About Us

The Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton (CCAH) was established in 1977 as a non-profit organization that has since gained charitable status. The organization promotes awareness that unity in diversity, full and active participation, unbiased inclusion, and the capacity to value differences equally are essential to the social, cultural, and economic growth of Halton Region. Membership is open to anyone who shares our interests and supports the objectives of the organization. There is also an opportunity for youth to get involved in a wide range of activities and programs.

About Us

The Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton (CCAH) was established in 1977 as a non-profit organization that gained charitable status in 2000. The organization promotes awareness that unity in diversity, full and active participation, unbiased inclusion, and the capacity to value differences equally are essential to the social, cultural, and economic growth of Halton Region. Membership is open to anyone who shares our interests and supports the objectives of the organization. There is also an opportunity for youth to get involved in a wide range of activities and programs.

About us

Four Pillars

Education

We work in partnership with Halton Region school boards to deliver advocacy, guidance and Afro-Caribbean cultural learning experiences

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Culture

We promote Afro-Caribbean culture and history through the establishment of various programs to showcase diversity in Halton Region.  

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Community

We deliver numerous events and programs with a primary focus on promoting community engagement and awareness of Afro-Caribbean history and culture in Halton Region.

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Harmony

We participate in and sponsor research studies which help provide insight to understanding diversity in Halton Region.

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Culture

We established a steel band program that involves the broader community – people of all ages and backgrounds – and creates the opportunity to discover the joy of music in a unique way that is fun and easy to learn. Other programs include New Horizons for Seniors, Parang, Sizzlin’ Halton Caribbean Cooking, a library Reading Corner focusing on Black authors in Milton, and Black history bike and walking tours in Oakville.

Culture

We established a steel band program that involves the broader community – people of all ages and backgrounds – and creates the opportunity to discover the joy of music in a unique way that is fun and easy to learn. Other programs include New Horizons for Seniors, Parang, Sizzlin’ Halton Caribbean Cooking, a library Reading Corner focusing on Black authors in Milton, and Black history bike and walking tours in Oakville.

Community

We participate in numerous community events including the Black History Month, Emancipation Day, Culture Days and the Carousel of Nations. The goal is to ensure that the larger community is aware that the Caribbean community is committed to contributing to the Halton community.

Community

We participate in numerous community events including the Black History Month, Emancipation Day, Culture Days and the Carousel of Nations. The goal is to ensure that the larger community is aware that the Caribbean community is committed to contributing to the Halton community.

Harmony

We participate in and sponsor research studies that help provide insight and a better understanding of diversity in Halton Region. The CCAH also partners with the Halton Regional Police Service to enhance their community-based policing approach as well as co-deliver diversity and youth-focused programs. These four core values are beautifully captured in local artist Beverly Tang-Kong’s painting entitled “The Spirit of Angels”. This artwork was incorporated into the CCAH logo. Many thanks to graphic designer Danielle Pitt for helping us to reflect this piece in our website.

Harmony

We participate in and sponsor research studies that help provide insight and a better understanding of diversity in Halton Region. The CCAH also partners with the Halton Regional Police Service to enhance their community-based policing approach as well as co-deliver diversity and youth-focused programs. These four core values are beautifully captured in local artist Beverly Tang-Kong’s painting entitled “The Spirit of Angels”. This artwork was incorporated into the CCAH logo. Many thanks to graphic designer Danielle Pitt for helping us to reflect this piece in our website.

Veronica Tyrrell Park - Veronica Tyrrell Day August 27

We would like to acknowledge the passing of Veronica Tyrrell on October 7, 2018. Veronica was the long-time President of CCAH and was instrumental in expanding the organization’s profile within the community. She was an exemplary community leader and a tireless advocate for diversity and inclusion. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends, but her legacy will not be forgotten.  In her honour, His Worship Mayor Rob Burton proclaimed August 27 as Veronica Tyrrell Day in Oakville, the day in 2022 when the Town formally dedicated a park in her name: Veronica Tyrrell Park, 3183 Buttonbush Trail, Oakville

Four Pillars

We established a steel band program that involves the broader community – people of all ages and backgrounds – and creates the opportunity to discover the joy of music in a unique way that is fun and easy to learn. Other programs include New Horizons for Seniors, Parang, Sizzlin’ Halton Caribbean Cooking, a library Reading Corner focusing on Black authors in Milton, and Black history bike and walking tours in Oakville.

We participate in numerous community events including the Black History Month, Emancipation Day, Culture Days and the Carousel of Nations. The goal is to ensure that the larger community is aware that the Caribbean community is committed to contributing to the Halton community.

We participate in and sponsor research studies that help provide insight and a better understanding of diversity in Halton Region. The CCAH also partners with the Halton Regional Police Service to enhance their community-based policing approach as well as co-deliver diversity and youth-focused programs. These four core values are beautifully captured in local artist Beverly Tang-Kong’s painting entitled “The Spirit of Angels”. This artwork was incorporated into the CCAH logo. Many thanks to graphic designer Danielle Pitt for helping us to reflect this piece in our website.

We established a steel band program that involves the broader community – people of all ages and backgrounds – and creates the opportunity to discover the joy of music in a unique way that is fun and easy to learn. Other programs include New Horizons for Seniors, Parang, Sizzlin’ Halton Caribbean Cooking, a library Reading Corner focusing on Black authors in Milton, and Black history bike and walking tours in Oakville.

We participate in numerous community events including the Black History Month, Emancipation Day, Culture Days and the Carousel of Nations. The goal is to ensure that the larger community is aware that the Caribbean community is committed to contributing to the Halton community.

We participate in and sponsor research studies that help provide insight and a better understanding of diversity in Halton Region. The CCAH also partners with the Halton Regional Police Service to enhance their community-based policing approach as well as co-deliver diversity and youth-focused programs. These four core values are beautifully captured in local artist Beverly Tang-Kong’s painting entitled “The Spirit of Angels”. This artwork was incorporated into the CCAH logo. Many thanks to graphic designer Danielle Pitt for helping us to reflect this piece in our website.

Who We Are

Our leadership team comprises a diverse group of individuals who have a rich background in all facets of business and governance.
Board of Directors for 2022-2023
Andrew Tyrrell – President
Sheldon Williams – Vice President
Richard Pinnock – Youth Leadership Programs
Katherine Dottin-Adams – Treasurer
Paula Simmons-Wint – Secretary
Pamela Chase – Member
Sergeant Ryan Smith – HRPS Community Liaison
Rajan Sandhu – Legal Counsel
Saud Juman – Member
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Who We Are

Our leadership team comprises of a diverse group of individuals who have a rich background in all facets of business and governance.

As a registered charity, CCAH Board of Director positions are non-paid. We have made new changes for our 2024-25 year. Read more in our press release.

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