BLACK HISTORY MONTH CANADA

As a proud Canadian I would like to share a post on Black History Month Canada. Canada has a very diverse culture and for the large population of our country I am very grateful to say on the whole we live with respect, harmony and peace.

What is it?

Black History Month is a time to celebrate and remember all the ways that black Canadians have contributed to Canada’s history and culture. Throughout February, this celebration provides a chance to learn about African cultures.

When did it start?

The history of Black History Month dates back to 1926 in the United States. At that time, an African-American historian named Carter G. Woodson founded a week that focused on celebrating the accomplishments of African Americans. He decided on a week in February because two important men were born in that month.

Carter G. Woodson

The history of Black History Month dates back to 1926 in the United States. At that time, an African-American historian named Carter G. Woodson founded a week that focused on celebrating the accomplishments of African Americans. He decided on a week in February because two important men were born in that month.

The first was Frederick Douglass, a former slave in the 1800s who spoke out for the freedom of slaves, as well as equal rights for women. And the second was Abraham Lincoln. As the 16th president of the United States, Lincoln fought for the freedom of all slaves throughout the country. While Woodson’s idea began as a one-week celebration, it eventually became a month-long event called Black Heritage Month in the United States in 1976. And, in 1995, Canada’s government officially recognized February as Black History Month.

source:http://www.cbc.ca/kidscbc2/the-feed/all-about-black-history-month

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