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The Crown of Heritage: Restoring Value and Pride to Hair
Montreal – Afro hair is not just a simple aesthetic attribute. It embodies a culture, a history, and a heritage deeply rooted in the identity of people of African descent. During a recent event dedicated to the appreciation of natural hair, a clear message resonated: “Our hair has value, if we accept to give it value.”
Aug 20


The Founders of MP Studios | Couple in Business | INSPIRATION
Longueuil, Quebec – At the head of MP Studios and the brand-new Havre Studio, the couple Camia and Justin Mbaya embody an inspiring model of entrepreneurship where family, creativity, and vision come together every day. A meeting with two builders who are transforming their dreams into innovative spaces for the community.
Aug 14


Dohzy: Credit, Banking, Integration — The Fintech Solution for the African Diaspora
In a world where financial education is often the key to successful integration, an innovative initiative is emerging. During our recent program, we welcomed Fidéis Dicam, entrepreneur and founder of the DOSZI platform, for an enriching discussion on the financial inclusion of Afro-Canadian and immigrant communities.
Aug 4


Mamy Kaya Pitch Contest – Sustainable Social Impact 2025
At the latest Mécania pitch competition, a powerful idea took center stage: impact alone is no longer enough — sustainability of that...
Jun 4


Black Magic Canada Marks a Year of Empowerment and Healing for Black Women
Black Magic Canada, a community-rooted organization, is creating much-needed safe spaces for Black women to connect, reflect, and grow....
May 26


From Quebec to Africa: Building Together with Innovative Eco-Friendly Technical Coatings
Montreal, Quebec – As part of the show Leen parle pas , broadcast on FESTIBEC TV, viewers had the pleasure of discovering an innovative...
May 23


FESTIBEC AFRO-BLACK WEB TV receives funding from the Black Ideas Grant 2.0 program by the Foundation for Black Communities
Montreal, May 14, 2025 – FESTIBEC AFRO-BLACK WEB TV is proud to announce that it is among the 161 organizations across Canada that have...
May 14


First African Museum in Montreal – AFROMUSEE
Montréal, QC – At 533 Ontario Street East, in downtown Montreal, lies a unique and vibrant space: the Afromusée. Founded by Guy Mushagalusa Chigoho, who also serves as its Executive Director, the establishment is much more than a museum. It is a place of remembrance, celebration, and promotion of Afro-descendant heritage in Quebec and Canada.
Apr 15


IMPACT of the Grand Opening of the SIFA 2024 Symposium
Montreal, Quebec — The first International Symposium of Afro-Entrepreneurial Women (SIFA) was recently held in Montreal,
Jan 7


The Secret to SUCCESS in CANADA | Senator AMINA GERBA
Montréal, Québec – The very first gala evening of the Network of Cameroonian Engineers in Canada (IC2) was marked by inspiration, under the theme “Excellence and Notoriety.”
Nov 8, 2024


PETITION: Mobilization to Extend the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative
Montreal, Quebec — In a solemn and structured call to action, community leaders and advocates for inclusive development in Canada are launching a national campaign to encourage reinvestment in Black communities, at a time when several crucial support initiatives are coming to an end.
Oct 15, 2024


Groupe 3737 Calls for Long-Term Commitment to Black Entrepreneurship Beyond 2025
At a recent event co-hosted by SBCCI and Groupe 3737, community leaders, entrepreneurs, and cultural figures gathered to reflect on the progress of Black-led funding initiatives while acknowledging the challenges that remain. The evening underscored the transformative role of organizations dedicated to equity, entrepreneurship, and cultural development.
Aug 28, 2024


Access to Funding at SOKAFEST 2024: Building a Sustainable Future for Black Entrepreneurship
During the SOKAFEST 2024 Conference on access to funding, the Vice President of Groupe 3737, Ed Vertus, addressed one of the most pressing issues facing Black-led organizations today—the uncertainty surrounding the future of funding. While the current federal mandate for financing is scheduled to end in March 2025, Vertus and other leaders insisted that the progress achieved in recent years cannot be allowed to fade.
Aug 28, 2024


Montreal: Young Entrepreneurs / Entrepreneurial Spirit
Montreal, Quebec – In an inspiring and educational setting, a Montreal family stood out during an entrepreneurial event by introducing the youngest members to the world of business
Aug 15, 2024


SIFN2024: One Trip Technologies Wins 8K Pitch Prize – Afro-Entrepreneur Fund
Montreal, Quebec — On the occasion of the Salon International de la Femme Noire (International Black Women's Expo), a flagship event celebrating women’s entrepreneurship and diversity in Quebec, the Afro-Entrepreneur Fund organized an innovation competition to highlight initiatives led by Afro-descendant entrepreneurs. The initiative was praised by the Fund’s Executive Director, Jaë Élisée.
Aug 14, 2024


Bilateral Artistic Project Afromusée Quebec - Côte d’Ivoire BJKD Foundation
Montreal — At the BOA Gallery, located in the heart of Montreal’s metropolis, an inspiring cultural encounter marked a significant milestone in the artistic cooperation between Canada and Côte d’Ivoire.
Jul 12, 2024


Montreal: Mamy Kaya Social-Impact Pitch Competition
Montreal, Quebec — In a vibrant atmosphere gathering over a hundred people, the event hall resonated with hope, innovation, and collective commitment as Mamika World and the Mamikaya group hosted the Mamika Sustainable Social Impact Pitch in Montreal
Jun 17, 2024


TIPS FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO BECOME ENTREPRENEURS
Montreal, QC — In a packed room, Groupe 3737, in partnership with TD Canada Trust, held a significant conference on women’s entrepreneurship as part of the Migrant Preneur program, launched in 2023.
May 7, 2024


Groupe 3737: Funding to Support Black Non-Profit Organizations in Quebec #SBCCI
Montreal – At a landmark press conference held today, Louisgard Jean-François, President and CEO of Groupe 3737, announced two major measures that will have a significant impact on Black communities across Canada.
Mar 4, 2024


Montreal: FREE CIFA Program for Black Community Women Entrepreneurs
Montreal, QC – The energy was palpable during Chafrique’s back-to-business cocktail event, marking the beginning of the Winter 2025 session. Organized in a warm and festive atmosphere,
Jan 21, 2024
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