Emancipation Day - by Natasha L Henry-Dixon (Paperback)

About the Book

When slavery was abolished throughout the British Empire in 1834, people of African descent celebrated their newfound freedom and former slaves could live unfettered lives in Canada. This well-researched book provides insight into a distinct African-Canadian tradition through descriptive historical accounts and appealing images.

Book Synopsis

When slavery was abolished throughout the British Empire in 1834, people of African descent celebrated their newfound freedom and former slaves could live unfettered lives in Canada. This well-researched book provides insight into a distinct African-Canadian tradition through descriptive historical accounts and appealing images.

Review Quotes

"The book will be an eye opener for many who are unaware of black history in Canada."

Henry digs deep to bring the reader face-to-face with the social realities of life in Canada during these tumultuous years and the development of distinct African-Canadian traditions.

About the Author

Natasha Henry is the director of programs and an elementary teacher at a private school in the Greater Toronto area. She is also a curriculum consultant and speaker, specializing in the development of learning materials that focus on the African experience. Natasha has developed the educational programs for two innovative exhibits on African Canadian history: ...and Still I Rise and Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada. Natasha live in Mississaga, Ontario.