About Us
Welcome to African Centre Toronto
African Centre in Toronto is a Not-For-Profit organization federally registered in Canada. Its purpose since inception is to serve as a hub providing service from cultural understanding and expertise to our diverse and versatile communities.
Who Are WE?
We are an organization established to support, empower, and integrate newcomers and refugees into the Canadian society.
Our Vision
African Centre in Toronto will build a strong self-determination community to promote and facilitate positive change for immigrants Across Canada and Globally
120+
Members
10+
Programmes
3
Regional Offices
4+
Community Support analyst (LLB) - Kenya
Find the Right Program
Explore our diverse programs designed to empower and support our community.
Gender and Sexual Diversity
Our Focus here at African Centre is to identify and eliminate societal barriers that prevent marginalized and oppressed individuals.
Mental Health &
Wellness
It is normal to be feeling increased levels of stress and anxiety due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
ACT Bereavement
Group
Losing someone you love is painful. After a significant loss, you may experience many emotions, such as shock, anger, and guilt. Sometimes it may feel like the sadness will never end.
Newcomers Settlement
ACT has implemented the Canada Summer Jobs 2019 and 2020 Implemented a self-supported project to train volunteers to provide mobile settlement.
Sports & Recreation
African Centre in Toronto’s essential goal is to provide a range of opportunities for people of various ages to participate in sports and physical activity.
Socio-Economic
ACT is cognizant that across the nation, there are meaningful differences in social and economic opportunities for residents in communities
Volunteer Resource
Want to Volunteer? then African Centre is the place to be!
We seek to address issues affecting Africans, colored people among other visible minorities.
Volunteering allows our organization, and our immigrant volunteers to acquire Canadian experience through, connecting with our communities while making it a better place. We believe that helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, and organizations in need.
Explore Opportunities
Browse volunteer roles that match your skills and interests
Submit Application
Complete a form to express your interest in volunteering.
Get Involved
Attend orientation and start making a meaningful impact.
Office Locations
Toronto
2002 Shappard Avenue West , North York, M3N 1A1, Canada
+1 (647) 570 3932
Our Team
Dedicated team empowering communities, fostering inclusivity, and creating meaningful change.
President and Founder Reserach
Legal Enthusiast (JD) & Community Support
Lucas Misente
Health & Wellbeing Research
Dr. Elizabeth Onyango
Advocate LLB
Peter Nyamiaka
Lawyer
Joshua Makori
Lawyer