About

Our program supports Black entrepreneurs in Canada by identifying and eliminating systemic barriers that limit their success.

How We Help


Identify
Identify gaps in education, credentialing and personal networks.

Educate
Providing relevant workshops, training and education to fill any gaps.

Mentor
Creating organized mentorship and the development of a strong network.

Support
Enhancing accessibility to business development supports and resources.

Navigate
Help navigate social barriers to obtaining capital

Develop
Foster the development of new funding sources for Black entrepreneurs.

“Our mission is to establish a bilingual black Canadian business empowerment Program to foster entrepreneurship across the Prairies by focusing on partnerships, access to capital and education.”

Samuel Juru

Executive Director - Africa Centre

Our Values


Kindness
We’re here to make a positive difference to our collective lives. We are partners in the truest sense.

Integrity
We are honest, transparent, and accountable.

Respect
We respect ourselves, our team, our partners, and our entrepreneurs.
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Acknowledgement


We acknowledge that we are on Treaty 1, 6, and 7 Territory, and that the cities of Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Calgary, along with their residents, are beneficiaries of this peace and friendship treaty.

About


Our vision is clear: a community where Black entrepreneurs and small business owners have equal opportunities to realize their dreams.