Tropicana Community Services

Tropicana Community Services aims to provide: allpeople of Black, African, and Caribbean descent,newcomers, and individuals in need, of all ages,with solutions that lead to successful life outcomes.

We work to achieve this mission throughculturally appropriate programs, includingcounselling, childcare, youth development,education, employment, family, seniors support,and other services.

Communities in which all individuals have equalaccess to opportunities to reach their goals freefrom the impact of racial and systemic barriers.

Tropicana Community Services is a Toronto-based multi-service charitable organization focused on supporting youth, families, newcomers, and people of Black, African, and Caribbean heritage. Founded in 1980 in Scarborough, it began with counselling for at-risk teen dropouts and has since grown into a vital community hub offering culturally appropriate programs. These include counselling, childcare, education, employment services, youth leadership opportunities, and settlement support that help thousands of people build confidence, develop skills, and make positive life choices. Tropicana works collaboratively with partners to create a welcoming and empowering environment for the communities it serves.

Guiding Principles

Culturally Appropriate Programs and Services
Our programs are thoughtfully designed with the Black community in mind while remaining accessible to anyone who may benefit from our services. We recognize the importance of culturally informed approaches in creating meaningful and effective support.

Competence and Excellence
We are committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, accountability, and quality across all areas of our work. This ensures our programs achieve meaningful outcomes while making responsible and effective use of resources.

Local Care and National Impact
We prioritize strong local connections and community-based care while working toward broader impact. By strengthening our roots, we create opportunities to expand our reach and influence beyond our immediate communities.