Since 2020, The Bridge Co-Net has worked to improve the quality of life of Afro-descendant families in Ottawa. Through community initiatives, the organization creates spaces for meeting, dialogue and support - nurturing family, emotional and social well-being.
A word from our founderVanessa Murengera
Founder of The Bridge Co-Net Inc.
« When I arrived in Canada twenty years ago, I faced many integration challenges - mostly due to a lack of information and a limited availability of culturally appropriate resources. Today, through The Bridge Co-Net, we want to offer what was not offered to us, so immigrants in our communities can integrate more quickly and more successfully. »
That is how The Bridge Co-Net was born - a bridge between families' needs and the opportunities that exist, so they can settle, grow and flourish in their new home: Canada.
Driven by a vision of cohesion, inclusion and collective resilience, The Bridge Co-Net Inc. is committed to delivering resources and programs that strengthen families, celebrate Afro-descendant culture and nurture active participation in community life.
A society where communities and individuals are empowered to take control of their destiny - a society where every Afro-descendant family, parent, young person and elder can flourish, participate fully in community life and thrive in a supportive, sustainable environment.
Supporting Afro-descendant communities, particularly immigrant families, by offering the knowledge, skills and resources they need to integrate and flourish in Canada.
Equity, dignity, solidarity, culture & identity, commitment & resilience.
Our Programs
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Active projects
Our services are grouped under Family Co-Net Plus: Parents Co-Net, Couples Co-Net, Kids Co-Net and Youth Co-Net.
FamiliesSupporting Black and Afro-descendant parents, guardians and caregivers in fostering positive parenting practices.
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FamiliesSupporting Black and Afro-descendant couples in the Canadian immigration context.
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FamiliesRecreational and educational camps, cultural workshops and activities for Black and Afro-descendant children aged 5 to 12.
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Coming up
Webinaire Parentalité | Les Droits de mon enfant (In French only)
Our upcoming activities · Tuesday, September 8, 2026
In our community, no one is a number. A few faces, a few moments - hover to read.
« They called us by our name. »
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The people we support share their journey, in their own words.
« Thank you so much for the Summer Camp. Lisanne had such a wonderful time! She would tell us about her experience every day, and we could see how much she was enjoying herself and having fun. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the entire team! »
Maman Lisanne« To the entire Kids Co-Net team, a heartfelt thank you for this wonderful initiative to organize a summer camp for our young children. Thank you for investing so much love and energy in our children. May God richly bless your entire team. »
Aimée« Every summer, we see wonderful improvements at the camp, with new activities and lovely surprises for the children. The counsellors were fantastic: always smiling, enthusiastic, and in great spirits. Communication with parents was clear and reassuring throughout the summer. Thank you to the Lead Coordinator and her entire team for their excellent work, dedication, and energy. Thank you for giving our children a summer filled with fun and wonderful memories! We highly recommend this camp and are already looking forward to next summer! »
Elvis NkuzimanaOur values
These values are not stuck on a wall. They are lived, every day, in every workshop.
Equity
We advocate for fair and equitable access to resources and opportunities.
Dignity
We acknowledge and respect the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Solidarity
We foster mutual support and collective care within the community.
Culture & identity
We celebrate and elevate the richness of Afro-descendant heritage.
Commitment & resilience
We build strong, sustainable communities able to meet challenges together.
Our partners
