Truro, NS – October 6, 2025 – The Town of Truro, through the Town’s African Nova Scotia Community Strategy Committee, is honoured to host a significant community event recognizing the historic contributions of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, Canada’s first and only all-Black battalion to serve during the First World War.
The Official Renaming and Monument Unveiling Ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the No. 2 Construction Battalion Athletic Facility, located at 57 Golf Street, Truro. A reception will follow across the street at the Truro Golf Club, 86 Golf Street.
This ceremony will include the official renaming of the athletic facility and the unveiling of a permanent monument dedicated to the memory and legacy of the men who served in the No. 2 Construction Battalion.
The site holds profound historical significance as it served as the former parade and drilling grounds for the No. 2 Construction Battalion during their training in Truro before their deployment overseas. The permanent monument and facility renaming ensure this vital part of Canadian and African Nova Scotian history will be preserved and recognized for generations to come.
Funding for the monument and commemorative event has been provided by the Town of Truro and through Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program.
The Town of Truro welcomes all residents and visitors to join in this moment of remembrance and recognition.
Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
• Time: 2:00 p.m.
• Location: No. 2 Construction Battalion Athletic Facility, 57 Golf Street, Truro
• Reception to follow: Truro Golf Club, 86 Golf Street, Truro
For more information contact:
Alison Grant
Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Town of Truro
(902)893-1424
