Eddie Carvery, a prominent figure in the Africville community and an enduring symbol of activism, has passed away at the age of 79. Known as the 'eternal flame' of Africville, Carvery devoted his life to advocating for the rights and recognition of his community, which was forcibly displaced in the 1960s. His passing has left a profound impact on the residents of Africville, who have expressed their sorrow and gratitude for his decades of relentless fighting for their cause.

Carvery began his activism in the early 1970s, demanding a public inquiry into the destruction of Africville, seeking justice and acknowledgment of the injustices faced by the Black community there. Throughout his life, he maintained a presence at the former site of Africville, where he set up camp as a testament to his commitment. His grandson reflected on Carvery's life, describing him not only as a protester but as a devoted father and grandfather, emblematic of how intertwined personal and community struggles were for him.

As friends and family gather to pay tribute to Eddie Carvery, it is clear that his legacy will continue to inspire future generations to advocate for justice and community rights. His life's work has reinforced the importance of remembering Africville and the experiences of its residents. The conversations that sparked from his activism continue to shape discussions around equity, community restoration, and the impacts of historical injustices against Black communities in Canada.