FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities.

The 2024 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build”. This theme celebrates the rich past and present contributions and accomplishments of Black people in Canada, while aspiring to embrace new opportunities for the future.

Black History Month | Jevon Cottoy

BC Lions wide receiver Jevon Cottoy talks about what Black History Month means to him. Born in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Immigrating to Canada at a young age, Cottoy talks about the importance of honouring his black history and those who helped him get to where he is now.

Black History Month | Emmanuel Rugamba

BC Lions Defensive Back Emmanuel Rugamba talks about what Black History Month means to him. From being born in Rwanda as the youngest of 11 siblings, to moving to North America and growing up in the Chicagoland area, Rugamba talks about the importance of honouring his black history and those who helped him get to where he is now.

Black History Month | John Bowman

BC Lions Defensive Line Coach John Bowman talks about what Black History Month means to him from childhood until now.

Bryan Burnham - Black History Month 2022

Bryan Burnham, wide-receiver for the BC Lions shares what black history means to him and how it has affected him throughout his life.

Black History Month | David Knevel

Black History Month | Ryan Phillips