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African Nova Scotian Justice Institute alleges systemic racism in N.S. public prosecutionThey allege the practices, policies and objectives of the province's Public Prosecution Service (PPS) has upheld anti-Black racism since its inception.CanadaAug 25
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Ottawa, N.S. provide funds for Pictou County Sports Hall of Fame, community facilityThe multi-million-dollar facility will include a community space, kitchenette, and new exhibits highlighting the achievements of local African Nova Scotian and Mi'kmaq athletes.CanadaJun 17
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New tribute unveiled for George Dixon, the first Canadian to win a world boxing titleBorn in 1870 in Africville, a once-thriving community in the north end of Halifax, Dixon was renowned for his stamina, speed and innovative training methods.CanadaJun 12
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New African Canadian studies degree could be coming to Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie University is one step closer to offering a new Black and African diaspora degree program, which would be a first in Canada.EducationMay 16
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‘Best feeling ever’: Halifax Black Film Festival returns this month with in-person screeningsThe seventh annual Halifax Black Film Festival will return later this month, with options to visit the festival in-person or online.EntertainmentFeb 9
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The story of African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia and the significance it holdsAfrican Heritage Month was first marked in Nova Scotia nearly 40 years ago and continues to hold great significance, with more work to do, says a Black studies specialist.CanadaFeb 1
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N.S. housing bill amended after concerns by Black community over gentrificationHousing minister says the government decided on the amendment after a letter expressing concern from the African Nova Scotian Decade for People of African Descent Coalition.CanadaNov 4, 2022
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Halifax church uncovers 200-year-old original gable during renovationA recently-uncovered gable at a heritage church in Halifax will become a commemorative piece with the original church name, 'The African Baptist Church,' displayed on it's archway.CanadaAug 4, 2022
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‘Freedom is a birthright’: Nova Scotia marks Emancipation DayThe federal minister of diversity and inclusion said in the Halifax Emancipation Day ceremony that far too many Canadians don't realize that slavery occurred in Canada.CanadaAug 1, 2022
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Black excellence celebrated at National Black Canadians Summit in HalifaxMore than 1,000 Canadians are converging in Halifax this weekend for the National Black Canadians Summit to discuss Black experiences and breaking down racial discrimination.CanadaJul 30, 2022
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