by Kehoe, Rachel.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Robson, Wanda, | Charles, Chelsea, | Hudson, Kirstie, Published by : Orca Book Publishers, ([Victoria, British Columbia] :) Physical details: 87 pages : color illustrations, color portraits ; 23 cm. Subject(s): Race discrimination | Human rights | Civil rights | Civil rights | Blacks | Women, Black | Black Canadians | Segregation | Civil rights workers | Women, Black | Blacks Year : 2023
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Collection | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkdale Elementary School | Black History Month | 971.6 KEH | Available |
"Edited by Kirstie Hudson"--Title page verso.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 80-81) and index.
An act of bravery -- The Davis family -- A fair education -- Equal from the start -- Chasing a dream -- Black beauty culture comes to Canada -- She will not be moved -- One single cent -- Taking a stand -- Moving on -- Viola's legacy.
On November 8, 1946, Viola Desmond was arrested for refusing to move from the 'whites-only' section of a movie theater in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. By taking a heroic stand against racial segregation, Viola became a symbol of courage in the fight against inequality.