Community Connections

A list of local Black community organizations, councils and collectives in London and surrounding areas.

The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion maintains this directory. Western does not endorse any specific organization listed below.

African Canadian Federation of London & Area (ACFOLA)

The African Canadian Federation of London & Area (ACFOLA) was formed on November 25, 2009 and is a non-profit organization based in London, Ontario. ACFOLA is an umbrella organization of African Canadian associations and individuals. The organization sees its role as encouraging its members to participate and be included in economic, social, and cultural development.

Congress of Black Women of Canada; London Chapter (CBWC)

The Congress of Black Women of Canada (CBWC) is a voluntary, non-profit, national organization with chapters across Canada, from London, Halifax on the Atlantic coast to Vancouver on the Pacific coast. Any Black female, age 16 years and over, is invited to join. The organization examines issues that affect Black women and their families to develop relations with other local, national and international organizations. Their mission is to improve the standard of living of families, women and children, youth and seniors by the provision of quality settlement services through social, community economic development and capacity building. 

London African Community Council

The London African Community Council is a registered Canadian charity organization that provides settlement services and other programs that advance education by providing courses, seminars, meetings, counselling, and other support services for refugees & immigrants in need. African Community Council Services is a social and settlement services agency, working to improve the quality of life of newcomers in London and vicinity. 

London Black Heritage Council

London Black Heritage Council (LHCC) was formed in 2002, out of a desire to increase awareness of Black History Month activities in the London area. It hosts up to 10 programs each year. The Council's work is conducted by a dedicated team of volunteers and welcomes new members. The goal of the London Black Heritage Council is to engage the community in celebrating Black History Month through organizing, supporting, and collaborating with community organizations on programs and activities that are available in the region to educate, inform and uplift. 

Somali Association of London, Ontario (SALO)

The Somali Association of London, Ontario (SALO) was established in 1992. Their organization focuses on addressing a number of challenges faced by the immigrant community in London, Ontario. They help the youth build connections to the community by providing mentorship and support on higher education and career planning. The SALO support the settlement of newcomers to the city and provide guidance for securing housing and employment. 

W.E.A.N. Community Centre

The Where We Are Now (W.E.A.N) Community Centre's mission is to serve all members of the community with a focus on supporting and empowering the Black and marginalized communities by creating initiatives for equal opportunity and equal access to well-being, spiritual health and personal economic prosperity. 

Black Queer Network

The mission of Black Queer Network (BQN-LDN) is to highlight and prioritize the stories and experiences of the Black, African and Caribbean, Queer and Trans community in London Ontario. 

Nigerian Association of London and Area (NALA)

The Nigerian Association of London and Area (NALA) is proudly registered in Ontario as a not-for-profit corporation. NALA is dedicated to highlighting individual achievements and organizing group activities that showcase the best of our culture and community. Through events, programs, and initiatives, they strive to create a sense of belonging and pride among Nigerians while building bridges with the wider community. 

Black London Network

The Black London Network is a Facebook Group created to inform, educate and communicate with the community about ongoing/upcoming community events, promote your Black-owned businesses, advertise jobs & let people know about your initiatives, etc. The Black London Network provides a space to share opportunities and messages for growth and unity amongst London, Ontario's diverse and ever-growing Black Community

Black Community Employment & Empowerment Services (BCEES)

Black Community Employment & Empowerment Services is a non-profit founded out of the need to help integrate better into the Canadian society. A place for the Black diaspora to network and cultivate relationships amongst each other and with potential employers. They aim to position their members to compete in the Canadian job market and hence contribute towards building a productive economy. 

Sudanese Canadian Communities Association (SCCA)

The Sudanese—Canadian Communities Association (SCCA) represents the Sudanese Canadian community before the people and Governments of Canada and Sudan while promoting linkages between them. It identifies and addresses the needs of the community in Canada and Sudan to ensure its continued existence and development and enhance Canada’s socio-cultural fabric. 

Sudanese Community Association of Ontario (SCAON)

The Sudanese Community Association of Ontario (SCAON) is an organization that provides integration and settlement services to empower Sudanese Canadians and provide access to mainstream services to enable them to contribute to Canadian society. 

Jamaicans in London Ontario

Jamaicans in London, Ontario, is a family-friendly Facebook group connecting Jamaicans and people of Jamaican heritage living in London, Ontario, Canada. 
To explore more social media platforms, consult Jamaicans in London Ontario’s Facebook page or on Instagram @Jamsinlondonontario or through the following link Jamaicans in London Ontario (@jamsinlondonontario)

Ghanaian Association of London-Middlesex (GALM)

The Ghanaian Association of London-Middlesex (GALM) has been in existence for over two decades. They are a close-knit group of about 200 families that organizes a number of activities. GALM seeks to enhance the welfare of all Ghanaians and persons of Ghanaian heritage who are living in the London and Middlesex area, to contribute to the socio-economic development of the London and Middlesex area as well as Ghana and to uphold a good image of Ghana in Ontario and Canada.

Ethiopian Community Association London, ON (ECCA)

The Ethiopian Canadian Community Association of London, Ontario (ECCA) is a non-profit corporation committed to serving to unite residents of London, Ontario and Middlesex County who are of Ethiopian origin, preserving and perpetuating the traditions of Ethiopia. The ECCA works in collaboration with other community organizations in London and Middlesex County, as well as the City Council of London. Established January 6, 1988, the ECCA assists in promoting personal growth, positive family and community relations, and community empowerment, with advocacy, education, and community outreach programs. 

Kenyan Canadian Association (KCA)

The Kenyan Canadian Association (KCA) is a federal not-for-profit organization that seeks to address the issues affecting marginalized Black Canadians and other racialized groups while assisting newcomers to settle and make a positive contribution in the society as they endeavor to achieve their goals. KCA also focuses on implementing programs and specifically offering services to newcomers, low-income families and other socially-excluded groups residing in Canada to improve their personal well-being and social-economic status. 

Black Gay Men's Network of Ontario

The Black Gay Men’s Network of Ontario is a centralized hub for same-gender-loving men of African, African diaspora, Afro-Latino, Caribbean and Black identities. The networks goal is to provide cultural, intergenerational and mentorship opportunities, leadership, self-development, and empowerment as well as activism support aimed at improving the lives of Black queer people in Ontario. 

Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA)

The Jamaican-Canadian Association (JCA) was founded in 1962. The impetus for creating the association was the emergence of Jamaica from colonial status to becoming an independent nation in August 1962. The JCA's mission is to deliver programs and services, provide a physical hub, and advocate to improve the well‐being and equity of Jamaican, Caribbean & African‐Canadian communities within the Greater Toronto Area. 

Harriet Tubman Community Organization

As a non-profit agency, Harriet Tubman Community Organization is dedicated to building meaningful and developmental relationships with young people, experiencing racialization between the ages of 8 and 25. Using Harriet Tubman’s collaborative model, they partner with diverse institutions, organizations, community groups and individual allies to establish a ‘railroad’ network of resources to keep Black (African) young people and others who relate engaged in positive activities, providing strength-based, youth-centred and culturally relevant programs that foster identity development, life skills and education.