Unity. Leadership. Legacy.
Built Together.
National Congress of Black Men Canada (B.C.)
National Congress of Black Men Canada (B.C.)
The National Congress of Black Men Canada (NCBMC) is a concentrated network of 140+ Black professionals generating over $20 million in annual earning power across British Columbia. We mobilize our collective leadership, capital, and influence to drive measurable community impact through strategic investment, corporate partnership, and culturally grounded mental health advocacy.
We convene high-capacity professionals, entrepreneurs, fathers, and emerging leaders in intentional spaces designed for executive growth, intergenerational mentorship, and economic collaboration. Through structured leadership development and coordinated engagement, we are building a national network rooted in accountability, performance, and legacy—transforming economic strength into resilient families, expanding businesses, and stronger communities across Canada.
Our Mission
Our mission is to unite, empower, and invest in Black men by building sustainable networks that strengthen both individual well-being and collective progress. We focus on advancing mental health and emotional resilience, cultivating lasting peer and professional connections, and creating real-time financial and career opportunities. Through intentional leadership pathways, we aim to benefit families, communities, and institutions while ensuring Black male voices are present and influential in equity, justice, and nation-building conversations. We recognize that when individual wellness is supported, collective impact becomes possible — and lasting change can take root.
Foundational Values
Unity
Brotherhood builds Power.
Mental Wellness + Leadership
Well-Being Fuels Leadership
Circulate Wealth
Collective Solidarity
Advocacy
Our Voices Matter
Our Roots: Brothers Brunch Vancouver
Brothers Brunch Vancouver began in 2021 in response to the isolation and lack of culturally relevant spaces for Black men in British Columbia.
Through intentional gathering, shared meals, guest speakers, and open dialogue, the initiative has grown into a trusted space for authentic connection, leadership development, and collective care.
Its success demonstrates how relationship-first spaces can evolve into scalable, community-driven models. These principles now inform the national vision of the National Congress of Black Men Canada.
Featured by CBC in a mini-documentary highlighting the power of grassroots Black male community-building.
About Us-
The People Behind the Work
Bernard Piprah, RCC
Founder & Owner, BKP Counselling & Consulting
Bernard Piprah is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and the Founder of BKP Counselling & Consulting, where he leads a practice focused on mental health, leadership development, and culturally grounded care. Based in British Columbia, he works with individuals, couples, families, and organizations to address burnout, trauma, identity, relational strain, and sustained change.
In addition to his clinical work, Bernard partners with medium and large organizations to deliver strategic workshops on mental wellness, productivity, equity, and resilient leadership. He is the founder of Brothers Brunch Vancouver, a nationally recognized community initiative featured in a CBC mini-documentary, reflecting his commitment to strengthening mental health outcomes among Black men and families across Canada.
Nicholas Simon
CEO of Maureen Simon Foods
Nicholas Simon is the CEO of Maureen Simon Foods, where he leads the strategic growth of the Caribbean-inspired brand across retail and food service markets in Canada and the United States. With more than 20 years of experience in sales leadership, account management, and business development, he brings a relationship-driven approach grounded in the belief that strong outcomes begin with strong listening.
He also serves as Managing Partner of Sellutions Consulting, advising food, beverage, and CPG companies on sales strategy, brokerage, and multi-channel expansion. Nic’s leadership extends into governance roles as a Trustee with IATSE 891 and as a Public Representative on the Inquiry Committee for the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, reflecting his commitment to accountability and principled decision-making.
J.P. Kamand
Inventor, Author and Founder & CEO of Moses Filter Drain
J.P. Kamand is an inventor and environmental innovator focused on advancing practical solutions to large-scale climate and infrastructure challenges. As Founder and CEO of Moses Filter Drain, he leads the development and implementation of a stormwater filtration system designed to reduce debris pollution, protect marine ecosystems, and support data-driven municipal decision-making.
A published author and two-time TEDx speaker, J.P. works at the intersection of engineering, environmental justice, public policy, and community health. His leadership reflects a systems-level belief that resilient infrastructure and thriving communities are deeply interconnected.
Events
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NCBMC events are thoughtfully curated to bring Black men together in spaces that are intentional, accessible, and grounded in lived experience. We are committed to fostering environments that are non-toxic, Black-loving, and rooted in mental wellness — where accountability, respect, and emotional safety allow men to grow, connect, and lead with clarity..
What You Can Expect:
– Welcoming, culturally rooted environments
– Connection-first experiences that encourage authentic dialogue
– Relevant conversations led by trusted voices within the community
– Diverse formats including panels, workshops, small groups, and community meet-ups
Community Guidelines
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NCBMC events are intentionally designed to bring Black men together in ways that are accessible, purposeful, and rooted in real-life experience. We strive to create spaces that reflect the full breadth of Black Canadian manhood — across generations, professions, cultures, and personal identities — where every man is respected, valued, and encouraged to participate authentically in community and collective growth.
What You Can Expect:
– Welcoming, culturally grounded spaces
– Connection-centered experiences that value presence over performance
– Conversations shaped by trusted voices on relevant, real-world issues
– A range of formats including panels, workshops, small groups, and community gatherings
Who Our Events Are For
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NCBMC events are intentionally designed to bring Black men together in accessible, purposeful spaces grounded in lived experience.
We host ongoing conversations with Black entrepreneurs and professionals focused on strengthening economic circulation within our community, fostering collaboration, cross-sector partnerships, and breaking down silos that limit collective growth.
What You Can Expect:
– Welcoming, culturally rooted environments
– Strategic dialogue focused on economic empowerment and collective advancement
– Trusted Black professionals sharing real-world insight and opportunity
– Panels, workshops, small groups, and community gatherings designed for connection and action
Where Connection turns into Action
Donate:
Invest in Canada's Future
The National Congress of Black Men Canada (NCBMC) is building intentional spaces where Black Canadian men can connect, heal, lead, and thrive—strengthening families, workplaces, and communities across the country.
Through culturally grounded gatherings, leadership development, mentorship, and mental wellness initiatives, we address isolation, reduce stigma, and cultivate the next generation of civic and economic contributors.
Donations to the NCBMC is an investment in social cohesion, public health, and community resilience in Canada. We invite corporations, individual donors, and grant partners to join us in advancing culturally responsive programming that creates measurable impact not only for Black communities, but for Canadian society as a whole.
Get in Touch
Feel free to contact us for any inquiries or to learn more about our projects and initiatives.
Email: ncbmcanada@gmail.com
904 Cliveden Avenue
Delta, British Columbia V3M 5R5
Charitable Registration Number: 709099964 RC0001