Lincoln Alexander is remembered as Canada’s first black MP and federal cabinet minister, and Ontario’s first black lieutenant governor. WATCH | Lincoln Alexander reflects on his first year as an MP:Lincoln Alexander looks back on his first year as an MP Lincoln Alexander, a year into his first term as an MP, talks about what he learned. The Ontario government also recognizes Lincoln Alexander Day on Jan 21. University of Toronto student Safia Thompson says Alexander inspired her to pursue law school. (Submitted by Safia Thompson)Thompson hosted a virtual Lincoln Alexander Day event that was hosted by the law school on Friday and included Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Alexander’s granddaughter, Erika.

Source: CBC News January 22, 2022 02:56 UTC