The Future of Black Entrepreneurship in Canada: Beyond Financial Solutions A compelling response from the Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN) challenges conventional approaches to supporting Black entrepreneurs in Canada. Authored by Executive Director Ryan O'Neil...
Progress and Challenges for Black Entrepreneurs in Canada: Insights from Stakeholder Interviews Between July and December 2023, Senators Amina Gerba and Colin Deacon conducted extensive interviews with key stakeholders to assess the progress and remaining obstacles in...
Black Entrepreneurs in Canada: Senator Study Reveals Barriers and Opportunities A groundbreaking study commissioned by the African Canadian Senate Group and Senator Colin Deacon has shed critical light on the challenges facing Black entrepreneurs in Canada's business...
Black Labour Market Assessment Reveals Critical Gaps and Opportunities in Ontario A groundbreaking report titled "ACBN Rapid Labour Market Needs Assessment" has uncovered significant disparities facing Black workers and entrepreneurs in Ontario's labour market....
In September 2020, the Government of Canada announced the Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) designed to support Black entrepreneurs in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and foster sustainable future growth. To ensure the program effectively addressed the...
As Canada’s Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) nears the end of its three-year run, the impact it has had on Black-led organizations and communities is undeniable. Established to address long-standing systemic barriers faced by Black entrepreneurs, the program...
An opportunity for the Black community to engage in a conversation about a proposed Canadian Black Empowerment Think Tank (CBETT)—on Friday, September 15, 2023 CBETT is a masterclass organization (a “super-hub”) of 19-21 individuals that constitute the CBETT knowledge...
Community development is the process of working together to create and maintain healthy, vibrant, and sustainable neighborhoods. For the Black community, fostering community development is vital for addressing systemic inequalities, empowering individuals, and...
Racism, an insidious and deeply ingrained social issue, has long plagued our society and continues to disproportionately affect the Black community. The fight against racism is an ongoing battle that requires collective commitment, understanding, and action. In this...
The arts hold a unique and transformative power in our society, transcending boundaries and fostering connections between people. For the Black community, the arts have played a crucial role in expressing cultural identity, addressing social issues, and promoting...