The Caribbean African Multicultural Association of Canada (CAMAC) was formed in 1987 by members of the African and Caribbean community in Thunder Bay who wanted to share their culture and heritage with other Canadians.

From a handful of men and women, college and university students with a common bond in Afro-Caribbean culture, CAMAC has endeavored to promote and celebrate the contributions of African people into our multicultural heritage. Today, CAMAC is an inclusive group bringing together people of all races with ties to Africa. The group works to facilitate the integration of people from Africa and the Caribbean into the Canadian mainstream so that everyone can contribute to the well being of Canada and pride in our new home.

In addition to people from Africa and the Caribbean, CAMACs membership includes those born in Canada, Europe, Asia, the Orient and South America. This diversity enriches the group, and improves race relations in the community. The more we mix and socialize, the more friends we make. And as people marry, their spouses, relatives and children all become all part of an extended family that promote cross-cultural awareness in society.
A board of directors who meet regularly to plan activities, to bring the members of the community together governs the association. There is an education program to present African-Caribbean culture in the classroom and enhance the curriculum. CAMAC also participates in consultations for input in social policies, and has representation on several advisory committees in the city to ensure that the interests of its members are well served.

CAMAC organizes orientation workshops for volunteers to encourage them to be involved in the groups activities. Forums and workshops are also held to deal with issues of mutual concern as well as advocate on the needs of members. The association publishes a newsletter to share information on current developments and special event such as African Black history Month. The newsletter promotes up-coming activities and helps to solicit the support and participation of both members and the general public. Other special events include the Annual Picnic during the civic holiday the first weekend in August. One long-range goal is to have a monument in the International Friendship Gardens, and CAMAC in involved is involved in a fundraising campaign for this purpose.

February is Black History Month:- The Ontario Historical Society was formed in 1978 and has been at the forefront of promoting Black History Month in Canada. In 1996 the Canadian House of Commons in Ottawa unanimously passed a motion by parliamentary secretary Jean Augustine (metro Toronto). To note the important contribution of Black Canadians to the settlement, growth and development of Canada, the diversity of the Black community in Canada and its importance in the history of this country, and recognize February as Black History. February is now officially and recognizes February as Black History Month, and we use this occasion to celebrate the contribution of a community that has been in Canada since 1604.

A member from CAMAC sits on the board of directors at Thunder Bay Multicultural Association.