02/19/2024
Atlantic Canada African Immigrant Support Council is the largest pan-African organization in Atlantic provinces of Canada. The organization serves as a hub; providing programs and services from a place of cultural awareness, justice and competency to diverse communities and demographics in Atlantic Canada . We are Africa Council dedicated to the Advancement and support of African Canadians Immigrants in Atlantic Canada. Africa Immigrant Council strives to create opportunities for full access and participation of African Canadians in Atlantic Canada in all aspects of society including economic, social, cultural, justice and educational endeavors, and contributes to the holistic development and wellness of the individual, family and community. The Council's programs and services are intended to be delivered in collaboration with various cultural heritage organizations and groups, alongside mainstream organizations to ensure that our services reflect a collaborative culture. Nova Scotia's context has been continually changing; economically, demographically and socially. This transition of socio-economic and demographic changes has had direct and indirect impacts and challenges on existing service provider organization’s programs and services. Following the economic and immigration boom in Nova Scotia, African-descent communities have been one of the fastest growing demographics and their challenges and needs changed too. Along with this population growth was an increase in demand for Africa-Cantered programs and services. This was followed by economic stagnation and downturn over the past five years that exasperated the delivery of programs and services. During this period, Africa Centred program capacity also grew to respond to this increasing demand. However, Africa Council is largely funded through grants and donations by different charities and individual donors who believe in the mission and the vision of the organization. The different orders of government must step up and support the Council. For more information text us at 902-789-9792.
