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The Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton is a registered charity serving the residents of Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills, and Burlington.

Interested in Getting Involved?⁠ ⁠ We’re alw

Interested in Getting Involved?⁠
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We’re always looking for volunteers to support our programs, events, and community initiatives. Whether you’re interested in helping out at special events, assisting with youth programs, or lending a hand behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you!⁠
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Visit our website and fill out our volunteer form to get started.⁠
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#volunteers #community #harmony

40 ACRES – Oakville Centre for Preforming Arts⁠

40 ACRES - Oakville Centre for Preforming Arts⁠
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A powerful new film is coming to the Oakville Centre for Preforming Arts⁠
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Saturday, June 21 at 3:00 PM as a part of the 2025 Oakville Festival of Film & Art (OFFA).⁠
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Event: 40 ACRES Screening⁠
Date & Time: Saturday, June 21 at 3:00 PM⁠
Location: Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts⁠
130 Navy Street, Oakville, ON L6J 2Z4⁠
Host: Tyler Collins⁠
Languages: English & Cree⁠
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Visit our Linkin Bio to purchase tickets⁠
Use Discount Code: OFFAten25⁠
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#40acres #offa #culture⁠
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CCAH Reading Corner at Milton Public Library⁠
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Join us for a special in-person Reading Corner at the Milton Public Library! Families are invited to enjoy a morning of inspiring and engaging readings from Black children’s authors. This event will take place on June, 21st, 2025 at 11am.⁠
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The author, Newton Vanriel will be reading The Adventures of the Soul Sisters.⁠
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Visit their website for more information at: https://beinspired.ca/.⁠
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#readingcorner #SoulSistas⁠

To Every Dad,⁠ We LOVE and APPRECIATE YOU!!⁠ H

To Every Dad,⁠
We LOVE and APPRECIATE YOU!!⁠
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!⁠
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#fathersday #weloveyoudad

Youth Leadership Summer Program – July 12!⁠ ⁠

Youth Leadership Summer Program - July 12!⁠
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Join us on Saturday, July 12 for our Youth Leadership Summer Program (YLSP), happening online via Zoom! Learn from experts and leaders in your community as you explore a wide range of topics focused on personal and professional growth.⁠
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This event is designed for youth entering Grades 9-12 and offers an opportunity to earn community engagement hours.⁠
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Visit our Linkin Bio to register!⁠
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#YouthLeadership #youngleaders #community #education⁠
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CCAH’s Spring Concert 🎶🌸⁠ ⁠ What a gre

CCAH’s Spring Concert 🎶🌸⁠
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What a great turnout! This event was a great success! We were entertained by our best music program students and instructors from our Steelpan and Parang classes, along with our CCAH Steelband performance group at the Black Box Theatre.⁠
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#springconcert #caribbeanmusic #steelpan #parang #steelband

CCAH’s Community & Harmony Garden 🥕🍅⁠
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Our CCAH Community & Harmony Garden will be opening this June 13th for the 2025 season and free plots are still available. Please register if you are interested in managing a community plot or want to support us by volunteering at the garden.⁠
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#garden #communitygarden #harmony #gardening

Call for CCAH Board of Directors and Committee Mem

Call for CCAH Board of Directors and Committee Members!⁠
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Providing Afro Caribbean programming and services since 1977, The Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton programs and services are rooted in the history, art, literature and music of Black Afro Caribbean cultures and offered directly to children, youth, and older adults and indirectly through collaboration with ethno-cultural groups, institutions and the broader Halton community.⁠
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Interested in getting involved?⁠
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CCAH is currently seeking dedicated, collaborative, and forward-thinking individuals to join the Board of Directors and Board Committees. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to contribute your expertise and insights in support of cultural programs and services, and to help guide the growth of a dynamic community organization.⁠
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As a board member, you will:⁠
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Provide strategic guidance and oversight⁠
• Help shape our organization’s future⁠
• Collaborate with a dedicated team⁠
• Develop new skills and connections⁠
• Lead a committee (e.g. Audit and Finance, Fundraising and Events, Marketing and Communications, Programs) and actively contribute to its work.⁠
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We’re looking for individuals who have a passion for our mission and expertise in:⁠
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• Leadership and governance⁠
• Fundraising and Events⁠
• Marketing and Communications⁠
• Government Relations⁠
• Finance, Accounting, Strategic planning, Governance/HR⁠
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Commitment & Responsibilities:⁠
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• 2–3-year term for Board members⁠
• Monthly Board meetings (9 annually)⁠
• Bimonthly Committee meetings⁠
• Term begins July 2025 with duties beginning in September 2025⁠
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How to apply:⁠
Send letter of interest along with your CV to: dionne@ccah.ca by Jun 13th.⁠
Interviews will be conducted last week of June, with successful applicants appointed in July 2025.

CCAH’s Spring Concert 🎵🎶⁠ ⁠ Celebrate

CCAH’s Spring Concert 🎵🎶⁠
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Celebrate Caribbean culture and music at our annual spring concert. We will be entertained by our best music program students and instructors from our Steelpan and Parang classes, along with our CCAH Steelband performance group in the black box theatre on Sunday, June 8th at 1:30pm. Email info@ccah.ca to be a volunteer or to sponsor the event. Purchase your ticket with a $5 donation to CCAH children and youth programming.⁠
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#springconcert #concert #steelpan #parang #steelband

CCAH STUDENTS VISIT QUEEN’S PARK! Stephen Craw

CCAH STUDENTS VISIT QUEEN’S PARK!

Stephen Crawford and Effie Triantafilopoulos welcomed students from the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton to Queen’s Park! Thank You for supporting our student!

#community #harmony #education #diversity

CCAH Summer Day Camp! 😎 ☀️⁠ ⁠ Join Us A

CCAH Summer Day Camp! 😎 ☀️⁠
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Join Us At Summer Camp!⁠
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We are looking forward to welcoming new and returning campers to our popular Summer Day Camp Program. Enjoy unique arts and crafts, cooperative games and a variety of weekly cultural activities. The camp is open to children aged 6-12 from all backgrounds, with a focus on prioritizing families who are in need. Visit our website to register. ⁠
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#summercamp #daycamp #summerfun #community

CCAH Volunteer Makes a Big Impact!⁠ ⁠ We could

CCAH Volunteer Makes a Big Impact!⁠
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We couldn’t do what we do without the generous contribution of our youth volunteers. We especially want to give recognition this month to Colin Delevante who has faithfully volunteered his time and energy over several years to CCAH and locally in Oakville. As a testament of his contribution, Colin was recently the recipient of the Town of Oakville Youth Impact Award and we couldn’t be prouder. ⁠
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Congratulations Colin, we hope you continue to make an impact in the community. If you are interested in being a youth volunteer, contact us at info@ccah.ca⁠
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#volunteer #community #youth #youthimpact⁠

Become A Youth Leader! ⁠ ⁠ Are you between 12-

Become A Youth Leader! ⁠
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Are you between 12-15 years old? ⁠
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We are training the ambassadors for the future in our local communities. Join us at the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton this July and learn to lead and empower your peers and juniors as a camp counsellor and gain the confidence you need to succeed in your future endeavors. Visit our website to register. ⁠
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#leadershipintraining #LIT #camp #community

We are still buzzing from all of the excitement fr

We are still buzzing from all of the excitement from 2 weeks ago at our May Soirée!!!🌿🌿

Here’s some amazing photos from Vxsual Collective @vsxualcollective @enochoppong_ 📸

Do you see yourself in the photos? If so tag yourself and leave a comment about your experience!

#maysoirée #fundraiser #childandyouthprograms #harmony #gala #caribbeanculture

💐 Celebrating Mother's Day! 💐⁠ ⁠ To All

💐 Celebrating Mother's Day! 💐⁠
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To All the amazing Moms, we Love and Appreciate YOU 💛⁠
Today, AND, Everyday!⁠
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Wishing a Very Happy Mother's Day!⁠
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#happymothersday #MOM #appreciatemom #momlove

🌟 A Night to Remember – May Soirée 2025 🌟

🌟 A Night to Remember – May Soirée 2025 🌟
On behalf of the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton, thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening of unity, recognition, and celebration at our annual May Soirée!

From start to finish, the night was filled with joy, laughter, and pride. We were honoured by the presence of Mayor Rob Burton, whose thoughtful words reminded us of the power of community, and Dr. Rosemary Sadlier, whose remarks grounded the evening in history, legacy, and purpose.

The musical performance by the incomparable Eddie Bullen brought energy and elegance to the room—an unforgettable soundtrack to an unforgettable night. And of course, the delicious offerings from Open Appetite Catering elevated the entire experience. Their flavours brought everyone to the table—literally and figuratively. And the lively MC Lesley Ann Forbes kept us all entertained all evening.

🎉 A special congratulations to our 2025 award recipients, whose dedication and impact inspire us all:
🏅 Eileen Gallagher – for outstanding contributions to Education
🏅 Curtis Ennis – for leadership and service in the Community
🏅 Dennis Scott – for enriching our shared Culture
🏅 Keith Nakahara – for fostering Harmony in everything he does

This event is more than just a night out—it’s a celebration of Caribbean excellence in Halton and a reflection of the strength we build when we come together.

For everyone who attended we would appreciate it if you please take 20 seconds to complete our survey: https://forms.gle/E9TkofDyYJorXg1UA

#Maysoiree #fundraiser #gala #caribbeancuisine #caribbeanculture #harmony #childandyouthprograms

May Soirée 🌿 The Countdown is ON! Only 3 more

May Soirée 🌿
The Countdown is ON! Only 3 more days!! Be sure to get your tickets either online through our LinkinBio OR if you prefer to purchase with cash or cheque, just contact Richard Pinnock at richard@ccah.ca to make your ticket purchase arrangements.

We are excited to see everyone on Saturday!!

#fundraiser #gala #harmony #caribbeancuisine #caribbeanculture #childandyouthprograms

Congratulations to the 2025 CCAH 4 Pillars Award R

Congratulations to the 2025 CCAH 4 Pillars Award Recipients⁠
The Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton has selected the 2025 4 Pillars Award recipients who have demonstrated truly outstanding community leadership. ⁠
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The CCAH four pillars are: 1) Education, 2) Community, 3) Culture, and 4) Harmony.⁠
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Congratulations to our 2025 recipients:⁠
Eileen Gallaghar - Education⁠
Curtis Ennis - Community⁠
Dennis Scott - Culture⁠
Keith Nakahara - Harmony⁠
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Eileen Gallagher has worked with children and families at Milton Public Library for over 19 years, and for the past two, has had the privilege of serving as the Children’s Services Librarian.⁠

Curtis Ennis is the Director of Education for the Halton District School Board (HDSB), a role he was appointed to in 2021. Under his leadership, the Board launched a new Multi-Year Strategic Plan, setting direction and prioritizing collective actions for students, staff, families, and community members. Curtis is committed to building meaningful relationships, creating supportive learning environments, and positioning the HDSB as a destination of choice for students and educators. Curtis has built an impressive career in education, holding a variety of senior leadership roles within the Toronto District School Board—Canada’s largest school board—and serving as a Regional Manager with the Ontario Ministry of Education
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Dennis Scott is a Cultural Integrator and Chair of the Halton Black History Awareness Society which focuses on promoting inclusive, cultural, historical and community progression in the public and educational mindset. Dennis is a proprietor of Scott & Associates Consulting which specializes in Organizational Development, Executive and Leadership Coaching and Transition Management.⁠
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Sergeant Keith Nakahara has been a police officer with the Halton Regional Police Service for over 20 years and has worked in various areas within the Service, including Uniform Patrol, the District Response Unit (Traffic), the Regional Fraud Unit, the Intimate Partner Violence Unit, the Child Abuse & Sexual assault Unit, and most recently, the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Unit.⁠

Get your tickets see Linkinbio!
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🌿May Soirée 🌿 ~ Throw back to last year’

🌿May Soirée 🌿
~ Throw back to last year’s event! 📸 ⁠
Were you there? Comment on what you loved the most! ✨✨✨✨✨
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This Year’s Event is now only 5 days away! Be sure to get your tickets through our LinkIn Bio⁠. OR if you prefer to purchase with cash or cheque, just contact Richard Pinnock at richard@ccah.ca to make your ticket purchase arrangements.
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Join us as we create community harmony with a night of entertainment, cuisine and good vibes!⁠
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Dr. Rosemary Sadlier, Order of Ontario appointee and renowned diversity, inclusion, and equity consultant, social justice advocate, researcher, writer and international speaker, will be joining us as the keynote speaker.⁠
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Entertainment include Juno Award Winning jazz pianist, composer, arranger and producer Eddie Bullen @eddiebullen , and CCAH Steel Band music. Capping off the evening will be a fun night of dancing accompanied by DJ Glen Als.⁠
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A sumptuous Caribbean dinner specially prepared by Chef Garfield @garfieldhoustan , a Bottle of White and Red Wine at your table and complimentary Cocktail🍷🍸️⁠

We are honoured to have LESLEY ANN FORBES as our Emcee.⁠ @forbesvoiceover
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Awards Ceremony recognizing outstanding contribution to the Halton community.⁠
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Giveaways and Raffles.⁠
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$150 Individual | $1,300 Table of 10⁠
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Tickets are non-refundable. ⁠
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Dress Code: Traditional/Formal.⁠
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Interested in being a corporate sponsor? Email info@ccah.ca for details. ⁠
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#fundraisingevent #maysoiree #Harmony #caribbean #caribbeancuisine #gala #childandyouthprograms

A very big THANK YOU! To Shoppers Drug Mart, Oakvi

A very big THANK YOU! To Shoppers Drug Mart, Oakville Place for their continued support of our May Soirée!!⁠
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Just a reminder to Get Your Tickets! You can purchase online through the link in our LinkIn Bio. If you prefer to use cash or Cheque please contact us through our email info@ccah.ca or call us at 905-815-6184!⁠
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Looking forward to seeing everyone on May 3!!⁠
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#fundraiser #galaevent #sponsorshoutout #caribbeancuisine #harmony

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