Every February Canadians celebrate Black History Month with a variety of events that acknowledge both the contributions of Black people past and present but also with an eye to the future.
This year’s theme is Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.
“Those with a long history in this country have established a legacy for the newer communities,” states a release from the Canadian government. “The theme underscores that Black Canadians have a rightful place in the nation’s narrative, with over 400 years of historical presence on these Indigenous lands, deserving acknowledgment and celebration.”
The Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce have compiled some articles that reflect the legacy Black leaders have left on construction and the continued efforts to make the industry a diverse and inclusive space.
Black leaders in construction industry paved the way: Campbell
Prof documents 1960s evisceration of Montreal’s Black-Anglo Little Burgundy enclave
Dedicated advocates are the ‘secret sauce’ of the community benefits movement: Expert
2024 Building Diversity Awards celebrate trailblazers helping to build a sustainable future
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