The British Columbia Black History Awareness Society celebrates the achievements of Black people in British Columbia by creating an awareness of their rich history in B.C., stimulating interest in the contributions of persons of African ancestry to the province and Canada, and celebrating historical and current achievements in the arts, education, government, sports, science and every field.

The non-profit society was formed in February 1994, continuing the work started by the British Columbia Black History Awareness Committee. The Society was registered as a charity with the Canada Revenue Agency effective in 2018.

The Society’s purpose is to:

To advance education by researching, documenting and disseminating information to the general public about the past, present and future contributions and achievements of Black people to British Columbia to increase understanding and awareness, promote diversity and overcome stereotypes;

To benefit the community by advancing knowledge, preservation, and displaying of items of historical significance concerning Black British Columbians;

To advance education by organizing and implementing conferences, workshops, presentations and cultural information programs to bring together diverse people within the public at large who have an interest in promoting, educating and learning about British Columbia and Canadian Black history and people;

To advance education by in British Columbia and Canada as part of developing an interest in their community and the world; and

To benefit the community through promoting racial diversity by offering education, assistance and opportunities for Black people in British Columbia who face unique social and economic barriers to incorporate into the multicultural society of Canada.