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flag Prime Minister Carney honored Black History Month’s 30th anniversary, acknowledging ongoing systemic inequities and reaffirming government support for Black Canadians.

flag Prime Minister Mark Carney marked the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada with a speech at the Canadian Museum of History, acknowledging the nation’s history of slavery and segregation and stating that systemic inequalities persist, particularly in Black representation among entrepreneurs and high rates of food insecurity. flag He highlighted the resilience and contributions of Black Canadians, citing figures like Kay Livingstone and Carrie Best, and reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to equity through budget measures supporting Black-owned businesses and mental health initiatives. flag Jean Augustine, Canada’s first Black female MP and architect of Black History Month, urged year-round recognition of Black history as central to Canadian identity.

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