BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bccns.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260209T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000614-1770624000-1775581200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-09/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260408T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000615-1770710400-1775667600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-10/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260211T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000616-1770796800-1775754000@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-11/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260212T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260410T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000617-1770883200-1775840400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-12/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260213T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260411T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000618-1770969600-1775926800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-13/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000619-1771056000-1776013200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-14/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260215T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000620-1771142400-1776099600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-15/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260414T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000621-1771228800-1776186000@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-16/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260217T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000622-1771315200-1776272400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-17/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000623-1771401600-1776358800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-18/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260219T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000624-1771488000-1776445200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-19/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260220T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000625-1771574400-1776531600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-20/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000626-1771660800-1776618000@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-21/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260420T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000627-1771747200-1776704400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-22/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260223T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000628-1771833600-1776790800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-23/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260422T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063018 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000629-1771920000-1776877200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000630-1772006400-1776963600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-25/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260424T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000631-1772092800-1777050000@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-26/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260425T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000632-1772179200-1777136400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-27/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000633-1772265600-1777222800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-02-28/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260301T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000634-1772352000-1777309200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-01/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260428T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000635-1772438400-1777395600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-02/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000636-1772524800-1777482000@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260304T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000637-1772611200-1777568400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-04/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000638-1772697600-1777654800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000639-1772784000-1777741200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-06/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260307T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260503T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000640-1772870400-1777827600@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-07/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260308T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000641-1772956800-1777910400@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-08/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260309T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000642-1773043200-1777996800@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-09/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260310T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T063019 CREATED:20260217T142508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T142512Z UID:10000643-1773129600-1778083200@bccns.com SUMMARY:Looking Back\, Moving Forward DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Nova Scotian Heritage Month with Nova Scotia Archives and a new exhibit of selected documents\, photographs and other meaningful archival material reflecting centuries of history and heritage.\n\nFebruary 2nd – March 31st\, 2026\nChase Gallery\, Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\nMON -TUES: 8:30am-4:30pm\nWED: 8:30-8pm\nTHURS – FRI: 8:30am-4:30pm\nSAT: 10am-3pm \nSUN: CLOSED\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH 2026Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose\, Prosperity\, Power\, and Progress.” The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction. It recognizes unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities\, advances justice\, and creates new opportunities. At the heart of this strength are our elders\, whose wisdom\, stories and leadership continue to guide us. As knowledge keepers and culture bearers\, they remind us of where we have come from and what it has taken to get here. In honouring our elders\, we celebrate more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia and the enduring legacy of the province’s 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities\, while renewing our commitment to move forward together with purpose\, prosperity\, power and progress. The 2026 theme also reflects the continued journey beyond the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent\, carrying forward the principles of recognition\, justice\, and development. Strength in Unity calls upon us to harness our collective wisdom\, resilience\, and creativity to build prosperity in all its forms\, cultural\, social economic and spiritual. The provincial launch of African Heritage Month 2026 will take place on January 27 at 1 pm at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. The launch will bring together community leaders\, elders\, youth partners\, and government representatives to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations across the province. African Heritage Month provides an opportunity for all Nova Scotians to learn\, reflect\, and celebrate the history\, culture\, achievements and contributions of people of African descent past and present. URL:https://bccns.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/2026-03-10/ LOCATION:Public Archives Building\, 6016 University Ave.\, Halifax\, Halifax\, Canada END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR