More than 20 years after the demolition of Africville, former residents and their descendants recount the forced relocation of their community in Halifax.
Synopsis
More than 20 years after the demolition of Africville, former residents and their descendants recount the forced relocation of their community in Halifax.
Synopsis
Africville was a small community within Halifax, Nova Scotia, where families lived until the 1960s. Urban renewal efforts led to their forced relocation and the demolition of their homes. Over 20 years later, the site is now an under-utilized park. Former residents, their descendants, and city officials share their experiences using archival photographs and films to recount the community's painful history.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See personal stories from Africville residents.
- Find out about the urban renewal in Halifax.
- Meet decision-makers involved in the relocation.
Did You Know
- Africville was a black settlement within Halifax city limits.
- Families were uprooted and homes demolished in the 1960s.
- The site of Africville is now an under-utilized park.
- The film was directed by a woman.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the families in Africville in the 1960s?
Families in Africville were forcibly relocated and their homes were demolished as part of urban renewal efforts.
What is located at the site of Africville today?
The site of Africville is now an under-utilized park.
Who directed the documentary Remember Africville?
The documentary was directed by a woman, although her name is not specified in the source material.
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