September 20, 2026 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada
Canada is stronger when everyone has the opportunity to contribute to their communities. Black-led, Black-serving and Black-focused organizations are driving meaningful change across the country, yet many still face barriers to getting the resources they need to maintain and grow their work. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in these organisations so they can continue supporting their communities and reaching more people.
As the National Black Canadians Summit takes place in Winnipeg, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, is announcing funding for the Black Canadian Communities Program. The Government of Canada will invest $135.7 million over five years, starting in 2026-27, and $27.1 million annually thereafter.
Building on the progress achieved through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative, the Government of Canada is launching the Black Canadian Communities Program. Since 2019, the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative has funded more than 3,000 projects across Canada.
The Black Canadian Communities Program will support projects that benefit Black children and families, while also helping Black-led, Black-serving and Black-focused organizations access funding, build stronger organizations and reach more people in their communities. Together, these investments will create opportunities and improve the quality of life for Black Canadians.
In addition, the Government of Canada is investing more than $800,000 in the Michaëlle Jean Foundation. This funding supports the 2026 National Black Canadians Summit and the Foundation's Power of Youth Initiative, which l provides grants to youth-led organizations and helps young people create positive change in their communities.
Investing in Black communities is an investment in Canada's future. By supporting the people and organisations driving change across the country, these investments will help create lasting opportunities and stronger communities for generations to come.
