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Remember Africville is a short film that depicts the history of Africville, a small black settlement in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The film focuses on the forced relocation of families in the 1960s, when their homes were demolished for urban renewal and integration. Through interviews with former residents, their descendants, and decision-makers, the film presents personal accounts of the painful experience of losing their community.
The film also uses archival photographs and films to illustrate the transformation of Africville into an under-utilized park over 20 years after the relocation. This stark contrast emphasizes the impact of the decisions made during that time and serves as a reminder of the community's history and the ongoing conversation about urban development and its effects on marginalized communities.
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.
Perfect For
Canadian historyUrban developmentBlack community stories