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Social activist Kay Livingstone. Mail carrier Albert Jackson. Journalist Carrie Best. These are just a few examples of historical Canadians that appear on Black History Month stamps, along with many other notable figures who have contributed to major events in Canada. If you are a philatelist ( say “FILL-at-till-LIST”), or stamp collector, then you will have fun learning about these collector items issued by Canada Post. Find out about the Black Canadians who paved their way and made their mark in history. Albert Jackson (© Canada Post Corporation) In 1882, Albert Jackson overcame opposition and became the first Black letter carrier in Canada. Jackson served in this role for 36 years and delivered mail in the Harbord Village of Toronto, where he and his wife Henrietta lived with their four sons.

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