About us
Mission, vision, values
& objectives
Mission
Preserve and promote the cultural and artistic heritage of black communities through innovation and intercultural exchange.
Vision
To be an inclusive cultural home and a leading destination for black communities, as well as a place for sharing with cultures from around the world.
Objectives
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Set up a home for the cultural and artistic expression of black communities.
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Create a creative hub that meets the unique needs of artists and cultural operators of African descent, as well as black-led cultural organizations serving black populations.
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To serve as an innovation hub for Black culture and art, generating a new market and contributing to the expansion of the creative economy of Quebec and Canada.
04 04
Encourage and mentor young people, especially those from disadvantaged or marginalized backgrounds, to express themselves through art and take an interest in Afro culture and the arts.
05 05
Serve as a collaborative space with other local, national and international institutions (museums, cultural centers, foundations, universities, etc.) to engage and attract new audiences with a growing interest in diversity in the cultural and artistic milieu.
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Work in partnership with cultural organizations and operators to develop innovative programming that meets the public's expectations of cultural authenticity, integrity and fidelity.
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Position the city of Montreal as the Canadian destination of choice for Canadian and international artists and tourists for Afro art and culture.
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To support and create employment opportunities for artists, intellectuals and cultural operators of African descent, while contributing to the expansion of the market economy.
Values
The organizational values favored by CCAM are essential benchmarks that condition our attitudes and behavior, and guide our decisions. They reflect who we are and who we want to be.
LEGACY
At CCAM, we believe that each generation has an obligation to do better than the one that preceded it, and to leave society and the generations that follow a legacy that serves as an anchor and helps preserve the collective memory. The existence of the CCAM and its dedication to innovation and creation are part of the recognition and acceptance of our mission in life.
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AUDACE
At CCAM, we believe that audacity is the driving force behind progress and innovation. It drives us to maximize our cultural and social impact, to explore new avenues for promoting the richness of Afro-Canadian cultures, and to broaden our horizons both nationally and internationally. both nationally and internationally. This commitment is reflected in our desire to offer unprecedented opportunities to the artists and communities we serve.
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INCLUSION
At CCAM, we believe that inclusion is not a one-way street. As an institution created and run by leaders from a historically marginalized group, we believe we have a duty to showcase the full diversity that makes our communities so rich. We believe that the relevance and longevity of CCAM lies in its ability to be, above all, a space that brings people together.
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RESPONSIBILITY
CCAM is committed to acting responsibly by considering every decision with a view to long-term sustainability. This commitment translates into the creation of lasting social impacts, the sustainability of our corporate project and the adoption of environmentally-friendly practices. Acting responsibly also means adopting governance and management practices characterized by rigor, discernment, transparency and agility in the service of our mission.
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