African Canadian pioneers
in the field of Skilled Trades had to overcome great obstacles to pave
the
way for
future
generations of tradespeople. Many individuals faced discrimination
and even violence in their pursuit of employment. Inspite of this opposition
they contributed greatly to the development of the City of Windsor.
Morris Harding Sr. - Electrician
and Business Owner (Harding Electric Co.)
Richard Harding
Shelley Harding-Smith
Morris Harding Jr.
Ace Brown - Electrician and Business Owner
Carl Kersey
Jim Allen
Conrad Hoyte
Garland Davis
Fitz Moore
Millwrights
Mike Allen
George Stewart
Lambert Thomas
Scott Kersey
Carpenters
Mike Kersey
Winston Walls
Alan Walls
Welders
Joey smith
Rocky Kersey
Mould Maker
Din Allen
Dale Talbot
Automotive Industry
George Dennis
David Talbot
Dennis Olbey
William Olbey
Darwin Dennis
Howard Olbey
Everett Ball
Chris Tumpkin (Cutter/Grinder)
Others
Zeke Talbot-WalkerMetals
Lloyd Watkins –Canadian Bridge
John Millben – Auto Specialties
