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You’re invited to the Melamoon Final Pitch
Let’s give Black entrepreneurship a full audience and a loud round of applause. 👏🏾 The Melamoon National Tour reaches its grand finale this Saturday, October 17, and BIZ, in partnership with FACE, is inviting Black founders to...
2026 IMPACT Gala Recap: A Night of Community, Celebration & Impact
2026 IMPACT Gala Recap: A Night of Community, Celebration & Impact On October 3, 2026, more than 200 guests came together for the Fourth Annual IMPACT Gala, hosted by the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) and Skills For...
2026 AGM Recap: Celebrating Impact, Growth and a New Chapter for FBC
On September 10th, 2026, The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) recently brought together members, volunteers, partners, staff and community supporters for our 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), an opportunity to reflect on our...
What We Stand For
Our Pillars
The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) is a national, charity organization, driven by Black organizations across the country. We advance the social, economic, political and cultural interests of Canadians of African descent.
Total Health
Total Health
Developing a national action plan to improve the health and well-being of Black Canadians.
Criminal Justice Reform
Criminal Justice Reform
Addressing the impact of anti-Black racism in the criminal justice system.
Employment Development
Employment Development
Increasing access to training in traditional and untraditional sectors of work.
Lifelong Learning
Lifelong Learning
Promoting excellence and eliminating systemic barriers to success in schools and classrooms.
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Youth Employment Skills Program
The Youth Employment Skills Program is a 15 week paid skills training and work experience program for Black youth, newcomers, youth with disabilities, and NEET youth (Not in Education, Employment or Training) as well as other marginalized groups, aged 15-30.
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Supports for Student Learning Program
The Student Supports for Learning Program (SSLP) is a 10-week program that aims to build foundations for Black Youth. Students who complete the program are eligible to receive educational bursaries between $1000.00 and $6,000.00.
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Black Entrepreneurship Program
The Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) is a free on-demand program that equips Black Canadian entrepreneurs with the tools to launch and grow their business.
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Newcomers Program
Join our free 3 month program designed to uplift Black Newcomers and NEET youth aged 15-30 by offering mentorship and workshops aimed at community and career building!
