Roots and Rhythms: A Black Mutual Aid Gala is happening Sunday in St. John’s. Organizer Kassie Drodge says the money raised will establish a fund to support any issues or concerns of the Black communities. Drodge and musician Helena Elueme spoke with CBC’s Weekend AM host and producer Heather Barrett.
Leonard Pecore founded shipbuilding design company Genoa Design, stepping away from the company's daily operations in 2022. Now he wants to build up Newfoundland and Labrador's music industry.
"Authors' New Book Explores Slavery in Newfoundland and Forgotten Black Histories"Description: "Heather Barrett and Xaiver Michael Campbell delve into the history of Black slavery in Newfoundland and its connection to the Caribbean in their groundbreaking book, 'Black Harbour.' Learn about the untold stories and uncomfortable history uncovered in their research."
Black Harbour: Slavery and the Forgotten Histories of Black People in Newfoundland and Labrador, reveals the history of Black slavery in the province, and the role merchant families played in promoting it.