Black women in BC
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These women have made history – are making history.Activist, Abolitionist, Athlete, Civic Leader, Community Leader, Creative Artist, Educator, Historian, Judge, Lawyer, Pastor, Pianist, Pioneer, Politician, Teacher, Trailblazer … This year’s theme, Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present and Future, highlights the significant contributions women have made to the workforce […]
She fostered the values of equality and acceptance; is recognized as a civic leader and pioneer in the development of British Columbia’s music industry. She will always be celebrated for her extensive career as a jazz singer. Not only is she the first black artist in North America to host […]
Suffragist, abolitionist, devoted daughter, wife, mother; and property owner While Sydna’s grave at Ross Bay Cemetery is unmarked; her life’s work is indeed remarkable. With generous donations from our members and supporters, BC Black History Awareness Society and Old Cemeteries Society have completed the design for the grave marker and […]
Renowned Classical Pianist & Music Educator. “If children hear fine music from the day of their birth and learn to play it, they develop sensitivity, discipline and endurance. They get a beautiful heart.” Shinichi Suzuki Ruby Sneed was born Ruby Evelyn Proctor on April 30, 1917 in Edmonton Alberta. Her self-educated […]