ABOUT THE PODCAST

In 1969, the last home in the black community of Africville was flattened. The bulldozer was hired by a city that had schemed to claim this valuable land for generations. In this 5 part series, we tell the story of this unique and beautiful place. Born out of adversity, it thrived as a safe haven for people of African descent in Canada. If you care about racism, displaced peoples and social justice, then you need to know the story of Africville Forever. Hosted by Eddy Carvery III & Alfred Burgesson.
“We’re not trying to seclude Africville to a certain piece or time of history. This is a forever thing.”
— Alfred Burgesson, Co-host of Africville Forever

MEET THE CO-CREATORS & CO-HOSTS

  • Co-Creator & Co-Host

    Eddy is the grandson and namesake of the longest civil rights protestor in Canadian history. He spent the majority of his life living, learning and growing where the community of Africville once stood. His experiences from such a remarkable time in history have shaped him to become a small business owner, a partner in a web3 company, a community advocate/activist and consultant. He won’t rest until the elders and descendants of the community receive what’s rightfully theirs.

  • Co-Creator & Co-Host

    Alfred immigrated from Ghana to Canada at an early age. He is a community advocate and social entrepreneur whose unique talents include convening leaders, and an ability to launch grassroots movements and coalitions while utilizing digital tools and technology platforms. He is the Founder & CEO at Tribe Network — an entrepreneurship & innovation hub supporting Black, Indigenous and People of Colour.