In summer 2024, Buckets & Borders and Canada Basketball, in collaboration with the Regional Municipality of Halifax and local community leaders launched an initiative founded on the principles of unity and bringing people together through basketball.
As part of the project three basketball courts located in the Uniacke Square community in Halifax’s North End were fully restored. The full scope project included everything from new asphalt to backboards and rims. Duane Jones was the artist selected to complete the mural covering all three courts.
Scroll down to watch the mini-documentary and to meet the community who fueled this project.
“Being an historically known African Nova Scotian community, close-knit bonds and deep basketball roots is what the community surrounding Uniacke Square is known for. With organizations like the Community YMCA, and Africville Lakers, basketball has long unified the community, bringing everyone together and reinforcing our rich history.” - Councillor Lindell Smith
To learn more about the Uniacke Square community, scroll down to view the mini documentary.
OUR PARTNERS
Our community partners are the all-stars that have laid down the foundation for our various projects and initiatives. They are the individuals and organizations that are always ready to jump into the game and lend a helping hand.