Montreal celebrates Nelson Mandela Day

The City of Montreal has released a statement celebrating Nelson Mandela Day, which honors the legacy of the former South African president.

In a statement, Project Montréal noted that the day of remembrance was established by the National Assembly of Quebec in 2015.

“Let's celebrate Nelson Mandela's legacy by honoring his commitment to justice, equality and reconciliation.”

In 2020, Mayor Valerie Plante announced the 30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's visit to Montreal, following his release from prison after 27 years as a political prisoner. During Mandela's visit, he spoke amazingly about our city.

“Even when we were in prison, we knew this city as the home of the struggle against apartheid, a friend of our people, an enemy of racist tyranny and a source of strength for us because the position you took was one of conviction. To all our people, no one can deny our freedom.”

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