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Celebrating Emancipation Day: Remembering the Past, Shaping the Future

by Parkview News Online
July 25, 2024
Celebrating Emancipation Day: Remembering the Past, Shaping the Future
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Emancipation Day is a significant and solemn occasion that invites us to consider the long and agonizing history of slavery in addition to the current fight for equality and freedom. This day, which is observed globally in a variety of ways, serves as a reminder of the bravery and resiliency of people who opposed the cruel system of slavery.

August 1st, 2021, was proclaimed as Emancipation Day by Nova Scotia, a day set aside to commemorate and remember the common history of African Americans being enslaved in Canada.

The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 was signed into law on August 1, 1834, thus abolishing slavery throughout the British Empire.

The systemic anti-Black racism that still affects individuals of African ancestry today has its roots in slavery. Observing Emancipation Day offers a chance to honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of people of African origin throughout the region, as well as to continue having meaningful conversations about inclusion and race relations.

Emancipation Day 2024 Events:

Provincial proclamation, municipal flag raising and unveiling of the Jamaican Maroons Commemorative National Historic Site
Thursday, August 1st, 2024 | 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. | Fort George (Citadel Hill)

A History Exposed: The Enslavement of Black People in Canada Exhibition opening
Thursday, August 1st, 2024 | 1:30 pm. | Pier 21

Freedom Narratives: Emancipation Day Art Celebration
Thursday, August 1st, 2024 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. | Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library

Halifax is committed to tackling the anti-Black prejudice that persists in both our community service areas and our own organization.

Regional Council approved the framework for creating a municipal Anti-Black Racism (ABR) Strategy and Action Plan in order to assist with these efforts. This project never ends.

The municipality is also starting the Anti-Black Racism Grants program this year to enable African American communities and citizens to confront anti-Black racism through grassroots, community-led projects and activities. Entries are accepted from August 1 to September 30, 2024.

Learn more about the celebration of Emancipation Day at: https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/diversity-inclusion/african-nova-scotian-affairs/emancipation-day

Reference: https://www.halifax.ca

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