Greg Frankson was raised in Scarborough, Ontario by his single mother, who taught him the value of education, hard work and perseverance. She knew that if he was ever going to make anything of himself, he would have to work twice as hard to have half of the privileges of others. She also taught him to be strong so he could push through barriers and obstacles in a world where Black men are not expected to succeed. These lessons shaped his path and influenced who he has become.

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