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With an emphasis on black history, we promote fun learning while connecting our young community members and preparing them for a successful future.
With an emphasis on black history, we promote fun learning while connecting our young community members and preparing them for a successful future.
Serving the community for over 37 YearsSocial, Economic, and Educational Enhancement.
Serving the community for over 37 YearsSocial, Economic, and Educational Enhancement.
Our mission is to deliver and support activities that enhance the social, economic, and educational life of African and Caribbean heritage communities.
Established in 1985
Established in 1985
Council of Canadians of African and Caribbean Heritage (CCACH) has been in existence since January 1985 and was previously known as the Council of Black Organizations (CBO).
The organization was formed when African Canadians (Black Edmontonians) of Edmonton, AB, decided that there was a need for a united voice in the community to speak on their behalf. At that time, 25 organizations, mainly Caribbean societies, came together and the CBO was born to address issues of common concern.
In January 1996, the name of the organization was changed to Council of Canadians of African and Caribbean Heritage (CCACH). This change reflected CCACH’s preference to organize and identify as nationalities and not as racial groupings.
For more than 30 years, CCACH’s membership base consists of affiliate organizations and individuals contributing volunteer time, talent and financial resources to keep the organization vibrant. CCACH aims to support and collaborate with other African and Caribbean heritage communities that share similar values. CCACH also provides services to members of our community regardless of age, sex, gender, race, religion, socioeconomic status, national
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