Empowering Black Entrepreneurs. Building Resilient Communities in BC and Beyond.
As a Black-led ecosystem organization, Black Buildup advances inclusive business growth for Black-owned and Black-serving ventures across British Columbia and Western Canada. We provide culturally responsive training, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and access to capital—helping entrepreneurs thrive while fostering economic empowerment and community strength.
Our Mission
Building Stronger Communities Through Leadership
Our impact speaks for itself. Join thousands of leaders who are making a difference in their communities.
Our Pillars Of Work
Our Pillars
Everything we do is built on these four foundational pillars that guide our mission to empower communities and shape leaders across Canada
Entrepreneurship & Growth
Tailored training, mentorship, and acceleration for Black-owned businesses—from startup to export.
Ecosystem & Partnerships
Collaborating with key intermediaries like ACBC, BWBN, and FACE to advance policy, capital access, and market opportunities.
Community & Leadership
Initiatives that build social cohesion, youth capacity, and economic well-being in Black communities across BC.
Research and data
Measure the impact of your interventions by generating, ananlyzing, and applying high-quality data specifically relevant to Black Canadian entrepreneurs in BC and Western Canada.
Featured Programs
Transformative Programs
Our comprehensive programs are design to meet the diverse needs of communities and learders at every level.
Leadership & Professional Development
Comprehensive training programs designed to develop essential leadership skills and professional capabilities.
- Executive Coaching
- Team Building
- Strategic Planning
- Communication Skills
Innovation & Technology
Cutting-edge programs that integrate technology solutions with community development initiatives.
- Digital Transformation
- Tech Innovation Labs
- Data-Driven Solutions
- Digital Literacy
Cultural Leadership & Advocacy
Programs focused on cultural competency, diversity, and inclusive leadership practices.
- Cultural Awareness
- Advocacy Training
- Community Organizing
- Social Justice
Entrepreneurship
the program supports Black Canadians from pre-launch to established growth by offering both foundational knowledge for new ventures and specialized guidance for accelerating existing ventures.
- Business Establishment & Operations
- Business Growth & Performance
- Personal & Professional Development
- Transition & Empowerment
Our Mission
Our Story, Our Mission
Blackbuildup was founded in 2021 to address the specific needs of Canadians while building bridges across diverse communities.
Our Mission
To empower Black-led and Black-serving organizations in British Columbia through comprehensive training, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem development—driving inclusive business growth, job creation, and social change.
Our Vision
A vibrant, self-sustaining Black entrepreneurship ecosystem in BC and Western Canada: innovative, interconnected, and community-driven, where every Black business has access to capital, markets, and support.
Our Impact
Our National Impact
Measuring the difference we’re making in communities across the country through data-driven insights.
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Our Mission
Voices of Change
Hear from the leaders who are making a difference in their communities every day.
Katie Mwangi
Community Organiser
The grant writing workshop conducted by Mr Bougep was educative and eye opening. I did not realise how many opprtunities I have missed because I wasn't aware on the right approach to grants.
Marcus Johnson
Youth Program Director
This program transformed how I approach leadership. The skills I gained have helped me build stronger partnerships and create real change in my neighborhood.
Christyn Efosi
Small Business Owner
Through this program, I learned to see my business as a community asset. We’ve since created jobs and partnerships that strengthen our entire distinct.
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