Literacy Quebec Podcast

Jeff interviews John Davids, research coordinator at the Black Community Resource Center (BCRC) in Montreal about their work and research in Quebec. Established in 1995, their mandate is to provide and implement professional innovative support services to individuals, communities, para-public and public organizations. They also develop and run health, education, socio-culture, and community economic development programs. BCRC Montreal Website Eventbrite Link to The Animated Black Film Festival - Feb.18th, 2023 The Summit on Black Families - February 24, 2023   John mentions that a lot of the history of the Black Community in Montreal has revolved around some key historic institutions, including:  Negro Community Centre of Montreal - was formed in 1927 in response to the racial discrimination experienced by the Black community.[1] The Black population of Montreal is linked historically to decedents of Africans who were enslaved in Montreal. (Wikipedia) The Coloured Women's Club of Montreal