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African Canadian Social Development Council.

An inclusive organization that welcomes and respects everyone.

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Empowering Our Communities

Inproving cultural & economic well-being.

The ACSDC is dedicated to improving the social, economic, and cultural well-being of African and Black communities. We work alongside partners to support African immigrants and refugees, ease their challenges, and build stronger, more connected communities across Canada and beyond.

Honouring The Past

Shaping The Future

Celebrate 30 Years of Black History Month in Canada: Excellence, Leadership & Heritage. Join us for an inspiring afternoon of culture, community, and celebration.

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General Meeting 2025

Leaders & Partners

The meeting featured inspiring speeches and moments of recognition. ACSN President Kayode Ogunnaike delivered an address after receiving a special award. At the same time, keynote speaker Mr. Yao Togobo, offered valuable insights on community empowerment and systemic change.

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La Passerelle-IDE

Inclusion of all Francophone.

La Passerelle-I.D.E. was founded in 1992 by Leonie Tchatat, who arrived in Canada from Cameroon at the age of 16. Leonie identified very early on a gap in services in Ontario needed to respond to the challenges, obstacles and barriers related to the economic, social integration and inclusion of Black francophone immigrants in Toronto.

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Upcoming Community Events

Non-Recognition of Somalis

Jun 23, 2026 8:00 AM

Somali Heritage Gala

Jun 30, 2026 6:00 PM

Sound The Horn

Jul 11, 2026 12:00 PM

Gear Up 4 MAC

Jul 19, 2026 12:00 AM

Awakening The Giant Within

Awakening The Giant Within

Jul 25, 2026 11:00 AM

Great Rift, Half Marathon 2026

Great Rift, Half Marathon

Sep 27, 2026 12:00 AM

ACSDC Articles

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A Celebration of Awakening 2026

A Celebration of Awakening 2026

Article, Vol-7 Iss-1

A diverse mix of voices and perspectives.

ACSDC Annual General Meeting 2025

ACSDC Annual General Meeting 2025

Article, Vol-6 Iss-2

Member organizations leaders, community advocates & partners.

Black History 2025

Black History 2025

Article, Vol-5 Iss-1

ACSDC Black History Month Event 2025.

La Passerelle-IDE

La Passerelle-IDE

Article, Featured Org, Vol-5 Iss-1

Inclusion of all Francophone immigrants.

Ethiopian Association

Ethiopian Association

Article, Featured Org, Vol-5 Iss-1

Fostering Inclusion, Resilience and Belonging.

ACSN Black History Talk

ACSN Black History Talk

Article, Vol-5 Iss-1

ACSN Hosts Black History Month Luncheon.

Auberge Francophone

Auberge Francophone

Article, Featured Org, Vol-3 Iss-4

Integration of Francophone Newcomers.

Nigerian Canadian Association

Nigerian Canadian Association

Article, Featured Org, Vol-3 Iss-4

Addressing the Needs of Nigerian Canadians.

Cultural Association of Togolese

Cultural Association of Togolese

Article, Vol-3 Iss-4

Maintain & Promote Togolese Culture.

President’s Desk, Confronting Racism

President’s Desk, Confronting Racism

Article, Vol-3 Iss-4

Confronting Anti-Black Racism & Islamophobia.

Confronting Black Racism

Confronting Black Racism

Article, Vol-3 Iss-4

2nd Confronting Anti-Black Racism.

Ramadan Interfaith Gala

Ramadan Interfaith Gala

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

ONE LOVE Family Services.

Premiere Ford Visits GCAO

Premiere Ford Visits GCAO

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

Youth Taking Flight Organization.

BA Solidary Association

BA Solidary Association

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

Helping to Relief Poverty, Through Education.

Ga-Adangbe Association

Ga-Adangbe Association

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

There Is Strength In Unity.

Amara CYA

Amara CYA

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

Amara Community Youth Association (ACYA).

African Sustainable Development Advisors

African Sustainable Development Advisors

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

Who knows Africa better than us?

Disturbing Email Communication

Disturbing Email Communication

Article, Vol-3 Iss-2

ACSDC is an inclusive organization.

Pepper Pot

Pepper Pot

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

ONE LOVE Family Services.

Funding Opportunities 2023

Funding Opportunities 2023

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

Upcoming Funding Opportunities Summer 2023.

Covid-19 Life

Covid-19 Life

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

Life Before During and After Covid-19.

Akwaba Community

Akwaba Community

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

To pursue collaboration within our communities.

African Canadian Seniors Network

African Canadian Seniors Network

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

Improving the quality of life for African seniors.

Happy New Year 2022

Happy New Year 2022

Article, Vol-3 Iss-1

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!

Promoting Equity

Promoting Equity

Article, Vol-2 Iss-3

Promoting Equity for black students in Ontario.

Endless Possibilities

Endless Possibilities

Article, Vol-2 Iss-3

Never underestimate our power.

Racism Privilege and Power

Racism Privilege and Power

Article, Vol-2 Iss-3

Exploring Black Students’ High School Experiences.

Canada Day Seniors BBQ

Canada Day Seniors BBQ

Article, Vol-2 Iss-2

African Canadian Sr. Network Canada Day Family BBQ.

Association de la Communauté

Association de la Communauté

Article, Vol-2 Iss-2

A Strong, edified, & dynamic community.

Uzima Women Relief

Uzima Women Relief

Article, Vol-2 Iss-2

Uzima Women Relief Group International.

Lanre Tunji Ajayi

Lanre Tunji Ajayi

Article, Vol-2 Iss-2

A respected leader and global patient advocate.

Anti-Black Racism

Anti-Black Racism

Article, Vol-2 Iss-3

Historic “Black Lives Matter” Rally.

Academic Wellbeing

Academic Wellbeing

Article, Vol-2 Iss-1

Our Children’s Academic Wellbeing.

Sickle Cell Awareness

Sickle Cell Awareness

Article, Vol-2 Iss-1

Improving Vaccine Uptake.

Eliminate Islamophobia

Eliminate Islamophobia

Article, Vol-1 Iss-3

One of the most unresolved threats we face.

ACSDC Newsletters

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Past Events

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ACSDC Programs

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Anti-Black Racism

Building Awareness

The Confronting Anti-Black Racism Initiative addresses systemic racism affecting our Black communities.

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EmpowerHER Initiative

Advancing Leadership

The EmpowerHER Women’s Initiative supports the leadership, well-being, and economic empowerment.

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African Sr. Initiative

Promoting Healthy Aging

Our African Seniors Engagement and Support Initiative promotes well-being, dignity and social participation.

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Grant Workshops

Access to Funding

Our Monthly Capacity Building & Grant Writing Workshops equip community leaders and grassroots groups.

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Our Partners

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Our Partners & Funders

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Black History

Month 2026

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EmpowerHer

Women's Confrence

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Anti-Black

2nd Racism Con.

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Anti-Black

3rd Racism Con.

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