BLK: An Origin Story - George Elliott Clarke

BLK: An Origin Story | Limited Series Continues Saturday 9ep A limited series, consisting of four 60-minute episodes, reveals the deep historic impact of Black presence in Canada. Executive produced by Jen Holness and Sudz Sutherland, BLK: An Origin Story is helmed by Hungry Eyes’ award-winning production team, who takes viewers on a nationwide journey through time to discover the untold story of Blacks in Canada and their legacy, which dates back to 1608. BLK: An Origin Story is steeped in riveting, enduring, and multifaceted historical Black Canadian narratives. Each episode transports viewers to a different Canadian location, and provides chronologically significant insights into the consequences of Black presence in the areas. Featured outposts include Nova Scotia, Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec. The series also highlights the legacy of Black contributions to the larger story of Canada itself, dating back to when explorer Mathieu de Costa first set foot on shore, more than 400 years ago. BLK: An Origin Story acts as an immersive and informative chapter of Black Canadian history, elevating remarkable Black Canadians previously unacknowledged in mainstream social, academic, and cultural circles, normalizing their unique stories as a matter of general record. The HISTORY® Channel website & TV schedule: https://bit.ly/3CXdvZA Watch The HISTORY® Channel on STACKTV: https://bit.ly/3ikI6GY Watch The HISTORY® Channel on Global TV App: https://bit.ly/3qgNgIr Sign up for The HISTORY® Channel Newsletter and stay up to date with your favourite shows: https://www.history.ca/newsletter/