AfroCulture Initiative

06/03/2026

Threads of Wisdom Part 1 - May 17th, 2026

Strategy, laughter, and wisdom in action!

Watch the highlights from our African Board Games session at Threads of Wisdom: Intergenerational Knowledge Exchange.

What began as a game quickly became an opportunity for connection, learning, and shared experiences. Seniors passed down traditional knowledge and cultural values, while youth embraced the challenge, excitement, and lessons embedded within these timeless African games.

Beyond the fun, these activities help reduce social isolation among seniors, stimulate cognitive engagement, promote mental wellness, and strengthen bonds between generations.

Because sometimes the greatest lessons are learned around a game board.

Enjoy the highlights!

06/03/2026

Threads of Wisdom Part 1 - May 17, 2026

Strategy, laughter, and wisdom in action.

Our African Board Games session brought generations together around the table to learn, play, and connect through traditional African games.

More than just entertainment, these games encourage critical thinking, memory, communication, and cultural learning. Seniors shared knowledge of traditional games while youth eagerly embraced the opportunity to learn and engage.

The result? New friendships, stronger community bonds, reduced social isolation, and meaningful intergenerational exchange.

Sometimes the most powerful lessons are learned through play.

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Threads of Wisdom Part 1 -May 17th, 2026

Our Tie & Dye session brought together seniors, youth, and families in a vibrant celebration of culture, colour, and intergenerational connection.

As participants explored traditional textile arts, they shared stories, skills, and laughter while creating unique designs. The activity encouraged self-expression, stimulated creativity, and provided a welcoming space for meaningful social interaction.

Moments like these help combat social isolation, support mental wellness, and ensure valuable cultural knowledge is passed from one generation to the next.

Creating art. Creating memories. Creating community.

06/01/2026

Threads of Wisdom Part 1, May 17th, 2026

Seniors’ bead making program and intergenerational knowledge transfer activities, this all together reduces social isolation, and encourages mental wellness.

Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.

06/01/2026

Threads of Wisdom Part 1.

We officially launched our Threads of Wisdom program on the 17th of May, 2026.

Every bead tells a story.
History was made at Threads of Wisdom, as our seniors and youth came together through the timeless art of bead making, sharing creativity, culture, and conversation one bead at a time.

Beyond creating beautiful pieces, participants built meaningful connections, exchanged life experiences, and strengthened bonds across generations. Activities like these help reduce social isolation among seniors, promote mental wellness, and create opportunities for youth to learn directly from the wisdom and experiences of older generations.

Because when generations create together, communities grow stronger together.

Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.

06/01/2026

Celebrate Canada’s Diversity Through Music, Culture & Rhythm!

Join us for Voices and Rhythms of Canada, a vibrant Multicultural Day Celebration bringing together communities, cultures, and traditions from around the world.

📅 June 28, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Elmwood Hall, Jim Durrell Recreation Centre, Ottawa
🎟️ FREE Admission

Register now: https://forms.gle/j55ef2xpKBCgTjYg9

Come experience the sounds, stories, dances, and rhythms that make Canada beautifully multicultural. Bring your family and friends, we look forward to celebrating with you!

Proudly supported by Canadian Heritage

05/28/2026

Multicultural Kick-Off 2026

The countdown begins!
Get ready for an exciting celebration of culture, unity, diversity, and community through the beautiful game of soccer!

Join us for Multicultural Kick-Off 2026 as teams from different cultural backgrounds come together to celebrate Canada’s multicultural spirit!

Date : June 27, 2026
Time : 9am - 12 noon
Venue : Ben Franklin Park East, Ottawa

Let’s kick off multicultural weekend with energy, connection, and unforgettable moments! Proudly supported by Canadian Heritage

05/23/2026

What an inspiring and impactful journey it continues to be!

Our recent Cultivating Legacy sessions brought together passionate Black youth and emerging Black artists for engaging conversations, hands-on learning, creativity, mentorship, and community connection. From grant writing and fundraising to arts project management and leadership development, participants continue to gain valuable tools to transform their ideas into sustainable community impact.

The energy, collaboration, and creativity captured in these highlights truly reflect the heart of the program, empowering the next generation of leaders, storytellers, and changemakers.

A huge thank you to all our facilitators, participants, mentors, and supporters who continue to make this initiative meaningful and transformative.

Special appreciation to the City of Ottawa for sponsoring and supporting this important initiative.

Watch the highlights and celebrate the journey with us!