Community Connections

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.

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. 

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 (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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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 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.