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Saint Mary's Huskies celebrate Black Heritage Month with community events
Posted: Feb 02, 2023

Saint Mary's Huskies celebrate Black Heritage Month with community events

HALIFAX, NS - The Saint Mary's University Department of Athletics is proud to announce its celebration of Black Heritage Month this February, including our 'Black Heritage Day Basketball Doubleheader' on Saturday, February 11th.

Throughout the month, Saint Mary's University will be highlighting some of our many incredible Black student-athletes whose impacts and achievements are important pieces of Huskies history, today, and every day.

On February 11th, Saint Mary's will showcase a range of cultural events and activities at our women's and men's basketball games against crosstown rival Dalhousie Tigers.

The day will begin with a vendor market brought to you by the Black Business Initiative, offering a selection of unique products and services from the following local Black-owned businesses:

  • Scotia Kelp
  • Topsie Snacks
  • Bonnie's Blessings
  • Sankofa Gifts
  • MAMI (My Aim My Image)

Spectators can also expect to be entertained by the rhythmic African beats of 'The Circle in the Square youth drummers' at half-time and the soulful melodies of the Black National Anthem 'Lift Every Voice' sung before each basketball game.

In addition, through a partnership with the Black Cultural Centre of Nova Scotia, we will have informational displays regarding Black culture and heritage in Nova Scotia, on display in the Homburg Centre throughout the month of February.

"Black Heritage Day is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of our Black community and we are thrilled to be able to offer this opportunity for our students, alumni, and wider community to come together and celebrate," said Scott Gray, Saint Mary's Director of Athletics and Recreation.

This is the inaugural celebration of Black Heritage Day at Saint Mary's, with the ambition that this will become a staple of Saint Mary's University Athletics annual events, providing a platform for the university to celebrate and recognize the contributions of Black Canadians and their impact on Canadian society.

With this year's celebration, fans of Saint Mary's Huskies basketball are encouraged to come out and show their support for this important celebration. The women's game will tip-off at 6:00 PM, followed by the men's game at 8:00 PM. Both games will be against crosstown rival Dalhousie Tigers. Don't miss out on this exciting event! GET TICKETS NOW