At the official launch for Black History Month in Hamilton on Friday, eyes turned toward the future. "We must remember the past, yes," said anti-racism advocate Patricia Wright. Longtime anti-racism advocate Patricia Wright asked: Is it time to move beyond Black History Month? (Kelly Bennett/CBC)"The rights we fought for decades ago, we are still fighting for today," Green said. Master of ceremonies Reuben Abib highlighted the achievement that Green is the first black man elected to Hamilton city council as "something to celebrate."

Source: CBC News February 02, 2018 22:52 UTC