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FSA

2/16/2021

Click above for information about the FSA.

Today, students started the Foundation Skills Assessment. Over the next week or so, we will complete the math, reading, and writing components of this test. It is important to note that this test will not count towards any in-school evaluations or assessments. This is a government mandated test that they use for their purposes. We will not use these results at Laurier. The test will evaluate your child's knowledge and skills based on the curriculum without taking into consideration which topics/concepts have actually been taught so far. This will not give you a proper assessment of your child's abilities. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
IMPORTANT:
1.) PARENTS: Ask your child to show you their most recent math evaluation from last Thurday. Sign the test and return Mr. Hong.
2.) Tomorrow, we will participate in a workshop titled, "Lifting Black Voices." It will take place from 1:00 - 2:30. Topics explored will include racism, discrimination, and social justice.

LEARNING:
1.) MATH:

Return your test sign by your parents.

2.) POST A RESPONSE:

Black history is not a topic we will cover once a month or just in February, but we will continue learning about it all year.
One individual who is well known in the black history of Canada is Lincoln Alexander! Watch both videos. | Video 1 | video 2 | and write a paragraph about him!
Click here for more information about him.
LEARNING INTENTION: I can write an engaging paragraph about Lincoln Alexander that makes someone want to learn about him!
SUCCESS CRITERIA:
1.) Paragraph format - engaging intro, body, and conclusion.
2.) Includes 'IMPORTANT' facts we should all know about Lincoln Alexander from the videos and/or from your own research. (2-3 supporting points)
3.) Make sure your hook is engaging and makes your audience want to read it.
4.) Check for the givens (spelling, capitals, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure)
5.) Read 2 other paragraphs and give 2 students a suggestion on how to make their paragraph better or more engaging.
6.) Edit/revise as needed.

VIDEO LINKS:
Remembering Lincoln Alexander
Lincoln Alexander Rap

Magnus

2/16/2021 09:23:53 am

am i first?

Magnus

2/16/2021 09:24:17 am

yes!

roen

2/16/2021 09:25:39 am

you didnt say first so, FIRST

Magnus

2/16/2021 09:26:52 am

you cheated

Roen

2/16/2021 09:28:45 am

im just built different, should've said first huh

Tyson

2/16/2021 10:16:21 am

lol

Sam

2/16/2021 09:26:35 am

4th?

Mr Chicken Sandwich

2/16/2021 09:27:00 am

Chicken sandwich

lars

2/16/2021 09:27:49 am

lars

2/16/2021 09:28:16 am

5th yes pog

Mr.Pecan Pie

2/16/2021 09:27:56 am

nom nom

Ryo is 5th

2/16/2021 09:28:23 am

Ryo

2/16/2021 09:28:51 am

sEb

2/16/2021 10:13:23 am

Tyson

2/16/2021 10:16:56 am

1st to say 7th

Dylan

2/16/2021 03:37:31 pm

If you were a black man, it would be much harder to be accepted than a white one. And it would definitely be hard to gain acceptance or to accomplish something meaningful in our society. But Abraham Lincoln was able to accomplish these things, and was a remarkable man. For example, in 1968, he was able to become the first black Member of Parliament, which is not something easy to do. Lots of people looked up to him and thought of him as a good, encouraging, and uplifting man, and many were sad to see him pass away on October 19, 2012. On top of all this, he also owned a university! Thanks for reading! Hope you learned something.

Dylan (Self Assessment)

2/16/2021 03:38:10 pm

I could make my conclusion better and I also said Abraham Lincoln instead of Lincoln Alexander.

Isa

2/16/2021 03:39:15 pm

Emmm...

Dylan

2/16/2021 03:40:21 pm

If you were a black man, it would be much harder to be accepted than a white one. And it would definitely be hard to gain acceptance or to accomplish something meaningful in our society. But Lincoln Alexander was able to accomplish these things, and was a remarkable man. For example, in 1968, he was able to become the first black Member of Parliament, which is not something easy to do. Lots of people looked up to him and thought of him as a good, encouraging, and uplifting man, and many were sad to see him pass away on October 19, 2012. On top of all this, he also owned a university! Alexander has had many great achievements in his life, and was a very accomplished man. He has helped this society in many ways, and we should be sad that he passed away.

Tyson

2/16/2021 04:24:08 pm

and we should be sad he passed away? Try to make it a bit more, you know, happy?!

Keira

2/16/2021 05:35:34 pm

@Tyson - Capital letters and it's appropriate for people to mourn at someone's funeral or to feel upset for someone's death.

Isa

2/16/2021 03:38:13 pm

lol

Dylan

2/16/2021 03:40:39 pm

MMMMMMMMMMM

Tyson

2/16/2021 04:43:07 pm

Lincoln Alexender, have you ever heard that name before? He was a former lieutenant Governor of Ontario who was born on January 21 1922 in Toronto and died on October 19th 2012 in Hamilton. He did many things and accomplished so many things in his life, so many things that changed history. In 1968, he became the country's first black member of parliament in the house of commons. He was also head of university of guelph. He was nice and kind to people around him, and has open arms to friendship. He was part of the Conservative party. We should always remember the things he’s done for our world.

Keira

2/16/2021 05:36:39 pm

@Tyson - Add more transition words, there is no fluency.

Seth

2/16/2021 06:22:47 pm

1) “He did many things and accomplished so many things in his life” ‘things’ are used to much in this sentence
2) you could improve your conclusion!

Roy

2/16/2021 05:18:25 pm

Mason

2/16/2021 05:18:40 pm

Oki

Kyle

2/16/2021 05:20:32 pm

(づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ

Keira

2/16/2021 05:31:54 pm

Among his many accomplishments, each that have their own specialty, because of him, many of us are able to allow our barriers fall down and let others come in. As Lincoln MacCauley Alexander helps us acknowledge the fact that people are not invading our space, they're simply welcoming us and caring for us in their own way of inviting us. After all, each one of us are different and hold our own special traits. With this in mind, Lincoln Alexander's powerful traits helped landed him to become the first black federal Cabinet Minister (1979), also pushing his passion further down the path to the political issues of the society. Specifically, racism. He pulled barriers down and defended his name and others' with his words, his actions, and his support. additionally, many people knew him as a friendly, easy-going and kindred spirit so on the day he passed away, we mourned for him yet we all celebrated in gratefulness for all his help to this very day. Soon a declaration for January 21st to be named as Lincoln Alexander day, as many agreed, we celebrate in his name and thank him for his help inf ighting for equality rights.

Keira Self-Assessment

2/16/2021 05:32:29 pm

I need to fix spelling mistakes.

Keira Revised

2/16/2021 05:32:51 pm

Among his many accomplishments, each has its own specialty, because of him, many of us are able to allow our barriers to fall down and let others come in. As Lincoln MacCauley Alexander helps us acknowledge the fact that people are not invading our space, they're simply welcoming us and caring for us in their own way of inviting us. After all, each one of us are different and hold our own special traits. With this in mind, Lincoln Alexander's powerful traits helped landed him to become the first black federal Cabinet Minister (1979), also pushing his passion further down the path to the political issues of the society. Specifically, racism. He pulled barriers down and defended his name and others' with his words, his actions, and his support. Additionally, many people knew him as a friendly, easy-going and kindred spirit so on the day he passed away, we mourned for him yet we all celebrated in gratefulness for all his help to this very day. Soon a declaration for January 21st to be named Lincoln Alexander day, as many agreed, we celebrate in his name and thank him for his help in fighting for equality rights.

Kyle C

2/16/2021 05:38:19 pm

Have you ever heard of Black History Month? Well, Black History month is recognized through out the whole February each year. Today we talked about a very inspiring person called Lincoln Alexander. He was a black man that served in the military once. After all that hard work he began moving on to being a lawyer that helped him to being the first black member to be part of the parliament in the House of Commons. Back then, people would think that Black men's and women's where a lower level then the White men's and women's. However, that didn't bring him down, he worked hard and fought for his freedom! Sadly, Lincoln Alexander passed away on October 19th 2012 in Hamilton. Overall, I think that Lincoln Alexander is a great role model to everyone. He taught us that no matter how hard and tough things are, as long as you keep on trying your do the best of your ability you can always move forward!

sEb

2/16/2021 06:10:44 pm

Have you heard of Black History month? if not, my explanation is just simple. Black history month is recognized through the month of February each year. Today we but not me talked about a inspiring person by the name of Lincoln Alexander. He is a black man that served the military once. After the hard work he moved on to be a lawyer and that helped him to be the first black member to be a part of the parliament in the house of commons. then just go research for more info.

Seth

2/16/2021 06:28:31 pm

Be more detailed and read the criteria

Taiki

2/16/2021 07:15:14 pm

I think you should improve your intro

Sam

2/16/2021 09:20:17 pm

I think you can improve a bit more on your concluding sentence and remember to capitalized the “Then” in your last sentence!

Mason

2/16/2021 06:18:56 pm

Lincoln Alexander was a black man. He didn't grow up just to be looked down upon. Going to school in kindergarten, he was the only black boy in the class. He was different from others and he was a minority, but he gained respect in his school. Describing black population was just a sliver-thin portion, he proved he was capable. Enlisting in the army as a machinist, he got married on September 10th, 1948. Him having bad eyesight blocked his route to becoming a soldier that could fight, he resolved in other jobs in the army. Losing both parents before graduating, he suffered from dementia. Having many more jobs after, he accomplished many achievements in his life. Dying at age 90 as a successful man.

Mika

2/16/2021 06:29:03 pm

a shortage of transition words in this paragraph :)

Taiki

2/16/2021 07:16:48 pm

You should be more specific about Lincoln Alexander's achievements.

Sam

2/16/2021 09:21:34 pm

Mason, try improving your concluding sentence a bit more!

Magnus

2/16/2021 06:19:36 pm

Back then, some jobs were hard to get for black people. But a man named Lincoln Alexander was able to be the first black member of parliament. Lincoln Alexander was born on January 21st 1922 and had many jobs that are hard to get. He worked for a branch of armed forces, was a lawyer, a member of parliament, served in the cabinet, became a chancellor for a university, and became a lieutenant governor. Lincoln was known as a nice, encouraging, and uplifting man according to his friends and family. On October 9th 2012, Lincoln passed away. On November 28th 2013, Lincoln Alexander Day was declared to be on January 21st. In conclusion, Lincoln Alexander was a black man who had jobs that were hard to get and became the first black man to become a member of parliament.

Seth

2/16/2021 06:20:05 pm

There has been discrimination to visual minorities for thousands of years, Lincoln MacCauley Alexander was someone the black community could look up up. Lincoln Alexander (January 21, 1922 – October 19, 2012) was a Canadian lawyer who became the first black Member of Parliament in the House of Commons, the first black federal Cabinet Minister (serving as federal Minister of Labour), the first black Chair of the Worker's Compensation Board, and the 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario from 1985 to 1991. He was the first person to serve five terms as Chancellor of the University of Guelph, from 1991 to 2007.[1] Alexander was also a governor of the Canadian Unity Council. He is described as a kind hearted and easygoing person. Many people in history have accomplished great things, I thing Lincoln Alexander is one of them.

Seth

2/16/2021 06:25:04 pm

1) fix grammar
2) add transition word

There has been discrimination against visual minorities for thousands of years, Lincoln MacCauley Alexander was someone the black community could look up to. For example, he was a Canadian lawyer who became the first black Member of Parliament in the House of Commons, the first black federal Cabinet Minister (serving as federal Minister of Labour), the first black chair of the Worker's Compensation Board, and the 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario from 1985 to 1991. He was the first person to serve five terms as Chancellor of the University of Guelph, from 1991 to 2007.[1] Alexander was also a governor of the Canadian Unity Council. He is described as a kind-hearted and easygoing person. Many people in history have accomplished great things, I think Lincoln Alexander is one of them.

Keira

2/16/2021 07:02:19 pm

@Seth - Your conclusion could improve and you should add a transition word when you are about to describe his personality. Additionally, you could explain why in your personal opinion, in your perspective as to why you believe Lincoln has accomplished many things; if not, your statement / opinion should be at the beginning of your paragraph, in your introduction.

Mika

2/16/2021 06:25:06 pm

Lincoln Alexender is one of the few I am proud to say has accomplished much for us in his 90 years of life. Not only is he the first Black Canadian to sit in the House of Commons, he also is the first Black Canadian that served in the Cabinet. Lincoln was the Minster for Labour with a strong emotion towards racism as shown upon in his first speech made when he won the seat. “I accept the responsibility of speaking for him and all others in this great nation who feel that they are the subjects of discrimination because of race, creed or colour.” In any factor, it’s an understatement to how most South African Americans feel after slavery was lifted. Regardless of that, his other journeys all have to do with him ending racism and discrimination. As since January 21, 2015, we celebrate Lincoln Alexander Day as he served us rights and leaded us to the point we are today in Canada.

Mika

2/16/2021 06:25:22 pm

Edit : I could have had a better conclusion or more details.

Mika

2/16/2021 06:25:40 pm

Lincoln Alexender is one of the few I am proud to say has accomplished much for us in his 90 years of life. Not only is he the first Black Canadian to sit in the House of Commons, he also is the first Black Canadian that served in the Cabinet. Mr. Alexender was the Minster for Labour with a strong emotion towards racism as shown upon in his first speech made when he won the seat. In any factor, it was an understatement to how most South African Americans feel after slavery was lifted. Regardless of that, he was also appointed as lieutenant-governor in Ontario. With that he chose to fight against discrimination and racism as he always suggested. As since January 21, 2015, we celebrate Lincoln Alexender Day as he served us rights and leaded us to the point we are today in Canada.

Aisli

2/16/2021 07:09:09 pm

Lincoln Alexander! Alexander's life began on the twenty first of January in nineteen twenty two, on the province we know as Ontario and the city named Toronto. This wonderful man was brought to life by Mae Rose, and Lincoln his father. His mother and father had separated by the time that he was a teen and he lived with his mother in New York for most of his teenage hood. Though he had left a few years later during the second world war he had moved back in Toronto. Due to his young age he had to work at a factory in Hamilton. Later in 1942 he joined the RCAF though he was not able to enter combat due to his bad eye site he worked as a wireless operator. After earning a BA from McMaster University, Alexander graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School. His career started out as lawyer he had moved to politics over the years. 1965 was the first year that Alexander properly tried to enter politics, as he tried to run as member of parliament, only to be 2,500 votes too shy to win. Three year later he tried again and got the place for member of parliament. Making one of the biggest accomplishments of his life, the first black member of parliament. He was won 4 elections giving him 12 year s of serving.

Aisli [self assessment]

2/16/2021 07:10:26 pm

I need a better a intro, and when he died.

Aisli

2/16/2021 07:12:39 pm

Lincoln Alexander, a proud black Canadian! Alexander's life began on the twenty first of January in nineteen twenty two, on the province we know as Ontario and the city named Toronto. This wonderful man was brought to life by Mae Rose, and Lincoln his father. His mother and father had separated by the time that he was a teen and he lived with his mother in New York for most of his teenage hood. Though he had left a few years later during the second world war he had moved back in Toronto. Due to his young age he had to work at a factory in Hamilton. Later in 1942 he joined the RCAF though he was not able to enter combat due to his bad eye site he worked as a wireless operator. After earning a BA from McMaster University, Alexander graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School. His career started out as lawyer he had moved to politics over the years. 1965 was the first year that Alexander properly tried to enter politics, as he tried to run as member of parliament, only to be 2,500 votes too shy to win. Three year later he tried again and got the place for member of parliament. Making one of the biggest accomplishments of his life, the first black member of parliament. He was won 4 elections giving him 12 years of serving. Sadly Lincoln Alexander's life cam to an end in October 19, 2012.

Taiki

2/16/2021 07:14:12 pm

As a child and as an adult, Lincoln Alexander had difficulties. First of all, he was the only kid in his class who was African- American. For his job, he was the first black man to be the Canadian member of Parliament! This was a honorable and remarkable event for the majority of African-American people, but I think he wanted to quit the job because of the great responsibility he held and by the pressure and expectations from people. In addition to this accomplishment, he was appointed to the chancellor of University of Guelph and was remembered as a charismatic and compassionate leader at a memorial service at the University of Guelph. To conclude, I think the behavior to African-American people has been improved because of him.

Roen

2/16/2021 07:18:41 pm

TYSON LIKES PEANUT BUTTER WITH JELLY

Roen

2/16/2021 07:42:20 pm

Lincoln Alexander is probably one of the most known man around the world, why? Lincoln Alexander is the first black MP making it remarkable step in the black lives matter move, but he died in the year of 2012, to this day we remember him. I imagine how it would like to be announced that a black man was elected as a MP (Member Of Parliment) in a time of racism and discrimination, when a black man would be sent to prison if they did anything that even looked suspicious. I remember i watched a movie, the movie is about racism towards African American's and in the movie i learned a lot, it was ridiculous to see how black men and women were treated in the 19's and i was ahonestlyh shocked. The piano player was a blackman and even tho he was known all over America for his skills of playing the piano. When he went to a fancy restraunt he had to eat in the workers room full of cleaning supplies and when he went to play the piano at a a mansion. He had to use the servant's restroom outside the house! So when i learned that Lincoln Alexander was the first black MP i was honestly shocked of the fact that he was one of the member of parliments in 1970 something!

Roen

2/16/2021 08:14:13 pm

Self Assessment:

[1] Fix all grammar mistakes

|2| Read the learning intention first

(3) LISTEN TO THE RAP VERY CAREFULLY FOR MAXIMUM INFORMATION

Everyday, every second you learn something new. You probably never knew but every bad thing or good thing that happens to you is a good thing towards your learning. Today we learned the adventure offffff Lincoln Alexander! Alexander is the first Memeber Of Parliment thats is a black man! You might think that's not a big deal and all but it is, imagine if you were a kid growing up in a world of racism against black men and women and oyou were ONE OF THEM. What do you think you will feel when one of your people got elected as a member of parliment? Exactly, i bet that;s was how everyone felt! So what led Lincoln Alexander to this road of becoming a MP and possibly changing the lives of millions(?) of people? Lincoln Alexander started out pretty normal. Lincoln first started of living wtih his mum in New York without his dad since they had a divorce. He returned to Toronto in 1939 a little after the start of WW2 , tho he was too young to enlist there were other ways to be useful in the war and so Lincoln worked as a machinist at a factory making anti aircrafts. He then joined the RCAF but was not eligible for fighting due to his poor eyesight so he traiend as a wireless operator. Lincoln then returned to a higher education of schooling and latert turned out to be a lawyer, and as a lawyer he then (applied?...) to be a member of parliment and was the first ever black MP.

Jacqueline

2/16/2021 07:55:45 pm

Lincoln Alexander, a very successful man who has accomplished many things in his life. Lincoln Alexander was born on January 21st 1922. He was a Canadian lawyer, who became the first black Member of Parliament in the House of Commons, the first black federal Cabinet Minister, first black Chair of the Worker’s Compensation Board, and the 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario from 1985-1991. Not only that, but he was also a very kind, easy-going, generous, caring, and a very special person to many people. Lincoln wanted to become a soldier, however he had poor eyesight, which then decided to work as a machinist making anti-aircraft guns at a factory in Hamilton. Unfortunately Lincoln Alexander died on October 19th, 2012, at the age of 90 years old. Overall, Lincoln Alexander was a very important and special man to our society and has achieved so much in his life, we will remember his name for fighting for freedom and equality.

Jacqueline

2/16/2021 07:57:19 pm

Self assessment; I think I could’ve added more to my introduction sentence.

Jacqueline

2/16/2021 07:58:10 pm

Lincoln Alexander, a very successful man who has accomplished many things in his life. Have you ever heard of him? If not, let me introduce him to you. Lincoln Alexander was born on January 21st 1922. He was a Canadian lawyer, who became the first black Member of Parliament in the House of Commons, the first black federal Cabinet Minister, first black Chair of the Worker’s Compensation Board, and the 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario from 1985-1991. Not only that, but he was also a very kind, easy-going, generous, caring, and a very special person to many people. Lincoln wanted to become a soldier, however he had poor eyesight, which then decided to work as a machinist making anti-aircraft guns at a factory in Hamilton. Unfortunately Lincoln Alexander died on October 19th, 2012, at the age of 90 years old. Overall, Lincoln Alexander was a very important and special man to our society and has achieved so much in his life, we will remember his name for fighting for freedom and equality.

Roy

2/16/2021 08:00:52 pm

Being a part of a visible minority is hard, especially in countries filled with racism and discrimination. Few of these people rise to the challenge and achieve great things with their lives. Lincoln Alexader was one of those people. To illustrate, he was the first Black member of the Canadian Parliament and was the head of the University of Guelph. People looked up to him as a kind, encouraging, and uplifting person. Sadly, he passed away in October 2012, but through his determination and persistence, he proved to everybody that people of his race can become great, and his legacy continues to inspire people across Canada.

Roy

2/16/2021 08:02:47 pm

Self assessment, I can add more details and supporting points to my paragraph.

Roy

2/16/2021 08:43:42 pm

Being a part of a visible minority is hard, especially in countries filled with racism and discrimination. Few of these people rise to the challenge and achieve great things with their lives. Lincoln Alexader was one of those people. To illustrate, he was the first Black member of the Canadian Parliament, was the head of the University of Guelph, and even joined the Canadian Armed Forces to take part in world war two as a corporal and wireless operator. Additionally, he also had a loving family and many followers. People looked up to him as a kind, encouraging, and uplifting person. Sadly, he passed away in October 2012, but through his determination and achievements, he proved to everybody that people of his race can become great, and his legacy continues to inspire people across Canada.

Trevor link

2/16/2021 08:23:38 pm

Born on January 21st, 1922, Lincoln Alexander. The first black member of parliament. At the age of 20, he had distinguished himself as a corporal and a wireless operator in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). After his parents died, he started learning at Osgoode Hall Law School. A little while later, he became a member of parliament. He then went on to becoming the minister of labour. He was the first black member of the Cabinet. Shortly after he resigned his position as an MP after four successful elections, he was appointed as lieutenant-governor for Ontario. Sadly, one year after he married his second wife, he died. On October 19th, 2012, The first black MP passed in his sleep.

Trevor

2/16/2021 08:25:20 pm

I can explain what an MP is. Some may not know...

Trevor

2/16/2021 08:26:11 pm

Born on January 21st, 1922, Lincoln Alexander. The first black member of parliament, or MP. At the age of 20, he had distinguished himself as a corporal and a wireless operator in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). After his parents died, he started learning at Osgoode Hall Law School. A little while later, he became a member of parliament. He then went on to becoming the minister of labour. He was the first black member of the Cabinet. Shortly after he resigned his position as an MP after four successful elections, he was appointed as lieutenant-governor for Ontario. Sadly, one year after he married his second wife, he died. On October 19th, 2012, The first black MP passed in his sleep.

Suhani

2/16/2021 08:31:58 pm

Hello!

Samantha

2/16/2021 09:17:04 pm

Imagine a life where you, and everyone else with the same culture and race, would always get discriminated, excluded, and bullied. However, there was someone who was able to overcome that. Lincoln Alexander, a well respected black man was able to accomplished many things in life. For example, he was the first black man to be a member of the parliament, the first black man of the cabinet, and not only did he achieve those many goals, Lincoln Alexander was a nice and easy going person. He was encouraging and a great man. Unfortunately, he passed away on October 19th, 2012. I am sure many aspire to be like him because of his nice and compassionate personality. He inspired people and if we all treat everyone equally, many others will get a chance to be like Lincoln Alexander.

Annika

2/16/2021 09:36:08 pm

Live a life where you, and everyone else with the same race and ethnicity, will always be discriminated against, excluded, and bullied. There was someone, however, who was able to conquer that. A well-respected black man, Lincoln Alexander, was able to achieve several things in life. He was, for instance, the first black man to be a member of Parliament, the first black man in the cabinet, and not the first black man to be a member of Parliament. Not only that but he was a easy going and encouraging guy. But at the age of 90 he left this world on October 19th 2012. I believe that he inspired a lot of people. He was a man who brought an idea to mind that if we treat others with respect and equality we might get a chance to be like him.

Luiza

2/16/2021 09:57:20 pm

Lincoln Alexander, a very kind man, achieved many things in his life. All starting with his mom telling him to get his education, to being a lawyer and then the greatest of all, being the first ever black member of parliament in Canada. Additionally, he was head of the University in guelph. Even though he might have been discriminated against, he still accomplished these things. Unfortunately, he passed away nearly nine years ago, but today this day we will not forget him and how he inspired us.

Luiza

2/16/2021 09:59:40 pm

change it to of Guelph
and make it to instead of today

Luiza

2/16/2021 10:00:06 pm

Lincoln Alexander, a very kind man, achieved many things in his life. All starting with his mom telling him to get his education, to being a lawyer and then the greatest of all, being the first ever black member of parliament in Canada. Additionally, he was head of the University of Guelph. Even though he might have been discriminated against, he still accomplished these things. Unfortunately, he passed away nearly nine years ago, but to this day we will not forget him and how he inspired us.

Melissa link

2/17/2021 07:58:43 am

Imagine being discriminated for something you can’t control, this is what people of colour go through every day, which makes it hard for them to get government positions, especially in the past. Lincoln Alexander was a black man born on the 21st of January 1922. He became a lawyer and later he became the first Black Canadian Member of Parliament in 1968. Later on, he became lieutenant-governor in Ontario. He sadly passed away on October 19th, 2012, but in his life he did a lot and he won’t be forgotten.

lars

2/17/2021 08:04:13 am

Lincoln Alexander was an important history in both black and Canadian history. He served in the military as a machinist and wireless operator, then studied law. In 1965, Alexander entered the realm of politics, and eventually became the first black person to ever become a member of parliament. This is only a small view of Lincoln Alexander's life, and you might want to even go find out more info for yourself!

Nathan

2/17/2021 08:38:26 am

Lincoln Alexander was a prominent figure who became the lieutenant governor in Ontario. But how did he raise through the ranks? Lincoln Alexander was born on January 21st, 1923 in Toronto as a black man. He then served in the military as a machinist and wireless operator, then studied law. In the year of 1965, he went into the world of politics and through perseverance became the first black person to become a member of parliament. He was a good person and helped so many people with their problems. He had a rich life of which you can find out yourself. He died on October 19th, 2012. Even though he has passed, we won't forget his life and legacy.

Simone

2/17/2021 08:50:54 am

As a person we would look up to people who has achieved the goals that we want to achieve. Lincoln Alexander didnt have a person to look up to. He was the first for a new generation. He first started working in the military as a mechanic and wireless operator. Then slowly moved on to Law and Politics. He worked really hard since at that time there was not a single black person in parliament. The future generations would now instead have a role model to look up to. The One and Only Lincoln Alexander.

Ryo

2/17/2021 09:12:48 pm

Ryo

2/17/2021 09:13:31 pm

*Continued

Ryo

2/17/2021 09:31:24 pm

Before Lincoln Alexander won the seat in the House of Commons, black people had things they couldn't do that white people could. But Lincoln Alexander broke the barriers of the things the black couldn't but the white could. One of his achievements is that he was the first Black Canadian to sit in the House of Commons. In June 25, 1968, he won the seat, making him the first Black Canadian to sit in the House of Commons. He also won many medals, including the Canadian Forces Decoration (1994), Lifetime Achievement Award, Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (1997), and the Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012). Overall, he was a great man and a person that made life better for black people.

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