Akoma

Akoma Akoma is a Black-led, Black-serving, registered charity, on 320 acres in the Preston Township PRIMARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
1.

VISION STATEMENT
The vision of the Akoma Family Centre is to provide services that enhance the health and well being of children, youth and families of the African Nova Scotian community. However, no child shall be denied services to Akoma by reason of race, colour, religion, national origin, or sex. To provide a safe and nurturing environment to siblings in the care of the province.
2. To provide

culturally appropriate programming.
3. To provide programs that enhance healthy development of children, youth and families.
4. To meet the needs of the resident as an individual.
5. To assist in the development of healthy relationships between the child and their family and with co-residents.
6. To develop partnerships that enhance services to African Nova Scotians and the general community.

On this day 105 years ago, the Nova Scotia Home for Colored Children was opened in the Preston Township. Government offi...
06/06/2026

On this day 105 years ago, the Nova Scotia Home for Colored Children was opened in the Preston Township. Government officials, dignitaries, and over 3,000 people came to the opening.

Today, the Home has been refurbished, renamed Kinney Place, and houses local Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving businesses and organizations, as part of Akoma Holdings plans to steward the land for the economic prosperity of the community.

You can read a timeline of the Home here https://akoma.ca/nshcc-history/

Reminder that in one week, Akoma Holdings will be holding a community session about the new housing they are buiding in ...
06/04/2026

Reminder that in one week, Akoma Holdings will be holding a community session about the new housing they are buiding in Lake Loon.
June 10 4 p.m., H.G. Bauld Centre.

Read the African Nova Scotia Housing Strategy to learn more about the importance of having housing for our community https://www.nsbchc.ca/

Happy International Children's Day from everyone at Akoma Family Centre! Learn more about the Akoma Family Centre https:...
06/01/2026

Happy International Children's Day from everyone at Akoma Family Centre! Learn more about the Akoma Family Centre https://akoma.ca/about-us/

While government and corporate support play a significant role in Akoma's growth, individual donors also play an importa...
05/30/2026

While government and corporate support play a significant role in Akoma's growth, individual donors also play an important role in the delivery of programs and services. This spring, a gift from the Alice Barber Fund — a private donor advised fund — helped make that possible.

"Farming and agriculture are an important part of African Nova Scotian history and the history of this property. We wanted to provide a small contribution to help purchase the tools and equipment needed to support the community gardeners and encourage food security and community engagement."

Thank you to the Alice Barber Fund for making a gift to Akoma Holdings. You can make a gift through your own donor advised fund, or gift of securities today online at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/akoma/

05/28/2026

Grab the popcorn, it's movie night! 🍿
Well, short video presentation night (still get a snack!) Four teens from our winter youth program, focusing on learning the skill of writing, filming, and producing videos, made this for Akoma!

A round of applause for our fabulous video makers:
Corvae Clayton
Jemma Bowers
Carlos McKinnion
Kimora Cain

and the Government of Nova Scotia (Youth Development Initiative Grant)

We are always building at Akoma! Want to be the first to know what's coming up next? Subscribe to our newsletter http:/...
05/27/2026

We are always building at Akoma! Want to be the first to know what's coming up next? Subscribe to our newsletter http://eepurl.com/hzVfyH 👈🏾

Each day we celebrate our child and youth care workers at the Akoma Family Centre. The world celebrates those who work i...
05/22/2026

Each day we celebrate our child and youth care workers at the Akoma Family Centre. The world celebrates those who work in this sector in May during International Child and Youth Care Week, May 4-10. Working in child and youth care is hard but rewarding work. Our staff are empathetic supporters, helpers, and advocates for those in our care.

Please join us in thanking our child and youth care workers by dropping a ❤️ below 👇🏾!

In Canada, May is Leave a Legacy Month. After you have taken care of your loved ones, please consider leaving a gift to ...
05/20/2026

In Canada, May is Leave a Legacy Month. After you have taken care of your loved ones, please consider leaving a gift to Akoma Holdings.

*Always speak with your financial advisor/lawyer.

Registered Name: Akoma Holdings Incorporated

Charitable No: 801919739RR0001

Akoma Holdings is holding an information session about Akoma Lake Loon! Come out and learn about this new community, whe...
05/19/2026

Akoma Holdings is holding an information session about Akoma Lake Loon! Come out and learn about this new community, when it will be available, and more!

Wednesday, June 10, 4 p.m., H.G. Bauld Centre - 35 Wilfred Jackson Way.

Please note this is an information session only. No applications will be done on site.

Located in Akoma Kinney Place - come have a fantastic meal!
05/11/2026

Located in Akoma Kinney Place - come have a fantastic meal!

Address

2 Drive Donald Skeir Way
Dartmouth, NS
B2W4X9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

902.434.0674

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