Kathy Grant

Kathy Grant
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Contact Name: Kathy Grant
Title: Historian
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For the past decade, Kathy has devoted her efforts to documenting, digitizing and videotaping the stories of Black Canadian veterans and Black Canadian History. She places an emphasis on interviewing veterans and elders; inviting participation from the loved ones of the deceased, public engagement, and connecting their stories to Canadian history. Kathy has made educational presentations to municipalities, schools, and community organizations promoting an inclusive approach to storytelling and historical documentation. Connecting to her audience through social media, Kathy continues to engage a diverse audience, receiving a half million views on her page annually.

Kathy has made educational presentations to municipalities, schools, and community organizations, promoting an inclusive approach to storytelling and historical documentation. Kathy’s approach has resonated with numerous stakeholders. She has collaborated with the Canadian War Museum, Library and Archives Canada, Department of National Defense, Citizenship and Immigration Canada, and Veteran Affairs Canada.