Portia White

About

Canadian opera singer who was named a person of national historic significance by the Government of Canada. She is remembered for recordings like First You Dream.

Before Fame

She was a teacher in the small town of Africville during the 30's.

Trivia

The Nova Scotia Talent Trust and the Portia White Prize were both created in her honor. In 2007, the East Coast Music Association honored her with a lifetime achievement award. 

Family Life

She was the third of thirteen children born to her mother.

Associated With

Her nephew is famed playwright George Elliott Clarke.