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Blackburns

The Blackburns, former slaves who fled the United States through the Underground Railroad, were among Toronto's first community leaders, philanthropists, and anti-slavery activists. Photo by Malcolm Derikx / The Dialog

New Blackburn Conference Centre celebrates Toronto’s black history

Malcolm Derikx, Reporter-editor9 years ago01 mins

Story of Lucie and Thornton Blackburn shared in a mural at the George Brown College student residence

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Escaped American slaves and active abolitionists inspire naming campaign.

SA pushes to name residence after Blackburns

Coty Zachariah, Special to The Dialog11 years ago01 mins

Escaped American slaves and active abolitionists inspire naming campaign

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