opening, and at Collège Boréal for the conference sessions.
This landmark event will bring together distinguished dignitaries—including the Mayor of Greater Sudbury, Mr. Paul Lefebvre, our special guest for the official opening, as well as a wide range of influential experts and panelists from the public, private, and community sectors.
Key moments of Résolutions2025:
Pre-Conference Excursion - October 15, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The goal of the pre-conference excursion is to immerse participants in the rich and living history of Manitoulin Island, located on unceded Indigenous territory, on the eve of the conference. This experience will provide enhanced insight into the historical and contemporary connections between Black and Indigenous communities, as well as the struggles and achievements of these peoples in the face of injustice.
By exploring this symbolic territory, participants will be invited to engage in meaningful reflection and dialogue on systemic racism and intercultural solidarity. This experience will strengthen our collective commitment to equity and inclusion, while laying the foundation for more informed discussions throughout the two days of Résolutions2025.
Day 1 - October 16, 2025
Official Opening – Greater Sudbury City Hall with Mayor Paul Lefebvre
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Résolutions2025 will officially begin with a ceremony honouring the Indigenous heritage of the land and African ancestry, symbolizing a shared commitment to cultural inclusion and recognition. The official launch will take place at City Hall in the presence of the Mayor.
Following the opening ceremony, participants will make their way to Collège Boréal for official registration.
Press Conference
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Registration & Lunch
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The day will begin with a friendly networking breakfast, offering participants a chance to connect. This will be followed by inspiring keynote addresses centered on the main theme of the conference: dismantling systemic racism. Dynamic panel discussions will explore key intersections that shape our collective narratives and critical issues.
Panel Discussions & World Café
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Red Carpet & GEMMES Recognitions Gala
6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
An unforgettable evening honouring four outstanding Francophone leaders for their remarkable commitment to eradicating systemic racism within Ontario’s diverse Francophone communities. The program will include live performances, a red carpet entrance, a raffle, and the presence of over 150 guests, including dignitaries and notable personalities.
Day 2 - October 17, 2025
Morning Sessions
8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
The second day will build on the dynamic conversations and reflections initiated during the previous day’s breakout sessions. Expert speakers will delve into emerging themes, encouraging participants to remain actively engaged throughout. Research presentations will highlight critical data and studies, preparing participants for deeper exploration in the upcoming workshops.
Lunch Break
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Participants will enjoy a catered lunch featuring a special guest speaker who will share their reflections and perspectives on the conference theme. Panel discussions will continue to shape the overarching narrative of Résolutions2025.
Interactive Workshops
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Participants will network and then dive into thematic workshops, each focusing on key aspects of systemic racism. Facilitated by field experts, these sessions will foster co-creation of solutions and generation of concrete ideas, guided by a reference document outlining the main issues and priority challenges.
Afternoon Plenary Session
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
At the end of the workshops, participants will reconvene in plenary to share key takeaways and outcomes. These presentations will spotlight actionable strategies to advance racial equity. Closing remarks will emphasize gratitude, solidarity, and our collective commitment to long-term action beyond the conference.
N.B.
The provincial bilingual conference Résolutions2025: Overcoming Racism Together is by invitation only, and in-person participation cannot be guaranteed for all invitees. However, a live broadcast will be made available to ensure wider access to the conversations.
We are pleased to have partnered with the Hilton Garden Inn, Sudbury, to offer a limited number of confirmed participants reduced-rate accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please indicate so in the preliminary registration form. Organizers will follow up with further details.
The Résolutions2025 team thanks you in advance!