The Colored Hockey League of Maritimes in Nova Scotia formed in 1894 across the provinces of Canada. Formed 22 years before the National Hockey League. The all-black ice hockey league held over 12 teams and employed hundreds of African-Canadian players. Games between Black club teams were arranged by formal invitation only. Despite hardships, criticism, and prejudice, […]
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