--October 30, 2019.
Montreal’s traditional Black community would have called the area “St. Antoine” but it is now known as “Little Burgundy.”
The community’s history can be explored through the plaques, panels and murals commemorating Black achievement and the parks dedicated to celebrated figures.
The tour begins at Lionel Groulx metro station and ends at Georges Vanier metro station...
Diversity and Achievement in Anglophone Quebec: Your Story, Our Story
(Sherbrooke, Quebec, June 3, 2019).
--June 3, 2019.
When we understand our history, we understand our place in the world; our sense of self is reinforced through the stories we attach to our history. As a result, losing one’s history can be akin to losing one’s sense of self. Black immigrants have made significant cultural, artistic and social contributions to present-day Montreal. However, this history is often overlooked and rarely told. By uncovering these hidden histories we not only affirm the place of Blacks in Montreal’s history, but also preserve our stories for future generations.
