Michelle and James Francis Jenkins

“Our grandparents have done so much for us and so much for the community, so it’s time to pass on this story and legacy to our children,” she said recently in a CBC interview. First employed as a labourer, James Francis Jenkins became active in journalism and social advocacy. His newspaper addressed racial issues and promoted integration. The newspaper, published weekly and later bi-monthly, eventually reached a peak circulation of about 5,000 readers nationwide.