It is traditional to celebrate Black History Month in Montreal, with the unveiling of the tribute calendar featuring twelve laureates who have contributed to the advancement of the black community. Nominations open in the latter part of each year, with a public call.
Being a laurate is one of the most prestigious titles that can be given to those who wave the tapestry of the community, so without further due, let me present this year’s laurates.
Meet Auvril Edwards, our laureate for the month of February.
Meet Claude Dauphi our laureate for the month of March.
Meet Angelo Cadet our laureate for the month of March.
Meet Dominique Fontaine our laureate for the month of April.
Meet Frantz Sanon our laureate for the month of May.
Meet Kemba Mitchell, laureate for the month of July.
Meet Guy Mushagalusa laureate for the month of July.
Meet Robert Durandisse laureate for the month of August.
Meet Vera Barrington, laureate for the month of October.
Meet Frantz Voltaire, laureate for the month of November.
Meet Christopher Heron, laureate for the month of December.
Photo credit: Kétiana Bello
Cover photo: Leona Carty
