Nova Scotia kicks off African Heritage Month with virtual poster-unveiling ceremony
Nova Scotia kicked off African Heritage Month Tuesday with the unveiling of a virtual poster and a provincial proclamation.
“I am delighted and honoured to participate in the launch of African Heritage Month 2022,” said Lt.-Gov Arthur J. LeBlanc. “This year’s theme is particularly significant because it honours African Nova Scotians who have worked tirelessly for change and played a key role in the development of Nova Scotia and Canada as a whole.”
According to a news release from the province, this year's theme, "Through Our Eyes: The Voices of African Nova Scotians," recognizes the legacies of people of African descent through first-voice, lived realities and experiences.
Premier Tim Houston also attended the virtual celebration. He says African Heritage Month is a time for Nova Scotians to come together.
“Learning from the past and acknowledging the present will help ensure a positive journey forward,” said Houston. “African Heritage Month is a time for all Nova Scotians to learn and grow as we commit to creating a more inclusive province where everyone can thrive.”
The African Heritage Month Information Network is responsible for selecting the theme, producing educational posters, and supporting the various virtual and in-person events across the province.
Tuesday's virtual launch can be watched online.
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