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UPCOMING EVENTS

Senior's Social Hour
Thursday May 26 @ 6PM

The Senior's Social Hour will be giving a workshop about gardening with our guest speaker Ira-Donedieu Kadende!
Click here to join the zoom

Omoluabi Youth Club
Friday, May 27 @ 6PM

​1356 Tecumseh Road West, Windsor
Starting Friday, May 27th The Omoluabi Youth Club!
Group starts 6PM at the BCCEEP centre.
Email info@ncceep.com for more information.

​Windsor Sokoni Monthly
May 28 2022 | Starts at 12PM

City Market | 1030 Walker Road, Windsor
​Sokoni Monthly is returning to the City Market after the amazing turn out last month! Come out and support these businesses!
B.E.P participants register below to attend.

Youth Justice Employment Workshop
Sunday May 29 2022 @ 2PM

​Mackenzie Hall Cultural Centre | 3277 Sandwich St West. Windsor
​Open to youth ages 12-18. Register by May 25th to save your spot!
This workshop will cover, preparing for an interview, resume writing, self-employment options, and more!
Click here to RSVP on Facebook

A Sound Mind: Men's Group Meeting
Sunday, May 29th, 2022 @ 2:30PM - 6PM

An in-person & virtual roundtable discussion to discuss matters that are important to you. Everyone will have an opportunity to share their thoughts and struggles and how we can help!
For further questions email asoundmind@ncceep.com

Past Events

Kitchener-Waterloo Sokoni Monthly
Saturday May 21st @ 2PM

RIM Park Complex - ​2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo
Come out and attend the KW Sokoni Monthly!
If you're in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, come support these  amazing Black businesses and shop at this one stop market event!
Free to attend.
Interested in promoting your business at the event? Register below!

Senior's Social Hour
Thursday May 19 @ 6PM

The Senior's Social Hour will be giving a workshop about how to use ZOOM.
Join us to learn the basic features and how to host your own meetings with your family and friends!
Click here to join the zoom

Senior's Social Hour
Thursday May 12 @ 6PM

This week's online meeting will have a special guest, Dr. Brock Van Dyke from Solid Foundation Chiropractic! He will be talking about the benefits
​of chiropractic care.

​Zoom Code: 907 740 7772

A Sound Mind: Mother's Day Celebration
Sunday May 8th @ 4PM - 6PM

Come out to the BCCEEP Centre, 1356 Tecumseh Road West, as we take this special day to celebrate moms! 
Food will be provided.
Zoom Code: 907 740 7772
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We're asking the youth to submit videos dedicated to their mother figures so that we may play them during the event! 
(Deadline to submit videos is May 6th)
Video submissions can be singing, dancing, reciting a poem, or just speaking kind words about their mother figure.

​SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
Monday May 2nd @ 6:30PM

We'll be hosting Abiola Afolabi the Executive Director of NCCEEP who will be presenting a workshop on Funding your Business - Grants, Loans and more!
These workshops are offered to the registered participants of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Program. ​

A Sound Mind: Men's Group Meeting
Sunday, May 1st, 2022 @ 2:30PM - 6PM

This week we're having a special 3-hour workshop on home maintenance. ​This workshop will teach you basic skills with an emphasis on working with drywall.
Tool kits will be provided for registered attendees (One per family) 
Meals will be provided as well.

Sokoni Monthly
Saturday, April 30th @ 2PM to 6PM

City Market | 1030 Walker Road, Windsor
Our Sokoni Monthly will be back in person on April 30th! Come out and network, shop and support our local businesses!
Free to attend!
B.E.P participants click here to register and promote your businesses!

​SOKONI B.E.P: Feedback Session
Monday April 25th @ 6:30PM

​Join us April 25th for an interactive feedback session and tell us how you feel about these workshops so far!
What types of topics would you like to see more of? Do you have suggestions on how they can improve? All questions are welcome!

​SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
Monday April 11th @ 6:30PM

We are excited to have Ayobami Ojo as a guest speaker! He is joining us via Zoom to discuss marketing strategies. 
Presented in both English and French. 
These workshops are offered to the registered participants of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Program. 

​SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
Monday April 4th @ 6:30PM

We are excited to have Neika Pryce as a guest speaker! She is joining us via Zoom to discuss mental health. 
Presented in both English and French. 
These workshops are offered to the registered participants of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Program. 

​SOKONI B.E.P Weekly Online Meeting
Monday March 28th  @ 6:30PM

We are excited to have Louis Fillion as a guest speaker! He is joining us via Zoom to continue his previous workshop on how to start and run a business in Canada. This workshop will be presented in both English and French. 
The Monday night meetings are offered to the registered participants of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Program. 

** Virtual SOKONI Monthly
Saturday March 26 @ 4PM to 5:30PM

Online VIA ZOOM
​**Event Update**
Due to unforeseen issues, this Saturday's Sokoni Monthly will be moving back online via ZOOM.
If your business would like to register with us for this month's event, please do so below. ​

Online Youth Justice Workshop:
Youth Mental Health & Career Placement

Friday March 22nd @ 6PM

This workshop, geared for youth ages 12-18,  will include a career placement exam and provides an introduction to the basic skills needed to help youth deal with the stress surrounding school and preparing for ones future.  
Youth will be introduced to different ways to deal with and manage increased levels of stress and anxiety and is intended to strengthen their social and emotional skills and create mental health strategies to help youth strive.

SOKONI B.E.P Weekly Online Meeting
Monday March 21st  @ 6:30PM

We are excited to have Victoria Rubio as a guest speaker! She is joining us via Zoom to discuss the tips and tricks for creating an online presence for your businesses! This seminar is taking place at 6:30pm and will be presented in both English and French. 
The Monday night meetings are offered to the registered participants of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Program. 

A Sound Mind: March Break Activities
Tuesday March 15th, 2022 - Friday March 18th, 2022

Announcing the March Break Activities for March Break 2022. The week's events will begin on Tuesday March 15th and go till March 18th. We have events ranging from Zap zone to Movie Day. If your child would like to join, please register them below.
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This week's events are funded by the Ontario Government through our Innovative Support for Black Parents Program.

If you have further questions or concerns email j.owen@ncceep.com or ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com

4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt. 3
Tuesday March 15th @ 6PM - 8PM

Join us online for Part 3 of the BHM Event! The 2022 theme for Black History Month in Canada is “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History Today and Every Day" and now we've stretched the final part of our annual event into March!
We will be showing more fun and informative presentations, more videos exploring our Black culture, and we will set aside a segment to encourage our SOKONI B.E.P entrepreneurs to talk about their businesses and promote their online platforms.

4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt. 2
Saturday March 12th @ 12PM

For Part 2, we have planned our annual tours of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum, the Amherstburg First Baptist Church, and a virtual tour of the John Freeman Walls Historic Site. We will have a Q and A session with Dr. Brian Walls after the virtual tour. Those on the physical tour will have lunch and watch the virtual tour at the Amherstburg First Baptist Church.
The virtual tour Zoom link will be sent to those who respond 'Going' on the Facebook event page linked below.

4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt 1
Sunday March 6th @ 3PM

Please join us to celebrate our 4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month! Part 1 will be by Zoom with presentations on Black History, poetry, music/drumming, featuring information sessions with black businesses within Ontario.
The zoom link will be sent to those who respond 'Going' to the Facebook event page linked below.

Youth Justice Workshop: Environmental Justice ​& Social Understanding w/ a special Kahoot Trivia

March 4, 2022 @ 6PM
Zoom link to event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9077407772
Today's young leaders care about preserving and protecting the environment and every day we learn just how important it is to live harmoniously with the world around us. 
The Youth Justice Workshop on Environmental Justice and Social Understanding will teach youth important life lessons and skills such as how to preserve and respect our natural habitat and how to make ethical life choices such as avoiding fast fashion trends and reducing waste.  
The workshop will also include a Kahoot Trivia, where youth can win great prizes. (You must register for the workshop in advance to be eligible for a prize)

Virtual Seniors Active Living Fair
Thursday FEB 10th @ 6PM - 7:30PM & Friday FEB 11th @ 5:30PM - 7PM

Join us on ZOOM for a 2 day event to learn about healthy eating habits and cooking skills demonstrated by live with our guest Chef. Sign up in advance by emailing j.owen@nceep.com

Virtual Africana/ Virtuelle Africana
January 29th @ 3PM - 6PM & January 30th @ 4PM - 6PM

Our annual Africana event is being held online, so join us as we celebrate African history, culture, traditions and even a few live performances!

SOKONI Virtual Market
​​Saturday January 29th 2022 @ 3PM - 6PM

This month we have chosen to move our SOKONI Market event online. Businesses will be able to discuss their products or services, and also network with each other and the community.

SOKONI B.E.E.P Weekly Meeting
Monday January 10th 2022 @6:30PM

​Hello entrepreneurs and future entrepreneurs, we will be continuing our weekly Monday meetings. The SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Program (SOKONI B.E.E.P) is designed to give needed support to launch, promote or/and grow your business. Please click here to register your business and join the discussion! SOKONI B.E.E.P is funded by the Government of Canada, so ALL the services
are FREE!

SOKONI Daily Marketplace - Feat. Fusion Juice
Jan 6th 2022 @ 11AM-2PM

The SOKONI DAILY will be featuring Fusion Juices by Telishia Hurst on Thursday Jan 6 2022. Please let us support this business by buying from her and sharing her flyer. We encourage people to try and order in advance. Thanks.

SOKONI Daily Marketplace - Feat. GMA's Sweets
Jan 6th 2022 @ 11AM-2PM

The SOKONI DAILY will be featuring GMA's SWEETS by Yvette Hurst on Thursday Jan 6 2022. Please let us support this business by buying from her and sharing her flyer. We encourage people to try and order in advance. Thanks.

SOKONI Daily Marketplace - Feat. Burundian Cooking
Dec 19th 2021 @ 1PM - 6PM

The Sokoni Take out restaurant will be featuring Burundian Cuisine by Ida Kadende on Sunday, she was at the Taste of Africa and the Diaspora last Saturday. Please let us support this business by buying from her and sharing her flyer. We encourage people to try and order in advance. Thanks.

SOKONI Daily Marketplace - Feat. Kiixg's Kitchen
Dec 17th 2021 @ 11AM - 2PM
Come out to 3170 Walker Road and enjoy the delicious, organic, and oven-baked
chicken wings being served by Kiixg's Kitchen! No oil, never deep fried, but always tasty!
Click here to check out the menu and pre order now!​
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SOKONI TASTE OF AFRICA
December 11th, 2021 @ 3PM - 6PM
Join us Saturday December 11th 2021 for our first physical market.
Businesses will present their products and also network with each other and the community. We plan on having the SOKONI physical markets every second Saturday of the month.
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New Horizons for Seniors Program
Every Thursday at 6pm until November 2021

Join us at 6pm every Thursday for our "Talk and Do Time with Our Seniors".
This event will include story time, crafting, and exercises. 

We plan on having monthly seminars to address issues that matter most
​ to seniors. Seminars may include Internet Safety, and Healthy Cooking. 

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A Sound Mind: International Men's Day
November 19th, 2021 @ 6:30PM

Please join us today to appreciate and celebrate our men.
​Also, please bring your corniest dad jokes. See you all there!

Sokoni B.E.E.P Virtual Launch

November 5th, 2021 @ 6PM
A soft launch of the SOKONI Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Program. The new staff members working in the program will be introduced as well as an introduction FROM YOU ALL, the entrepreneurs interested in working with us!
We are looking forward to building each other up and achieving great successes!
A Sound Mind: Dad's Group Meeting
Sunday, October 31, 2021 @ 2:30PM
An in-person & virtual roundtable discussion to discuss matters that are important to you. Everyone will have an opportunity to share their thoughts and struggles and how we can help!
Remember to wear your mask if you attend the church!

Apple Picking at Wagner Orchards & Estate Winery
October 9th, 2021 @ 10AM

Our annual Apple picking event is October 9th. ​All are encouraged to join with family and friends, NCCEEP can assist with transportation for those who need rides especially our seniors. We will also supply refreshments and drinks. Please check Wagner's website for more details http://www.wagnerorchards.com/ecom.asp

NCCEEP Annual General Meeting
Sunday, September 26th, 2021 @ 4:30PM

The  Annual General Meeting for the Nigerian Canadians for Cultural, Educational and Economic Progress (NCCEEP) will take place Sunday, September 26th @ 4:30pm. 
​
Please register in advance at: ​https://forms.gle/TScpuEyfRgJfEGyf8  
The agenda and meeting documents will be sent to those who register in advance.  
​
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there! 

Back to School Picnic
September 4th, 2021 @ 2PM

Join NCCEEP for a  Back to School Picnic and School Supply giveaway the weekend before school starts, Saturday, Sept 4th @ 2pm at the Jackson Park Splash Pad located at 125 Tecumseh Road East, Windsor On. 
We will be serving food and offering limited school supplies, so come out and enjoy the last few moments of summer with NCCEEP. 
Youth are encouraged to register in advance at  https://forms.gle/FoT1ubn42E9KysBAA
*Supplies are limited

Youth Financial Literacy Class
With A Special Kahoot Trivia
​August 20th, 2021 @ 6PM

​Learn how to set goals, budget, save and more at NCCEEP's A Sound Mind Youth Financial Literacy Class.
Lead by Financial Educator Rudy Tull, youth can learn how to manage their allowances and part-time jobs and start saving for their future.
The event will include a Kahoot Trivia quiz where youth can test their knowledge before AND after the class!
Please register in advance at: https://forms.gle/NzkoioQjrWttKTy39
Date: Friday August 20th at 6:00pm
Location: Online
If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com.
Funding for A Sound Mind program is provided by the Government of Ontario.

A Sound Mind: Youth Trivia Night
August 6th, 2021 @ 6:30PM

Come join us Friday August 6th at 6:30pm for our second Youth Trivia night.
All youth are welcome and are encouraged to invite their friends. 
Please register in advance to be eligible to win prizes awarded for each age group, 8-10, 11-13, 14-16.  
Youth Registration form:  https://forms.gle/NzkoioQjrWttKTy39
Trivia topics include Pop Culture, Healthy Practices, Sports, Science, and Tech. 
If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com. 
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9077407772
See you all there!

A Sound Mind: Father's Day Celebration
June 20th, 2021 @ 3PM

Since many people are staying home to stay safe, NCCEEP is inviting you to celebrate Father’s Day with us June 20th at 3pm on Zoom. This one hour event will be jam packed with a guest speaker, poetry readings and a slideshow, all dedicated to the special Father’s in our lives. Submit a photo to ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com of you and your Dad by June 13th to be part of the Father’s Day slideshow. There will also be a youth poetry contest, see below for details.
Rules for the poetry contest
  • Open to youth ages 7-18
  • Must be haiku poem
  • Poems must be submitted by June 18th, 2021
  • Submit poems to ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com
Rules for writing haiku:
  • Haiku uses just a few words to capture a moment and create a picture in the reader's mind. It is like a tiny window into a scene much larger than itself.
  • There are no more than 17 syllables in total.
  • Haiku is composed of only 3 lines.
  • Typically, every first line of Haiku has 5 syllables, the second line has 7 syllables, and the third has 5 syllables.
  • For more information, visit: https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Haiku-Poem

A Sound Mind: Men's Group Meeting
June 26th, 2021 @ 7PM

​Join us the last Saturday of every month at
​ 7pm for the Men's Group Meeting.  ​
Time: June 26, 2021 @7 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Let us know what topics you would like discussed by
​filling out a short questionnaire: 
https://forms.gle/xA9YD4DwyZJKPtCA9

A Sound Mind: Virtual Mother's Day
May 9th, 2021 @ 3pm 

Virtual Mother's Day is all about being grateful to our mothers. It is celebrating love, happiness and making memories. This years event will be on ZOOM, please contact ncceepwindsor@hotmail.com for the link. 
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La fête des Mères en ligne consiste à être reconnaissant envers nos mamans. C'est célébrer l'amour, le bonheur et créer des souvenirs. L'événement aura lieu en ligne sur l'application Zoom. Veuillez - nous contacter pour le lien. 

3rd Annual Black History Month Celebration
March 9th and 10th 2021 @ 6pm​

The Omoluabi Black History Month Event celebrates Black History based on the principles of Omoluabi (Click here to learn about Omoluabi)
This years celebration will be held virtually over 2 days.
Day ONE features virtual tours of the Freedom Museum and the John Freeman Walls Historic Site.
Day TWO is a zoom event loaded with information, and entertainment and the recognition of our sponsors.
This event is free, thanks to the funding from the Government of Canada, Department of Canadian Heritage and donations from local small businesses in the Windsor-Essex Community. 

2022

May 08 ASM: Mother's Day Celebration
May 02 SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
May 01 ASM: Men's Group Meeting
April 30 Sokoni Monthly - Windsor
April 25 SOKONI B.E.P: Feedback Session
April 11 SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
April 04 SOKONI B.E.P Online Workshop
March 28 SOKONI B.E.P Weekly Online Meeting
March 26 Virtual SOKONI Monthly
March 22 Online Youth Justice Workshop: Youth Mental Health & Career Placement
March 21 SOKONI B.E.P Weekly Online Meeting
March 18 ASM: March Break Activities
March 17 ASM: March Break Activities
March 16 ASM: March Break Activities
March 15 ASM: March Break Activities
March 15 4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt. 3
​March 12 4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt. 2
March 06 4th Annual Omoluabi Black History Month Pt 1
March 04 Youth Justice Workshop: Environmental Justice & Social Understanding
February 11 Virtual Seniors Active Living Fair
February 10 Virtual Seniors Active Living Fair
January 30 Virtual Africana (With BCCEEP)
January 29 Virtual Africana (With BCCEEP)
January 29 SOKONI Virtual Market
January 10 SOKONI B.E.E.P Weekly Meeting
January 06 SOKONI Daily Market Feat. GMA's Sweets
​January 06 SOKONI Daily Market Feat. Fusion Juices
2021
December 19 SOKONI Daily Market Feat. Burundian Cuisine
December 17 SOKONI Daily Market Feat. Kiixg's Kitchen
December 11 SOKONI Marketplace: Taste of Africa
November 19 ASM: International Men's Day
November 05 SOKONI B.E.E.P Virtual Launch
October 31 ASM: Dad's Group Meeting
October 22 ASM: Youth Trivia Night
October 09 Apple Picking at Wagner Orchards & Estate Winery
October 01 Senior’s Virtual Celebration
September 26 NCCEEP Annual General Meeting
September 04 Back To School Picnic
August 20 ASM: Youth Financial Literacy Class
August 06 ASM: Youth Trivia Night
July 09 ASM: Youth Trivia Night
June 26 Men's Group Meeting
June 24 We Love Our Seniors
June 20 Virtual Father’s Day Celebration
May 29 ASM: Men’s Group Meeting
May 09 Virtual Mother's Day
April 29 New Horizons: Talk & Do Time with African Seniors
April 25 Omoluabi Talent Show
March 27 ASM: Dad’s Group Meeting
March 25 ASM: Parenting In Ontario - Online Event
March 09 3RD Annual Omoluabi Black History Month - Online Event
​January 14 Cooking Class with Chef Tammy - Online Event

2020

October 23 Virtual Africana - Online Event
October 07 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
September 30 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
September 29 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
September 03 C.E.R.P: Free Hot Meals
August 31 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
August 29 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
August 27 C.E.R.P: Mental Health Workshop - Online Event
​August 26 C.E.R.P: Free Grocery Pickup
August 24 C.E.R.P: Low Intensity Exercise Class - Online Event
August 17 Covid-19 Emergency Response Program(C.E.R.P): Financial Literacy Workshop - Online Event
June 21 Father's Day Celebration - Online Event
May 10 Virtual Mother's Day - Online Event
February 28 Omoluabi: Black Month History Event
January 12 Seniors Celebration
2019
December 15    4th Annual Taste of Nigeria
November 22   Tea Time with African Seniors
Oct 5 4th Annual NCCEEP Apple Picking Event 
​October 20 ​3rd Annual African Cultural Show​
​September 21 WEBSA: Tea Time with African Seniors
​June 15 WEBSA: Tea Time with African Seniors
​​July 13 WEBSA: Tea Time with African Seniors
June 09 Sullivan Relationship Workshop
​April 29 Annual NCCEEP Meeting
​March 14 ASM: March Break Bowling
​February 20 Omoluabi: Games Night
​February 16 Omoluabi: Black History Month Event
January 06  Seniors' New Year Party
2018
December 02 3rd Annual Taste of Nigeria
November 10 Black Seniors' Celebration
November 10 Omoluabi: The Grand Finale of Violence Prevention Campaign Initiative
​September 29 Leadership and Financial Literacy Workshops
​September 15 ASM: Relationship Coaching Clinic
​September 12 ASM: Introductory Relationship Coach
September 08 ​Omoluabi: "Back to School"/"La Rentrée de Classe"
September 01 ​Trip to Point Pelee/Voyage pour Point Pelee
August 11 Tea Time with African Seniors
July 25 ​Omoluabi Newspaper Launch
​July 14 ASM: Parenting in Ontario
July 14 Sokoni Market Live
July 01  Canada Day Parade
June 24 2nd Annual African Culture Show
May 20 Sokoni Market Live
April 27 A Sound Mind Launch
March 18 Sokoni Market Live
​February 17 ​African Seniors' Brunch
2017
December 10 2nd Annual Taste of Nigeria *formerly WaZoBia
October 19 Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at 9th Annual Banquet
September 30 NCCEEP Apple Picking
​September 29 Working in Canada as an International Student
September 23 Small Business Expo
August 05 20 Years with the Spirit of Harriet Tubman
July 09 ​African Culture Show
June 07 June Painting Workshop
May 29 Fundraiser
​February 04 Black History Month Tour & Lunch
December 04 WaZoBia Holiday Celebration
October 30 Lucky Itegie's Memorial Service
October 29 NCCEEP Apple Picking
2016
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