Emancipation Day in 2024

Today is Emancipation Day, the day when the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect, leading to the freeing of enslaved Africans in Canada and many other parts of the world. Join us in celebrating and honouring African descendants and the diversity they bring to our communities! Show more

— Association for New Canadians (@ANC_of_NL) August 1, 2024

For Emancipation Day, we joined the Mayor and other officials in Mississauga for a flagraising alongside the Black Caucus Alliance honoured those who struggled for freedom, celebrated the great contribution of Black Canadians, remaining resolute to fight racism and prejudice Show more

— Jamaican Consulate General Toronto (@cgjamtoronto) August 1, 2024

Emancipation Day is as a powerful reminder of the dehumanizing history of slavery. Its also a day for celebrating the resilience and fortitude of all the abolitionists, especially the Black individuals and communities, who worked tirelessly to abolish this heinous institution. Show more

— Mayor Olivia Chow (@MayorOliviaChow) August 1, 2024

Today is Emancipation Day in Canada. On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 as Emancipation Day. Emancipation Day celebrates the strength and perseverance of Black communities in Canada. Show more

— Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) August 1, 2024

Today is Emancipation Day, marking the day in 1834 when the Slavery Abolition Act became law in the British Empire and ended the practice of slavery. We recognize the history of enslavement in our province and continue to work to support anti-racism legislation and initiatives. Show more

— Nova Scotia NDP (@NSNDP) August 1, 2024

August 1 is Emancipation Day because the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect on August 1, 1834 abolishing slavery in the British colonies, including Canada. Commemorate, observe, and recognize our shared history and truth. This is who we are - complex & authentic. Show more

— Heather Campbell (@ThatHeatherC) August 1, 2024

Today, on Emancipation Day, PM @JustinTrudeau speaks of building a fair society. Where is this fairness for Black migrants who were promised regularization 3 years ago yet face exploitation, exclusion, & deportation every day? Take action for fairness: Show more Quote Justin Trudeau @JustinTrudeau · 7h 1:49 On Emancipation Day, we remember our country’s history of slavery and the lasting trauma it continues to inflict on Black communities today. And we take up the work of building a better, more equal country for all.

— Migrant Rights Network #StatusForAll (@MigrantRightsCA) August 1, 2024