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EMPOWERING SUCCESS

A Legacy of Leadership

Evolving from the Council of Nigerian Professionals to a unified voice for African excellence.

For over eight years, we have served as a catalyst for professional growth and community building. Today, the Council of African Professionals (CAP) expands that mandate, connecting talent across borders to Lead, Build, and Transform the African narrative in Canada.

 

OUR STRATEGIC PILLARS

Pathways to Impact

Youth & Leadership

The Next Generation

Empowering youth through our annual Essay Competition and Hackathon. We challenge young minds to define the future of "Leadership Intelligence."

Professional Growth

Executive Mentorship

Moving professionals from participation to leadership. Our mentorship tiers connect early-career talent with seasoned C-Suite executives.

Economic Power

Entrepreneurship

In partnership with FACE, we provide Black-owned businesses with critical access to capital, financial literacy, and business scaling support.

SAVE THE DATE

2026 Youth Summit & Awards

Join us for a day of innovation, presentations, and networking as we honor the next generation of leaders.

Atlantic Region

  • City: St. John, New Brunswick

  • Date: May 9th, 2026

  • Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

    • Ontario Region

  • City: Milton, Ontario

  • Date: June 27th, 2026

  • Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST

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    THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

    Driving the Conversation

    Real change requires real data. Explore our curated library of policy papers, community stories, and the Power of Inclusion archive. We are documenting the African experience in Canada to influence policy and drive economic equity.