Black Life: Untold Stories reframes the rich and complex histories of Black people in Canada, dispelling commonly accepted myths and celebrating the contributions of both famous and lesser-known individuals. The eight-part series spans more than 400 years with an eye toward contemporary issues, culture, politics, music, art and sports.
This First Person article is written by Paula Grant-Smith, a former resident of Africville. She is featured in “Claiming Space,” the eighth episode of Black Life: Untold Stories. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ.
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