Hello Community, The past few weeks have brought us heartbreaking news on a mass burial site at a residential school for up to 215 Indigenous children in Kamloops BC, and […]
ABOUT THE CCAWR
The Caribbean Canadian Association of Waterloo Region is a non-profit organization serving Waterloo Region’s Caribbean community. Organized in 1975, we are committed to strengthening and enhancing the quality of life of families and individuals by providing culturally sensitive programs, support, resources, education and training.
The CCAWR aims to promote the social, cultural and economic interests of, and advocate for, the Caribbean community in the Region of Waterloo.
Our Events
PERSONS OF DISTINCTION
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
FAMILY BRUNCH
AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Words of Inspiration
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.”
“I look to a day when people will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.”
In Focus
July-04-2021 Hello Community, The deadline for our CCAWR scholarship applications is approaching fast! We wanted to remind everyone that scholarships are available from $1500 to $3000 this year, and the […]
Hello Community, The recent eruptions of the La Soufrière volcano on the island of St. Vincent has caused thousands of persons to be displaced, under emergency evacuation orders from the […]
April 7, 2021
CCAWR Scholarships – Now Open for 2021
April-04-2021 The CCAWR scholarship program had a successful year and continues to grow from strength to strength. Last year, despite the challenges of COVID-19, a record number of scholarships were […]
March 28, 2021
Announcing the CCAWR Incubator Program (Liftoff)
Waterloo Region has one of the world’s fastest-growing tech sectors and the world’s second-highest start-up density after Silicon Valley*. The Region of Waterloo and surrounding areas are known for innovation […]
March 6, 2021
COVID-19 And The Importance Of Vaccinations
Hello Community! COVID-19 has impacted the health of Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Colour (BIPOC) to a much greater degree than the rest of the population. As a result, there are specific initiatives underway at […]
The CCAWR, BrainSTEM Alliance and the Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum will be hosting a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) Day for Black students in the Region of Waterloo on […]
February 1, 2021
Happy Black History Month!
The CCAWR, its sponsors and partners, greeted Black History Month 2021 Waterloo Region with a virtual Launch event on January 30th and 31st. The theme of the event was “Celebrate. Educate. Advocate.” Hosted […]
December 23, 2020
Season’s Greetings!
Hello Community, This holiday season will have special meaning for us all, as we fellowship with family and friends, guided by our concerns for everyone’s health and wellbeing. Christmas cards […]
November 14, 2020
Create the Future: Consider Running for Political Office
Hello Community, “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln The CCAWR’s Mission and Vision are, respectively: “To promote the social, cultural […]
News You Can Use
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Region of Waterloo COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-Registration
Check this site often as details change regularly.
Pre-registration is only for eligible groups. The fastest way to receive an appointment is to provide an email or text (mobile phone number) when you pre-register. It may take 4-6 weeks to be contacted for an appointment.
https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/covid-19-vaccination-pre-registration.aspx
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Select Rexall Pharmacies COVID-19 Vaccination Waitlist
Check this site often as details change regularly.
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Select Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacies COVID-19 Vaccination Waitlist
Check this site often as details change regularly.
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2021 CCAWR Scholarship Poster
Click to see our latest Scholarship Poster
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New Innovation Hub to Help Black Entrepreneurs Grow Business
Black entrepreneurs can feel discouraged without peer mentorship, says Vincent Bowry.
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WRDSB Students’ Return to School in September 2021
Information on Learning At School (In-Person) for the Full Year and Learning At Home (Remote) for the Full Year for the Waterloo Region District School Board.
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WRDSB System Navigator Form
African, Caribbean and Black identifying students and families who wish to access the System Navigator Anti-Black Racism support should complete the System Navigator Form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfz2mTSBFMz_Oq4BSFR-WQVpKdCsrWbKJljzJ25gZ0HSsvUmA/viewform
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$221 Million in Loans for Black Entrepreneurs
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/trudeau-black-entrepreneurs-1.5717297
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Summer Intern, Waterloo Region Black Innovation Centre
The CCAWR has secured funding for two (2) summer interns for Summer 2021, in support of the development of the Waterloo Region Black Innovation Centre.
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Scholarships Recognize Achievements of Black Students – Waterloo Record Article!
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Words of advice and inspiration from young people in Waterloo region who won this year’s Awards of Excellence
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Hire BIPOC
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Region Announces Members of Anti-Racism Advisory Working Group
Our Partners & Sponsors
