A social media post circulating this week claims the City of Halifax has served long-time Africville land defender Eddie Carvery with notice to remove his trailer from Africville Park — the site where he has lived for decades as part of a peaceful protest against the City’s historic displacement of Africville’s Black residents.
While the report remains unconfirmed at the time of publication, an attempt was made this morning to meet with Mr. Carvery directly at his trailer. No one answered the door, but a written note was left and documented. Additional efforts are underway to contact the original poster for clarification and verification.
This potential move comes amidst ongoing tensions over the legacy and treatment of Africville, including unresolved litigation by descendants of the community against the City of Halifax. Earlier this month, BlackNovaScotia.ca issued a statement supporting Africville descendants pursuing justice through the courts — a process many view as a last resort after decades of government denial and symbolic reconciliation without real accountability.
The news also comes just days ahead of the upcoming Africville Reunion, an annual gathering of descendants and supporters that was marred by gun violence last year. In advance of that somber anniversary, BlackNovaScotia.ca issued a separate statement urging unity, safety, and reflection.
As more information becomes available regarding this potential eviction notice, BlackNovaScotia.ca will update this post. Community members with direct knowledge are encouraged to reach out.
