Mr. Speaker, on the heels of Black History Month, I am honoured to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of the African Nova Scotian community. Halifax is home to a sombre history of racism that must not be forgotten, and reconciliation must be an ongoing effort. The Africville Museum is ensuring that this happens by sharing the community's history, celebrating its achievements and advocating for change.
The African Nova Scotian Road to Economic Prosperity is driving the course to practical reparations for this community. The African Nova Scotian Justice Institute provides free legal services and guidance to African Nova Scotians. New Roots Community Land Trust is advocating for investment into community infrastructure targeted at displaced African Nova Scotian communities. Many other community members are driving important change.
Today in Ottawa, I want to recognize these incredible and passionate organizations that are doing such important work. It is not going unnoticed, and it deserves to be celebrated.