Date of publication: 1 July 2025
May 22, 2025 | Toronto, ON
The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) is proud to announce that we have officially received registered charity status in Canada. This marks a historic and transformational milestone in our journey toward advancing equity, opportunity, and wellbeing for Black communities across the country.
What This Means
Becoming a registered charity is more than a legal designation — it’s a powerful tool that enhances our ability to create lasting impact. With this new status:
- We can now issue charitable tax receipts for donations, making it easier and more rewarding for individuals and organizations to support our mission.
- We’re eligible for a wider range of grants and funding opportunities, including those that are only open to registered charities, allowing us to expand our reach and scale our programs.
- We gain stronger credibility and public trust as a nationally recognized charitable organization advocating for the advancement of Black Canadians.
- We can deepen partnerships with community groups, businesses, and government agencies looking to support Black-led charitable work in Canada.
Why This Matters for the Black Community
This designation strengthens our ability to advocate for and invest in Black communities — particularly in our pillars of Lifelong Learning, Employment Development, Total Health, and Criminal Justice Reform.
In a country where Black-led and Black-serving organizations have historically been underfunded and overlooked, FBC’s charity status sends a strong message: Black communities are organized, impactful, and deserve investment.
What’s Next?
With this new chapter, we’re excited to:
- Launch new fundraising campaigns that fuel culturally relevant programs and services.
- Continue to build national initiatives that serve Black youth, families, newcomers, and entrepreneurs.
- Partner with donors, foundations, and institutions committed to racial equity and inclusive growth.
- Continue amplifying Black voices and lived experiences in decision-making spaces.
We are grateful to our members, supporters, and community partners who have championed this work. Your belief in our vision has made this possible.
To make a charitable donation and support our mission, visit www.fbcfcn.ca/donate
Every dollar helps us build a more equitable and inclusive Canada.
About The Federation of Black Canadians
The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) is a national charity organization, driven by Black organizations across the country. The Federation of Black Canadians advances the social, economic, political and cultural interests of Canadians of African descent. The overarching mantra is that we are “Stronger Together – Nothing about Us Without Us” Join us in our fight against racial injustice. Together we can create a better life for Black Canadians.
Robert Tyndale
Chair
ALBERTA
Kezia Macbruce
Board Member
SASKATCHEWAN
Ziadanne Goodman
Board Member
ONTARIO
Jose Wilson
Board Member
ONTARIO
Andrew Defor
Board Member
ONTARIO
Anaïs Kasongo
Board Member
QUÉBEC
Hetty Larbi
Board Member
BRITISH COLUMBIA