It’s one of the country’s highest honours, and two well-known local residents are receiving it for their work in preserving Black history. The Order of CanadaFew people in Chatham-Kent don’t know or haven’t heard of Shannon and Bryan Prince. In December, both were appointed to the Order of Canada. The Next ChapterHer investment in the Order of Canada comes on the heels of Shannon’s retirement from the Buxton National Historic Site and Museum. Learn more about Black history in Chatham-Kent and the Buxton National Historic Site and Museum here: https://patterncanada.ca/preserving-black-history-with-shannon-prince/, https://patternenergy.com/gaining-perspective-on-black-history/.

Source: CBC News January 29, 2024 13:14 UTC