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Special illumination of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge to mark Black History Month

The Samuel De Champlain Bridge will take on the colors of red, green and yellow from February 1st to 7th, from sunset until 1 a.m., to commemorate Black History Month.

« The Samuel De Champlain Bridge will shine in the night to celebrate the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present, on the occasion of Black History Month. Throughout the history of our country, Black Canadians have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation it is today. » – The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

Note: The rainbow illumination on the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will continue Sunday, February 7 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.