BCAS Calls for National Commission on the Legacy of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in Canada

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Or sign-in if you have an account.OTTAWA, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Emancipation Day, the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is calling on the Government of Canada to establish a National Commission on the Legacy of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in Canada to examine the enduring impacts of slavery, segregation, and systemic anti-Black racism and recommend a national framework for addressing those impacts.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountAlthough Canada marks Emancipation Day each year, it has never undertaken a comprehensive national examination of how the legacy of slavery and anti-Black racism continues to shape opportunities and outcomes for Canadians of African descent. A Commission would establish a permanent historical record, hear directly from affected communities, and provide recommendations to Parliament to address systemic barriers across Canadian institutions.The proposed Commission would examine the continuing impacts of historical discrimination across employment, education, housing, health care, immigration, economic opportunity, policing, and the administration of justice. It would also identify legislative, policy, and institutional reforms to advance equality and strengthen public accountability.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againBCAS recognizes the important work underway through Canada’s Black Justice Strategy to address systemic discrimination within the justice system. However, the legacy of slavery and anti-Black racism extends beyond the justice sector and warrants a broader national examination of Canada’s history and its continuing effects across society.“Emancipation Day is an opportunity not only to remember the abolition of slavery, but to examine its enduring legacy. Canada has never undertaken a comprehensive national examination of slavery and anti-Black racism or how that history continues to shape opportunities and outcomes for Canadians of African descent.”Nicholas Marcus Thompson, BCAS CEOBCAS is calling on the Government of Canada to begin consultations on establishing the Commission in partnership with Black communities, provinces and territories, Indigenous partners, academics, employers, labour organizations, and civil society.About BCAS: The Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is a national nonprofit organization that works to remove systemic barriers, strengthen institutional accountability and advance discrimination-free workplaces across Canada.www.bcas-srcn.orgThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. 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