About the Elder Council

The Council is comprised of representatives of African descent from across the province from Digby to Cape Breton, including representatives from historic communities as well as new immigrants. Members are leaders in the community and have a history of working to improve the lives of African Nova Scotians.  Council members bring valuable experience and skills to implementing the Road to Economic Prosperity Action Plan and act as advocates and guardians of the work in the community.

Elder Council Mandate

1. Providing counsel and guidance to the Road to Economic Prosperity Advisory Council (REPAC) on matters of interest to the Road to Economic Prosperity Action Plan (REP).
2. Helping to build and maintain an ethical governance system of community leadership.
3. Providing strategic direction and guidance on the work of REP.
4. Supporting and providing spiritual guidance as the work of REP proceeds.
5. Acting as a storehouse for community knowledge and information.

Elder Council Members

Melinda Daye - Co-Chair - Halifax

Cameron Brown - Caribbean - Halifax

Iona Duncan-States - Halifax

Darlene Lawrence - South Shore

Charles Sheppard - Cape Breton

Chuck Smith - South Shore

Craig Smith - Halifax

Elder Council Support

Bonnie Evans – Halifax Partnership