Calgary African Community Collective (CACC)

Grassroot Organizations seeking to address problems confronting the African Community in Calgary to build a resilient community where no one is left behind.

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Come and be inspired by grassroots leaders who are not just surviving , they’re building thriving ecosystems at the CACC Systems Change Summit 2025.
Date: October 24–26, 2025
Venue: Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel.
Tickets: CACC Members - $150 | Non-CACC Members - $200

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Sustainable change doesn’t trickle down, it rises from empowered communities. From local cultural groups to national networks, we’ll showcase real examples of African-led organizations shifting power and leading transformation.

Get your ticket here now - https://t.co/hqtqPDgrkm

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

In a world that constantly upgrades its tech, why should justice, access, and fairness remain outdated?

Read the full newsletter here -
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[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Today, we honour the First Peoples of this land, their wisdom, resilience, and the stories long silenced.

May our shared journey of truth and reconciliation guide us toward healing, justice, and unity.

#TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #EveryChildMatters #CACC #OrangeShirtDay

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Representation matters. When policies reflect our voices, communities thrive. Join us at the Systems Change Summit to explore how leadership can drive real change.

Register here: https://t.co/oVhRHVnPZT

#SystemsChangeSummit #CACC #PolicyForEquity

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Over 3 days, leaders from across Canada will convene to explore:
- Policy & Institutional Change
- Community & Grassroots Capacity Building
- Intersectional Equity Work
- Sector-wide Collaboration

Tickets: $150 for CACC Members | $200 for Non-

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

We’re excited to announce that the CACC Systems Change Summit 2025 will now take place on October 24–26, 2025 at Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel, Calgary.

Register here: https://t.co/duajUzyswr

#SystemsChangeSummit #CACCSystemsChangeSummit #BeyondTheFixes #CACC #SystemsChange

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) has been named a 2025 Inclusion Award Recipient by the Immigrant Champions of Canada (ICC)!
Thank you to our members, partners, funders, and everyone who continues to champion this mission with us.

#InclusiveLeadership #BlackLeadership

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

This powerful 3-day gathering will bring together 200+ leaders, funders, policymakers, organizers, & community-builders for a dynamic experience of knowledge sharing, and strategy.

Reserve your spot here - https://t.co/hqtqPDgrkm

Let’s challenge norms & create pathways forward.

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Black Ideas Grant (BIG) 2.0, powered by the Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC). Thank you, FFBC, for recognizing our mission & walking alongside us as we build stronger futures for our communities.

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Our latest newsletter is here, and it’s a call to rise.

The winds of unity are stirring across Calgary’s African communities, carrying stories of celebration, connection, and purpose.

Read the full newsletter below and get ready to be inspired.
https://t.co/AXcbPq1loa

#CACC

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Want to build programs, grow your organization, & make impact with others who get it? This is your place. This is your power.

#CACC #CalgaryAfricanCommunityCollective #BlackLedOrganizations #CommunityPower #CollectiveStrength #Advocacy #Nonprofit #BlackCommunities

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

CACC isn’t just a coalition of organizations, it’s a movement on a crucial mission.

We’re a growing network of organizations led by people of African descent working in unity to dismantle systemic inequities, amplify community voices, &drive real change in Calgary & beyond. 1/3

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

As a registered CACC member, you're not isolated. You gain access to funding support, advocacy, shared resources, visibility, and a network of changemakers committed to community-led progress.

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[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

We had the joy of attending the first-ever AfricFest Calgary, a vibrant showcase of Black-owned businesses, Afrocentric fashion, culture, and community last weekend.
Here’s to more milestones, more visibility, and more unity. We can’t wait to see what’s next!

#AfricFestCalgary

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

We’ve made connecting with us easier!

You can now reach different departments directly using our new staff phone extensions. Just call our main line: 587-228-1510, then press the extension for the team you’d like to speak to.

More info on the flier. #CACC

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Happy Heritage Day!

Today, we honour the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions that shape our communities, and reaffirm our commitment to building a future rooted in equity, belonging, and shared humanity.

#CalgaryAfricanCommunityCollective #CalgaryCommunity

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

Happy Canada Day!

Today, we celebrate the land we call home, and the diverse cultures, communities, and contributions that make it truly special.

From coast to coast, let’s continue building a future rooted in unity, inclusion, and shared hope.

#CanadaDay #CACC #Calgary

[Calgary African Community Collective (CACC) @yycCACC]

The countdown is ON! Just 5 days to go until Calgary’s most soulful Stampede breakfast returns! Join us this year on Friday, July 5 at Bridgeland-Riverside Community Association.

RSVP here - https://t.co/H0Nqd01uGe

cc @FdnBlkComm

#StampedeBreakfast #CalgaryEvents

[The Hon. Salma Lakhani @LtGovAB]

Alberta is fortunate to be home to one of Canada’s largest Somali populations. As creators, entrepreneurs and activists, they make up one of the most engaged and visible immigrant communities I know. I highly recommend attending Somali Heritage Week, which begins today.