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Regina Street Renamed for Prominent Black Family
10 Aug
Summary
- Armour Road in Regina was renamed LaFayette Road.
- The change honours the LaFayette family, early Black settlers.
- The LaFayette family has deep roots in Regina's community.
Armour Road in Regina was officially renamed LaFayette Road on July 31, during a reunion of the LaFayette family. This renaming honours a prominent Black family whose ancestors were among the first settlers in Saskatchewan. The LaFayette family has a history in the province dating back to 1906 when Lewis and Lillie LaFayette arrived from Iowa.
Their descendants have made significant contributions to Regina and Saskatchewan in fields such as healthcare, athletics, and community service. Carol LaFayette-Boyd, a family representative, expressed that the street name acknowledges their family's enduring presence and impact on the city.
The renaming of Armour Road, a street in undeveloped land, is a fitting tribute to the LaFayette family's legacy. The family's history is traced back to Edward William LaFayette, potentially a descendant of James Armistead, a spy during the American Revolution.
Mayor Chad Bachynski highlighted the family's "deep roots" and their embodiment of Regina's spirit. The exact date for the completion of the signage change has not been set, but it is expected to occur soon.
