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Kevin Klein proudly serves the people of his community, Charleswood - Tuxedo - Westwood in the City of Winnipeg, as their City Councilor. He is a proud Canadian and Metis. Kevin spent over 15 years as a Senior Executive for three of Canada's most recognized companies, including his time as Publisher & CEO of the Winnipeg Sun, and as a divisional President for MTS responsible for the creation of a new digital division. Kevin was recognized as a finalist for Canada's Top Forty Under Forty and for the creation of a business/community funded K-9 Unit for a Police Service in Ontario where he was the Chair of the Community Division. Kevin has earned several professional awards for his accomplishments and recognition for his dedication to young people in hockey and martial arts, as well as his personal commitment and advocacy to stop Domestic Violence.
Nadia Thompson, Program Director, for Black History Manitoba and Councillor Kevin Klein talk about the 40th Anniversary of Black History Month. Nadia talks about how she started working at Black History Manitoba. She also discusses how the importance of Black History Month was not taught well in schools in the past and they can do better now. Nadia and Kevin discuss how to know your own culture and to be proud of it. Nadia talks about the impact of the recent protests for Black Lives Matter. Nadia discusses the goals of Black History Manitoba and how the organization needs support all year and not just in February. Nadia talks about some of the events that Black History Manitoba will hold this year including awards ceremonies and the community banquet.
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