Each February, Nova Scotia celebrates African Heritage Month, recognizing the important contributions and vibrant culture and history of African Nova Scotians.
This year’s theme, Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance, highlights the achievements and resilience of African Nova Scotians, who have shaped the province's history for more than 400 years. The month-long celebration includes events and activities designed to educate, inspire and build connections across the province.
Quick Facts:
- the first Black History Month in Nova Scotia was observed in 1988 and renamed African Heritage Month in 1996
- the African Heritage Month Information Network at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia collaborates with African Nova Scotian organizations to plan and promote events
- African Nova Scotians represent 2.4 per cent of the provincial population, with 71.8 per cent tracing their roots back three generations or more in Nova Scotia
- in December, Canada committed to adopting a second International Decade for People of African Descent