About Us

Mandate of the The St Lucia Calgary Cultural Association 

The St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association (SLCCA), established in 1987, develops and delivers new community-based programs that strengthen cultural understanding, artistic expression, and social connection in Calgary. Through inclusive arts, cultural exchange, and community dialogue, SLCCA creates opportunities for Alberta residents to engage with St. Lucian and Caribbean culture while building shared experiences that enrich Alberta’s diverse communities.

Grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion, SLCCA fosters respectful collaboration among people of St. Lucian, Caribbean, and Canadian heritage. Our initiatives are designed to respond to community needs, amplify positive voices, and support meaningful participation across cultures. Through new programs, the Association works to advance multiculturalism, strengthen community connections, and serve as a unifying hub for cultural celebration and community development in Calgary.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement:

The St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association fosters an environment of honesty and respect from its diverse members represented by people of St. Lucian, Caribbean and Canadian heritage in Calgary. When engaging and working with others in the community, the members are inspired to be a positive voice and help move the goals of the Association forward.

Our Vision Statement:

To be a voice of celebrating multiculturalism and diversity; and the center of unity for people of  St. Lucian and Caribbean heritage in Calgary.

Our Values: 

Inspire

Create connections

Foster collaboration

Be a voice

Honesty 

Respect 

Integrity 

The St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association (SLCCA) offers a wide range of cultural, educational, and community-building programs throughout the year. Annual/Biannual events include major cultural celebrations such as the Independence Gala, Creole Day, Island Vibes & Lobsterfest, Black History Month activities, Carifest participation, Christmas Party, and Taste of Carifest. The organization also hosts recreational and social events like Sports Day, Bowling, a Golf Tournament, bus trips, and family-friendly workshops such as braiding and drumming.

SLCCA provides youth engagement through the Youth Summit Workshop and supports cultural collaboration through partnerships with USLOA and other Caribbean associations. Our initiatives include scholarship review, an entrepreneur/business stream, community outreach, volunteer involvement, and a craft team. Together, these programs strengthen cultural pride, support community development, and foster unity among St. Lucian, Caribbean, and Calgary residents.