I am happy that my father brought me, as a teenager, to the Black History Month gathering.

Each of the events was an occasion for me to learn my history.

Now, 20 years later, I notice, with satisfaction, that Montreal’s black community looks healthier.

I am proud to notice that our culture is enriched with African blood.

As Spokesperson for this 19th edition, I am particularly proud of the chosen theme by our organizing committee: “Each one’s effort brings more to all”. It clearly illustrates black communities’ contribution to Quebec’s society.

I dream of a day when the youth that holds this culture from this bloodline will have inspiring role models within its community. I have hope that economic inequalities will cease hardening this youth.

I dream of this day, and I know we will make it happen!

Philippe Fehmiu

Spokesperson
PHILIPPE FEHMIU

Philippe Fehmiu is a television and radio host since 1990.
He started to get noticed when he joined the “Musique Plus” team in 1993. He cumulated more than 1500 interviews there and left his imprint on a generation of viewers because of his on-air remarks.

In 2006, Philippe’s presence doubled ratings on the “Espace Musique: morning show. Because of this tremendous success, the director’s of the French CBC asked him to join their prestigious team. The listeners also heard him replace regular radio personalities for shows like “Je l’ai vu à la Radio” and “Fréquence libre”.

Because of his interest in all aspects of television producing, Philippe has directed television series and reports for the likes of the French CBC, “TVA”, “Canal Vie”, “RDS”, “Canal Évasion” and “Vox Télé”.

This fall, Philippe will host a radio show for “la Première chaîne de Radio-Canada”, a television show for “Vox Télé” called “le Lab” and another television show called “VJ Recherché” for “Musique Plus”.