How were the people in Africville treated?

The people of Africville, a historic Black community in Halifax, Nova Scotia, faced systemic discrimination and neglect from local authorities. They were often denied basic services such as sewage, sanitation, and proper roads, while being subjected to the establishment of undesirable facilities like a dump and a prison nearby. Despite their strong community ties and resilience, residents were forcibly relocated in the 1960s, leading to the destruction of their homes and the erasure of their cultural heritage. This treatment reflected broader patterns of racism and social injustice faced by Black Canadians.