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Black Canadians in Law: A Timeline

February 8, 2023

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To celebrate Black History month, Nelligan Law has put together a timeline highlighting a few of the many trailblazers who helped shape Canada’s cultural and legal landscape, and some of the milestones and significant decisions impacting Black rights in Canada.

Although Black History month is a chance to reflect on the strides made, it is also an opportunity to reflect on the work ahead of us in the fight against systemic racism and injustice. Nelligan Law strives to be part of that change.

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