iHeartRadio is proud to mark Black History Month in Montreal throughout the month of February. We invite you to get involved, get informed, and support Black History Month in the city.
Below, is a list of local resources, events and stories from Black Montrealers who have left their mark and contributed to the rich cultural tapestry that makes up our city.
Rhodnie Desir
Musician, actor and broadcaster Gregory Charles tells the story of choreographer and community activist Rhodnie Desir:
Jocko Alston
Stand-up comedian and actor Andrew Searls looks back at the contributions of actor and comedian Jocko Alston:
The Unknown Black Person
Lawyer emeritus and negotiator of the Government of Canada's Truth and Reconciliation mandate, Tamara Thermitus pays hommage to the unknown Black person:
Bennedict Mathurin, Luguentz Dort, Chris Boucher and Olivier Maxence Prosper
Broadcaster Meeker Guerrier recognizes some of Quebec's most successful basketball players that made it into the NBA: Bennedict Mathurin, Luguentz Dort, Chris Boucher and Olivier Maxence Prosper:
Gemma Raeburn-Baynes
Journalist Akil Alleyne shares the story of his mentor, Gemma Raeburn-Baynes:
Egbert Gaye
CTV Montreal's Maya Johnson looks back at the life of Egbert Gaye:
Frederick R. Phillips
Tracy Phillips shares the story of her father, Frederick R. Phillips:
Yolande James
Bruny Surin shares the story of Yolande James:
Trevor Williams
Joel Anthony shares Trevor Williams' story:
Noel-Patric Brady
Shane Brady shares the story of his father Noel-Patric Brady:
Pat Dillon-Moore
Marlene Jennings shares the story of Pat Dillon-Moore:
Mariah Inger
Tristan D. Lalla shares the story of Mariah Inger:
Below are a handful of special events, as curated by The Round Table on Black History Month. You can find more at MoisHistoireDesNoirs.com.
Check back soon for a complete list of events.