Ottawa commits to honouring all Black battalion that served during First World War

The Canadian government has formally apologized for treatment endured by the No. 2 ��ion Battalion, an all-Black unit that served in the First World War while experiencing racism .

CHERRY BROOK, N.S. – The federal government announced today $2.25 million in funding to honour the legacy of No. 2 ��ion Battalion, Canada’s only all-Black unit to serve during the First World War. Defence Minister Bill Blair issued a statement saying the money will be spent over five years on commemorative activities, educational materials and community war … Continue reading Ottawa commits to honouring all Black battalion that served during First World War

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