Burnley Allan “Rocky” Jones was an political activist who was born and raised in Nova Scotia. He was born in Truro, Nova Scotia and grew up advocating for equality in rights on the topics of race, poverty and human rights. He was instrumental in bringing the Black Panther Party to Canada. Later in life, Rocky […]
In order to better understand the different facets of culture, Communities, Culture and Heritage<https://cch.novascotia.ca/stories/share-your-culture-story> is conducting a social impact research project that will explore the nature of culture through Nova Scotians’ own experiences. You are invited to share your stories using a specialized online tool called Sensemaker. To take part, please visit the Culture Stories […]
Notable African Nova Scotian, Carrie Best, was born in New Glasgow on March 4, 1903. Even though the odds were stacked against her as a black woman born just after the turn of the 20th century, Best stated that from the beginning she felt a sense of dignity and self-worth. This would be the foreshadowing […]
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students: Please be advised that the Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU) announced this afternoon that work-to-rule job action will resume on Monday, January 30, 2017. As a reminder, please note the following: Exams will continue as scheduled. All bus pick-up times and routes implemented during work to rule remain in effect. […]
Our 2017 African Heritage Month theme honours past and present legacies of African Nova Scotians while looking forward to future greatness. Embracing the struggle and adversity that African Nova Scotians endured over the generations, the theme highlights their successes and bright path forward as Canada celebrates 150 years of confederation. The province of Nova Scotia […]
