National Association of
Bahamians in Canada
& Friends of The Bahamas
About
The National Association of Bahamians in Canada (NABC) is a not-for-profit organization that was founded in 1980 as the Association of Bahamians in Canada (ABC). NABC hosts a variety of events, including social events, fundraisers, information sessions, disaster relief, etc. aimed at promoting Bahamian culture and supporting the Bahamian diaspora in Canada as well as Bahamians in the Bahamas. NABC is made up of Bahamians, their descendants, family members, friends and other supporters who wish to further our mission and objectives.
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NABC is currently not a registered charity, however we have specific charitable causes, especially around disaster support and relief for Bahamians.
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​NABC is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, but seeks to bring together Bahamians from all over Canada with a mix of Toronto-based events, local events in different parts of Canada and virtual events catering to anyone with an internet connection.
Ways to support NABC
Our Mission
The Association provides a forum for persons of The Bahamian diaspora and friends of The Bahamas to collectively support social and charitable programs for benefit of the Bahamian community that resides within Canada.
Key charitable purposes are:
1) Supporting the educational advancement of Bahamian students studying within Canadian universities/colleges.
2) Facilitating disaster resiliency programs (given The Bahamas' geographical location and disposition to effects of natural disasters i.e. hurricanes)
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3) To share Bahamian culture with Canadians.
Our Objectives
1) To project a positive image of The Bahamas/Bahamians.
2) To maintain a strong and vibrant network that recognizes and fosters memberships’ entrepreneurship, education, development and cultural awareness.
3) To take an active and unbiased interest in cultural, social and civic activities that promote and benefit The Bahamas and Bahamians, including the diaspora represented in Canada
4) To support the educational advancement of Bahamian students studying within Canadian universities/colleges
5) To facilitate disaster resiliency programs (given The Bahamas' geographical location and disposition to effects of natural disasters i.e. Hurricanes)