Upcoming events.
Casino Fundraiser
Generations of YEG youth have benefited from AfroQuiz and the Tutoring program. Be a part of the magic of community in action and sign up for a shift at our casino fundraiser. The casino is our biggest fundraising event and we need YOU!sign up Don't worry, you don't have to have any experience. Their is support staff who shows us the ropes and stays to make sure everything runs smoothly. sign up here today and help us keep these programs running for generations to come! https://signup.com/go/jNZzHfA
Fade to Black Carnival Addition
Join us for Fade to Black, an electrifying carnival-themed event celebrating the vibrant spirit and entrepreneurial excellence of Edmonton's Black-owned businesses! Proceeds from this event will go to CCACH.
AfroQuiz 2024 Competition
For the past 32years AfroQuiz has been a part of the fabric of Black History Month in Edmonton. AfroQuiz has given youth in the city aspirational figures in Black history to look up to and feel proud of their heritage. Each year we strive to educate as many students as possible about the many wonderful contributions of people of African and Caribbean heritage to the world.
AfroQuiz serves the youth of diverse cultural backgrounds in Edmonton and the greater community. Every year, AfroQuiz welcomes contestants from Grades 1-12 from any cultural background to participate.
AfroCademy Session #3
AfroCademy is a cohort learning experience that teaches valuable study skills in preparation for AfroQuiz.
AfroCademy will offer in person sessions that incorporate, study skills, test prep, music, movement and food for truly fun immersive learning experience. Our aim is to teach study skills and have the youth learn together as a cohort. They will meet the other students in their Kingdom and make friends as they learn truly amazing content. Students earn points by studying weekly and submitting simple AfroWow videos about 1 thing they learned that week that was intriguing to them. These points will help us determine the winning Kingdom for the group prize, and the will add to individual points.
AfroCademy will be held on only 3 weekends February 4th, 11th, and 18th 2024 1pm -4pm
AfroCademy Session #2
AfroCademy is a cohort learning experience that teaches valuable study skills in preparation for AfroQuiz.
AfroCademy will offer in person sessions that incorporate, study skills, test prep, music, movement and food for truly fun immersive learning experience. Our aim is to teach study skills and have the youth learn together as a cohort. They will meet the other students in their Kingdom and make friends as they learn truly amazing content. Students earn points by studying weekly and submitting simple AfroWow videos about 1 thing they learned that week that was intriguing to them. These points will help us determine the winning Kingdom for the group prize, and the will add to individual points.
AfroCademy will be held on only 3 weekends February 4th, 11th, and 18th 2024 1pm -4pm
AfroCademy Session 1
AfroCademy is a cohort learning experience that teaches valuable study skills in preparation for AfroQuiz.
AfroCademy will offer in person sessions that incorporate, study skills, test prep, music, movement and food for truly fun immersive learning experience. Our aim is to teach study skills and have the youth learn together as a cohort. They will meet the other students in their Kingdom and make friends as they learn truly amazing content. Students earn points by studying weekly and submitting simple AfroWow videos about 1 thing they learned that week that was intriguing to them. These points will help us determine the winning Kingdom for the group prize, and the will add to individual points.
AfroCademy will be held on only 3 weekends February 4th, 11th, and 18th 2024 1pm -4pm
Uplift Docuseries Premiere (FREE)
RSVP below and join us for this private screening of our docuseries - Uplift. CCACH (Council of Canadians of African and Caribbean Heritage) - has been uplifting the Black community in Edmonton since its inception in 1985, through advocacy, community engagement, and educational programs. Our contributions, struggles and triumphs are part of the rich tapestry of the story of Edmonton. These are the stories of the community.
Location: EPL - Whitemud Crossing, 4211 - 106 ST, Edmonton
Date: Saturday, November 4th
Time: 3:30pm -6pm
Light snacks will be available.
Pathways to Home Ownership
Sign up here to learn more about how to get into a new home.
Afro X Latin Festival
Tickets are $60 at the door. Event is from the 18th to the 26th of February.
AfroQuiz Info Session
Join us for this online information session where we will explain all of the exciting things that we have been working on for this years AfroQuiz.
Zoom link will be email to all RSVP’d guests prior to the session.
Spark Your Learning
Spark Your Learning is a community service initiative done in collaboration with #RisingYouth, TakingItGlobal, Canada Service Corps, the Canadian Council of African and Caribbean Heritage (CCACH), and the Edmonton Public Library (EPL).
Our goal is to have you walk away inspired to pursue your future goals and with the resources to do so.
- The interactive panel and Q&A features five high-achieving lifelong learners who will share how they navigated learning and productivity.
- The vision board workshop will entail a walk-through on how to effectively make one, as well as stationary and materials for you to make your own! (Yes, you can take these home with you!)
- The goal-setting workshop will be an interactive presentation in which you will be taught how to effectively set SMART goals, as well as how to use a bullet journal. All attendees will be provdied with bullet journal of their own so they can follow along. (And yes, you can take these home with you too!) Bullet journals are very effective tools when planning your personal life goals as they are 100% customizable!
We hope to see you there!
Free Scholarship Workshop (RBC and UBC)
#StayReady2022
Sign up for our Scholarship information session to learn how to find/apply for HUGE scholarships!
RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Black Youth and various UBC Scholarships for Black youth (Grade 10 to Post-Secondary)
Grades 4-6 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 1-3 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 1-6 - Drop in Group Tutoring
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 7-12 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 4-6 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 1-3 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 4-6 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 1-3 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 1-6 - Drop in Group Tutoring
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 7-12 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Grades 4-6 CCACH Stay-Ready
CCACH Stay-Ready program is designed for students in grades 1 through 12 to connect, have fun, and stay on top of their reading, math, and thinking skills.
Become a member today!
Get access to AfroQuiz, *tutoring, and other programs and services.
Only $15 CAD per year.
*some programs may require additional charges.
