The Jamaican
Canadian Association is an incorporated, non-profit charitable
organization, whose mission is to uphold Jamaica’s
Motto “Out of Many, One People”, and in
so doing maintain and support the cultural heritages
of Jamaicans in the Diaspora.
JCA operates under the following Core Principles: Respect Dignity
Cohesiveness Excellence
in Service Visibility
Furthermore, the organization aims to improve life
for Caribbean people of all heritages, people of African
descent, as well as others who subscribe to our goals
and objectives.
To achieve this, we...
Provide social and cultural programmes
for the community.
Offer a wide range of culturally
sensitive services, which support the diverse needs
of our constituency, especially, youth.
Advocate on behalf of the diverse
community on various economic, social, political,
educational, and other relevant issues.
Promote the personal growth and
professional development of our members, staff, volunteers
and Board of Directors.
Our Vision:
“JCA will be a leading voice on the social, political,
economic and cultural issues impacting Jamaicans, African
Canadians and people of Caribbean Descent in Canada;
and promoting the improvement of their quality of life.”
Respect