An advertisement in the Sister Vision Press for Quota Magazine in Toronto from 1993 with the subtitle, “For lesbian news, reviews, meviews, fun, information ... and more!”. This advertisement gave readers access to more queer media and information,…
Duncanson’s Sunset Study focuses on lighting and emotional atmosphere rather than his usual detailed narrative. Its presence in the exhibit underscores his sensitivity and talent across genres.
This is a photograph taken of the aftermath of protests in 1969, where students occupied the computer room of the Sir George Williams University (now Concordia) until violently dispersed by police. This moment comes during a time of increased unified…
Police are tossing students into a pile near Toronto Avenue at the U.S. Consulate. The demonstration was in support of the civil rights workers in the state of Alabama.
These stills are behind the scenes shots and stills from the time Claire Prieto was working on Black Mother Black Daughter. That documentary was released in 1989, and this source is an interesting still that shows the work of the era. There are few…
The St. Antoine District emerged in the late 19th century as one of Montreal’s most important centres of Black life, shaped by both geography and opportunity. Its location near the rail yards and Canadian Pacific Railway depot drew many Black men…