The African Descent Ontario (ADSON) is a non-profit organization registered under Canada Ontario Not for profit Corporations Act. -1285132-6.
It exists to foster, empower, and increase education, economic development and tolerance for the preservation and promotion of Black Canadians Heritage Culture conservation, Customs, Values, History, Arts, Heritage, and way of life in Ontario.
Upcoming Events
The Annual African Descent Summit JULY 2025
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African Descent Ontario (ADSON) will be organizing many other events in the coming Months, and as such we would not like you to miss out on them
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Education & Youth Development
Education & Youth Development
Providing educational support, scholarships, tutoring programs, mentorship initiatives, and extracurricular activities to empower youth of African descent and improve their academic success.
Cultural Heritage and Celebration
Cultural Heritage and Celebration
Organizing cultural events, festivals, workshops, and exhibitions that showcase the rich heritage, traditions, arts, and contributions of individuals of African descent to society.
Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness
Offering health education workshops, access to healthcare services, mental health support, wellness programs, and initiatives to address health disparities and promote healthy living within the African descent community.
Leadership and Civic Engagement
Leadership and Civic Engagement
Providing leadership development opportunities, civic education, advocacy training, and platforms for political participation and community leadership to empower individuals of African descent to become agents of change and contribute to the betterment of society.
Social Justice and Advocacy
Social Justice and Advocacy
Advocating for racial equality, social justice, and human rights through awareness campaigns, advocacy efforts, policy engagement, and community organizing to address systemic racism, discrimination, and social inequities affecting individuals of African descent.
Family and Social Services
Family and Social Services
Offering family support services, parenting workshops, counseling, domestic violence prevention programs, and initiatives to strengthen family bonds and promote healthy relationships within the African descent community.
Newcomer and Settlement Program
Newcomer and Settlement Program
African Descent Ontario (AdSON) has established a comprehensive Newcomer and Settlement Program aimed at assisting immigrants, refugees, and individuals of African descent as they transition to life in Ontario.
Community Empowerment and Economic Development
Community Empowerment and Economic Development
Providing resources, training, and support for entrepreneurship, job skills development, financial literacy, and economic empowerment initiatives aimed at improving the socio-economic status of individuals of African descent and building thriving communities.
Why Join ADSON next year?
We bring you great speakers of solid track records who will help you understand what it means to be of African descent and how and what you ought to know as a citizen of this great nation and as an African.
We aim at bringing great entertainers from all over Africa with great and mixed genres of Music to cater for all tastes and preferences of Music.
Get braced for great musical trip to Africa and back.
Because we invite as many people as possible from all over and from all sectors, you get an opportunity to network and also get new business ideas from all over the world.
Don’t miss opportunities that may come with numbers.
This is also a great opportunities of learning from those who have gone ahead of us of how things work in Canada, especially knowing your rights as a citizen of an African descent.
Don’t Miss Our Events
African Descent Ontario will be organizing many other events in the coming Months, and as such we would not like you to miss out on them
To receive such updates, please subscribe to our Monthly Newsletter below.
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Youth Coordinator
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Content Strategist
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Brand Copywriter
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Graphic Designer
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Events Coordinator
Position title EVENTS COORDINATOR Description African Descent Ontario is seeking a highly organized and dynamic Events Coordinator to oversee and execute our
Advocating for Social Justice in Communities Award Acceptance Speech
The conference MC started by introducing the recipient of the Advocating for Social Justice in Communities Award. He mentioned that she is
Community Leadership Award Acceptance Speech
Ms Suzan received the community leadership award for doing amazing work in the community. She started by saying hello to everyone who
Cultural Heritage Preservation Award Acceptance Speech
Mr Alimami received the award for cultural heritage preservation for doing amazing work in the cultural heritage area 2024. He was welcomed
Our Amazing ADSON 2022 Delegates
Thank you, African Descent Ontario, for promoting Culture. United by History for the love of our Heritage
