This travelling exhibit traces the history of African Canadians from the 1900s to the present. It follows their history as escaped slaves and free Blacks who migrated to Canada during the American Revolution, War of 1812 and during the era of the Underground Railroad. Despite racism and other restrictions, Canadians of African descent set down roots, established communities, defended the country militarily, and agitated for inclusion in all aspects of society. African Canadians were an important part of the development of human rights codes, which are enjoyed by all Canadians today.

The preview launch of and still I rise: A History of African Canadian Workers in Ontario, 1900 Present takes place on Thursday March 13, 2003, at LIUNA Station, 360 James St. North, Hamilton. Individual tickets for this event are $40 each and can be purchased from Eman Fine Art at 196 Locke Street South or the Workers Arts & Heritage Centre at 51 Stuart Street (tel: 905-522-3003)

The Workers Arts And Heritage Centre has been working with members of the local and Toronto area African Canadian communities over the past three years to plan and produce this exhibit. After the 13th, the exhibit moves over to WAHC in the historic Custom House. There will be a public opening March 16th from 2-4. The exhibit will be at WAHC until the end of the year and then begin to travel across Ontario and Canada.

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