Members of the battalion served with distinction in the First World War but faced anti-Black racism.
Posted: Jul 09, 2022 6:00 AM AT | Last Updated: 8 hours agoThe federal government has formally apologized to descendants and relatives of the men of the No. 2 Construction Battalion Saturday afternoon, 106 years after the formation of the historic battalion that faced anti-Black racism during the First World War.. The battalion was primarily used in non-combat situations to clear trees, build roads, and maintain railway tracks.
"We cannot ever let what happened to No. 2 Construction Battalion happen again," Trudeau said. "And we cannot let the service of any member of our forces ever be overlooked and forgotten." "We are committed to meaningful change, where the dignity of all service members in the Canadian Armed Forces is upheld," Trudeau said. "Where everyone is welcome, where everyone can rise through the ranks, where everyone has opportunities to distinguish themselves."
Speaking after the prime minister, Anand said she is committed to taking concrete action to make the Canadian Armed Forces more inclusive and more reflective of Canada's diverse population. Some anti-racism activists and descendants of battalion members hoped the federal government would go beyond a formal apology and take, by improving Black health and wellness, education, and economic and employment opportunities.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
A Fox Sports personality got called out for suggesting Black NBA players don't like TorontoChris Broussard said he doesn\u0027t think Kevin Durant will go to Toronto. \u0027It’s not America. And you feel it when you’re there ... especially as an African…
Read more »
Federal apology today for racism faced by all-Black Canadian unit in First World WarFederal government and Armed Forces officials will be in Nova Scotia today to issue a formal apology for the treatment of Canada's only all-Black unit to serve in the First World War.
Read more »
Federal apology today for racism faced by all-Black Canadian unit in First World WarFederal government and Armed Forces officials will be in Nova Scotia today to issue a formal apology for the treatment of Canada's only all-Black unit to serve in the First World War.
Read more »
Federal apology today for racism faced by all-Black Canadian unit in First World WarTRURO, N.S. — Federal government and Armed Forces officials will be in Nova Scotia today to issue a formal apology for the treatment of Canada's only all-
Read more »
Trudeau apologizes for racism faced by all-Black Canadian unit in First World WarThe federal government has apologized for the treatment that members of the No. 2 Construction Battalion -- Canada's only all-Black unit to serve in the First World War -- endured before, during and after their service to the country.
Read more »