congratulations! September is Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario
ETHIOPIAN ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1981, the Ethiopian Association in the GTA and surrounding regions supports Ethiopian-Canadians through social, cultural, educational, and diaspora-focused initiatives, fostering community growth and unity.
WELCOME
The Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area and Surrounding Region (EAGTA SR) has been a cornerstone of the Ethiopian community since its establishment in 1981. As a volunteer-based, Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-centered organization, EAGTA SR is dedicated to empowering individuals of Ethiopian and African origin. We strive to foster inclusivity, promote cultural heritage, and create sustainable programs that address the diverse needs of our community.
Our association serves as a welcoming space where newcomers, seniors, and families can find support, connection, and opportunities for growth. Through our culturally informed, Afrocentric approach, we focus on uplifting marginalized voices, advocating for systemic change, and fostering resilience within our community.
Our Mission
We strive to uplift Ethiopian-Canadians in Ontario through social, cultural, and educational programs, fostering unity and growth.
Impact To Community
Over the past year, EAGTA SR supported over 2,600 members with seminars, processed 113 refugee sponsorships, managed 50 crises, and hosted biweekly senior activities for 70+ members.
Donations & Support
Our work relies on the generosity of donors, members, and partners. Together, we create meaningful change.
Get Involved
Become a member, volunteer, or join our network of professionals to connect, grow, and make an impact!
LATEST
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
We were proud to recognize Doly Begum @dolybegumssw during our 130th Adwa Victory Day Celebration for her outstanding support and solidarity with the Ethiopian community in Ontario. Doly Begum has been a true champion for our community. Through her leadership in sponsoring Bill 38, which officially proclaims September as Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario, she helped ensure that the history, culture, and contributions of Ethiopian Canadians are recognized and celebrated across the province. The Ethiopian Association in the GTA & Surrounding Regions was honored to present this recognition during our Adwa Victory commemoration — a historic moment that celebrates resilience, dignity, and the enduring legacy of freedom. On behalf of Ethiopians across Ontario, thank you, Doly Begum, for your dedication,
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
Honouring Community Leadership and Dedication! During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area and Surrounding Regions (EAGTA SR) had the privilege of recognizing two outstanding community leaders, Eskender Mekonnen and Liben Gebremikael, for their remarkable contributions from the very beginning of the movement to proclaim September as Ethiopian Heritage Month in the Province of Ontario. Their dedication, persistence, and leadership played an important role in mobilizing community voices and advocating for the recognition of Ethiopian history, culture, and contributions within the province of Ontario. It was a great honour to recognize their efforts during Adwa Victory Day, a historic moment that symbolizes unity, resilience, and the defense of dignity and sovereignty. Just as
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area and Surrounding Regions had the privilege of recognizing MPP Mohamed Firin for his remarkable leadership in successfully advancing and passing the Ethiopian Heritage Month Act (Bill 38) in the Province of Ontario. This historic legislation, which proclaims September as Ethiopian Heritage Month, represents an important milestone for Ethiopian Canadians and ensures that the history, culture, and contributions of our community are formally recognized across the province. We were delighted to present this recognition on Adwa Victory Day, a powerful symbol of resilience, sovereignty, and unity for Ethiopians around the world. On behalf of the Ethiopian community in the GTA, we express our sincere gratitude for
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the GTA SR recognized MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam for their support and leadership in helping advance the Ethiopian Heritage Month Act (Bill 38) in the Province of Ontario. The proclamation of September as Ethiopian Heritage Month represents a historic achievement for Ethiopian Canadians, ensuring that our heritage, history, and contributions are acknowledged and celebrated across Ontario. MPP Wong-Tam has been a strong voice to diverse communities and a consistent advocator for recognition, equity, and inclusion. We were honoured to recognize their effort during Adwa Victory Day, a historic moment that symbolizes resilience, independence, and pride for Ethiopians and the broader African diaspora. We thank them for standing with our community
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
We were proud to recognize Doly Begum @dolybegumssw during our 130th Adwa Victory Day Celebration for her outstanding support and solidarity with the Ethiopian community in Ontario. Doly Begum has been a true champion for our community. Through her leadership in sponsoring Bill 38, which officially proclaims September as Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario, she helped ensure that the history, culture, and contributions of Ethiopian Canadians are recognized and celebrated across the province. The Ethiopian Association in the GTA & Surrounding Regions was honored to present this recognition during our Adwa Victory commemoration — a historic moment that celebrates resilience, dignity, and the enduring legacy of freedom. On behalf of Ethiopians across Ontario, thank you, Doly Begum, for your dedication,
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
Honouring Community Leadership and Dedication! During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area and Surrounding Regions (EAGTA SR) had the privilege of recognizing two outstanding community leaders, Eskender Mekonnen and Liben Gebremikael, for their remarkable contributions from the very beginning of the movement to proclaim September as Ethiopian Heritage Month in the Province of Ontario. Their dedication, persistence, and leadership played an important role in mobilizing community voices and advocating for the recognition of Ethiopian history, culture, and contributions within the province of Ontario. It was a great honour to recognize their efforts during Adwa Victory Day, a historic moment that symbolizes unity, resilience, and the defense of dignity and sovereignty. Just as
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area and Surrounding Regions had the privilege of recognizing MPP Mohamed Firin for his remarkable leadership in successfully advancing and passing the Ethiopian Heritage Month Act (Bill 38) in the Province of Ontario. This historic legislation, which proclaims September as Ethiopian Heritage Month, represents an important milestone for Ethiopian Canadians and ensures that the history, culture, and contributions of our community are formally recognized across the province. We were delighted to present this recognition on Adwa Victory Day, a powerful symbol of resilience, sovereignty, and unity for Ethiopians around the world. On behalf of the Ethiopian community in the GTA, we express our sincere gratitude for
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area
During our 130th Adwa Victory Day celebration, the Ethiopian Association in the GTA SR recognized MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam for their support and leadership in helping advance the Ethiopian Heritage Month Act (Bill 38) in the Province of Ontario. The proclamation of September as Ethiopian Heritage Month represents a historic achievement for Ethiopian Canadians, ensuring that our heritage, history, and contributions are acknowledged and celebrated across Ontario. MPP Wong-Tam has been a strong voice to diverse communities and a consistent advocator for recognition, equity, and inclusion. We were honoured to recognize their effort during Adwa Victory Day, a historic moment that symbolizes resilience, independence, and pride for Ethiopians and the broader African diaspora. We thank them for standing with our community
