People
This Nova Scotian woman became the face of civil rights in Canada after refusing to leave a segregated movie theatre in 1946.
Viola Desmond
Who wrote the song "Rally'n"
Jully Black
this West African dish is often eaten with spicy foods. It is made from fermented cassava and has a stretchy dough-like texture
Fufu
This historic Black community in Halifax was demolished in the 1960s under the guise of "urban renewal."
Africville
This Halifax organization supports African Nova Scotian entrepreneurs and small businesses through training and funding.
Black Business Initiative (BBI)
Who was the first Black Hockey Player in the National Hockey League?
Willie O'Ree
Who made the song Blinding Lights?
The Weeknd.
This is a beloved West African dish known for its rich, spicy tomato flavor.
Jollof Rice
Established in 1816 by Black refugees from the War of 1812, this community saw the founding of its first permanent church in 1844 by Rev. Richard Preston.
Beechville
This entrepreneur from Annapolis Royal started a luggage transport business in the 1820s and became known as the first female police officer in North America.
Rose Fortune
Who was the first African-Canadian woman to be elected into the House of Commons?
Jean Augustine.
Who made the song Think on me?
Portia White
These small, fried pastries from East Africa are filled with meat or vegetables and are a popular street food.
Samosas
The community was established by James Lucas and Moses Oliver in 1827, The founders were Black Refugees from the United States who first settled the area after the War of 1812. In 1970, this community had a Black population of 200.
Lucasville
This Halifax-based nonprofit organization offers mentorship and business loans to African Nova Scotian entrepreneurs.
the African Nova Scotian Business Network
was the first Black Canadian woman to become a member of a provincial legislature and the first woman to run for leadership of a federal political party?
Rosemary Brown.
Who is internationally known choral director, composer, concert pianist, and poet
Robert Nathaniel Dett
A smoke-grilled spiced meat on skewer?
Suya
This Nova Scotian community, the largest Black community in Canada, hosts an annual celebration that honors the rich history, culture, and resilience. residents include award-winning R&B artist Keonté Beals and former professional football player Dwayne Provo.
North Preston
An African Nova Scotian entrepreneur, who started a catering company famous for traditional soul food at events in Halifax. Her first name starts with a “B,” and she’s known for sharing family recipes that celebrate Black culture.
Barbara Grant
Who was a Canadian lawyer and politician who became the first Black Canadian to be a member of Parliament in the House of Commons?
Lincoln Alexander
Who is famous for the song Goodbye?
Reeny Smith
This sour, spongy flatbread from Ethiopia and Eritrea is used to scoop up meat and vegetable dishes.
Injera
This is a community and National Historic Site in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. the village was the largest settlement of Black Loyalists and the largest free settlement of ethnic Africans in North America in the 18th century.
Birchtown
This African Nova scotian incorporated her own company, Mascoll Beauty Supply Ltd. in 1970, with only $700. It went on to become a major player in the beauty supply industry.
Beverly Mascoll