Afro-Caribbean Indigenous Food Bank 1st Anniversary Dinner

On February 7, 2026, Afro_caribbean Indigenous Food Bank 1st Anniversary Dinner was celebrated! It was also a celebration for Black History Month.

From their website: “The Afro-Caribbean Indigenous Food Bank in Edmonton serves as a vital resource for Afro-Caribbean, Black, indigenous and other minorities  communities, ensuring access to culturally appropriate and nutritious foods. By providing staples commonly used in Afro-Caribbean and Indigenous diets, we support Edmonton’s diverse communities in need. Our mission is to feed the community with the rich heritage of Afro-Caribbean and Indigenous cuisine, where no one is left behind.”

MC: Karen Richards @joyful_noise_entertainment

Partnerships

PASS – Prairie alliance for settlement and support, Bissell, Life Changers, Family Advancement Association, Th.I.N.K Meetups, MacEwan University, New Comer Centre, Edmonton Food Bank, & University of Alberta.

Special Thanks to 2025 ACFB Volunteers

Telus, RBC, & Signature Sage Events.

Gifts donated by 

The Melanin Studios, The Home Depot, & Watchmaker Law.

Sponsors

WAWT, Watchmaker Law, The Melanin Studios, Flourish Dental, Bois, Alberta Mortgage Solution, & Canadian Imperial Advantage.

Vendors

Photographer: FO Photography, Dessert Table: Deola’s Delights; Jananie Music and Art, Venue: Royal Palace, Leshan and Riwo from Melafrique, Jimena Balloon Artist.

Gifts that were donated

Hilton Hotel – Donated one night stay with breakfast

The Nod Movement – Donated a Nod Box

Councillours that were in attendance from the government of Alberta who donated the Painting 

Fantasy Land hotel donated Brunch for two at L2 Restaurant 

WAWT Donated 2 tickets to their Her Legacy Awards Gala

The Melanin Studios donated $350 gift card towards laser treatment.

Supporters 

Th.I.N.K. Meetups @thinkmeetups, Cariwest @Cariwestyeg, Life Changers @lifechangersedmonton, Food Plug Mart @thefoodplugca, Signature Sage Events @ signaturesageevents , & Neema Sip and Co  @Neemasipnco .