Welcome to the Affordable Housing Conference & Strategy Meetings for Black Communities (AHCBC)
Forward the momentum of the recognition of Black History Month in North America by coming together to network and drive positive change for all, at the upcoming Affordable Housing Conference & Strategy Meetings for Black Communities across multiple continents.
Registration is now open for this premier conference & professional development!
The Affordable Housing Conference for Black Communities (AHCBC) promise an exhilarating gathering of local and international attendees working to strengthen the foundation and improve the sustainability of interconnected Black Communities across the globe.
The 3-day Conference promises an exhilarating gathering of local and international attendees, Dignitaries, Chiefs, industry professional and community leaders working to strengthen the foundation and improve the sustainability of Black Communities in Canada, U.S.A and across the world.
Registered attendees will enjoy a motivational team building Day 4 & 5 Friday February 27 and Saturday February 28 with our Community Day 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament with Celebrity Guest and Black History Month Celebrations to help you celebrate with a marketplace, speakers, live music and entertainment, you don’t want to miss!
Registration Now Open!
Businesses and Organizations can now sign-up for the upcoming 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament featuring Celebrity Guest in the selected divisions and the Black History Month Celebrations Market
Location
The Affordable Housing Conference & Strategy Meetings for Black Communities will be hosted in Calgary and Banff, Alberta. Located “within the present-day territories of the Treaty 6, 7, and 8, First Nations as well as the Métis Homeland”, the agenda is culturally enriched and pays tribute to rich Indigenous Heritage within its territories.
The 3 Day Conference & Strategy meetings will be hosted in downtown Calgary, Alberta home of the Calgary Stampede, known as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”! With the secondary professional development field trip in Banff, Alberta. Banff National Park is “Canada’s first national park and the flagship of the nation’s park system” located 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Calgary, Alberta. Attendees will be refreshed by the beautiful landscape of an iconic Canadian late Spring and spin off of the bustling energy sector hub of one of Alberta largest cities.
International & National participants will engage with a diverse, multi-sector group of industry leaders and peers through roundtables, research findings, forums, convenings and outdoor excursions in Banff National Park.
Who Can Attend?
Attendance at this conference is a combined alliance reserved for industry professionals, Officials, private and nonprofit affordable housing developers, construction developers, owners, planners, engineers, housing advocates, Black Community leaders, Indigenous Community leaders, Elders, Chiefs, architects, community service providers, community groups, idea supporters, lenders, grant programs, financial developers and/or economic development officials; affiliate's within the industry that have close alignment and are involved in Black Communities in urban, rural or city centers
The Conference also offers sponsors, partners, corporations and governmental organizations the opportunity to reach more members of the Black Community to realign their show of support and commitment towards advancing affordable housing for visible minorities, underrepresented groups, Indigenous Peoples, and the vulnerable population.
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Opening Ceremonies, Conference, Strategic Meetings, Networking
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Conference, Strategic Meetings, Roundtable, Networking; Training, Team Building Activity/Excursion
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Conference, Strategic Meetings, Networking; Training, Team Building, Closing Ceremonies
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Optional Professional Development Day 4: Stampede Breakfast Departure, Check-Out, 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament with Celebrity Guest; Black History Month Celebration including the International Black History Month Marketplace
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Optional Professional Development & Community Day: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament with Celebrity Guest; Black History Month Celebration including the International Black History Month Marketplace
Payment Registration Key Deadlines:
Conference, RT Flight & Hotel Packages: December 30, 2025 (Canada Only)
Business Visitors Visa documents to support trade show attendees coming from outside of North America recommended: December 31, 2025
Recommended International Travel Letter Request outside of North America: December 31, 2025
3on3 Basketball Tournament Corporate Team Registration January 30, 2026
Conference & Hotel Packages: January 23, 2026