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An older gentleman wearing a black beret and navy blazer decorated with military medals
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

‘Kind, selfless’ Black military vet remembered for giving back to Cape Breton community

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter November 12, 2022November 12, 2022

Family of Lemuel Skeete of Whitney Pier says he was the last African Nova Scotian veteran of the Second World War.

An aircraft carrier followed by three smaller ships
Posted inMorning File

There’s seamen all over town: of war, peace, and priorities

A smiling white woman with short silver hair wearing dark rimmed glasses and a bright blue blazer. by Tim Bousquet and Jennifer Henderson October 31, 2022November 9, 2022
A black man stands wrapped in a handmade quilt of red and white fabric. Behind him is a stage where several flags are standing.
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia navy veteran receives Quilt of Valour for military service

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter October 6, 2022November 8, 2022
A group of men in early 20th century military uniforms sit on the steps of a white historic church.
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Apology ‘just the start of something more’ for No. 2 Construction Battalion

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter July 12, 2022November 8, 2022
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Brenda Forbes tried to warn neighbours and the RCMP about the “psychopath” in Portapique years before he went on his murderous rampage. No one listened.

Avatar photo by Joan Baxter July 12, 2022November 6, 2022
Left Photo: Black and white photo of Private George Alexander Downey Sr.. Right photo: Downey's grandson Robert Downey
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Grandson of No. 2 Construction Battalion member hopes for ‘real apology,’ action on recommendations

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter July 7, 2022November 8, 2022
Black man in Black glasses and grey sweater smiles for the camera
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Plaintiff in class-action lawsuit against Canadian Armed Forces ‘extremely optimistic’ about outcome

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter June 1, 2022January 3, 2023
An old sepia photograph of the men in the Number 2 Construction Batallion, most of whom are Black
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Defence minister: formal apology to No. 2 Construction Battalion to take place this summer

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter March 29, 2022November 8, 2022
Black man with tanned fall jacket, red hat, and Tim hortons cup, stands next to Black man in brown hoodie and lighter brown coat with the MacKay Bridge in the background blurred out
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

“A day that we got to remember:” Carvery brothers honour Africville and residents affected by the Halifax Explosion

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter December 7, 2021November 7, 2022
Shanna, Aaliyah & Lionel Desmond
Posted inBlack Nova Scotia

Lionel Desmond was a victim of racism, cousin testifies at inquiry

A smiling Black man with a shaved head and wire rimmed glasses wears a headphone in a recording studio by Matthew Byard, Local Journalism Initiative reporter October 20, 2021November 7, 2022

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