Episode 109: Support Black and Racialized-Led Initiatives

Ray grew up in a home that cultivated a focus on diversity and inclusion. He has three children, and he shares that it is important for them to have tools to navigate racism. He voices the importance of supporting Black and racialized-led initiatives. Further, he notes the significance of engaging in difficult conversations about racism.

Raynald Leroy, born in Montreal to Haitian parents, is the creative force behind RayPresents, a YouTube channel that brings to light remarkable stories of resilience and success. With degrees in Communications from the University of Ottawa, Journalism from Collège La Cité, and a Master’s in Sports Marketing from Ca’ Foscari University in Venice, Ray combines storytelling expertise with a global outlook. Deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Ray earned a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. Through RayPresents, he encourages meaningful conversations, amplifies underrepresented voices, and builds a community where personal narratives drive collective progress. Passionate about promoting unity and cross-cultural understanding, Ray uses his platform to connect communities, celebrate shared experiences, and highlight the strength found in human connections.

Currently, Ray resides in Ottawa with his wife and three children.

You can learn more about RayPresents here:

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https://youtube.com/@raypresents1804?si=6bBKGtd8YxDazyWr

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https://www.instagram.com/raynald_leroy?igsh=MWs0ZjkxZHNyMWhiYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/raynald-leroy-2a2a1b35?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

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Raynald Leroy

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I respectfully acknowledge that I have the privilege to work on the traditional territories of the peoples of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Blackfoot First Nation tribes of Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Stoney Nakoda First Nations tribes of Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley and the Tsuut’ina First Nation. The City of Calgary is also homeland to the historic Northwest Métis and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.

This podcast is funded in part by the Canadian Race Relations Foundation