About US

Ibuka Canada is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to remembering the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda and promoting education about genocide prevention.

The organization works with communities, institutions, and partners across Canada to ensure that the history and lessons of the genocide remain part of the global conversation on human rights, peace, and justice.

Through commemorative activities, educational initiatives, and public engagement, Ibuka Canada aims to build awareness and encourage dialogue about the dangers of hate, discrimination, and extremist ideology.

Ibuka Canada also seeks to promote solidarity with other communities affected by historical injustices and to contribute to meaningful conversations about healing and reconciliation.

Mission and Objectives

The mission of Ibuka Canada is to preserve the memory of the victims of the Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda and to promote education, remembrance, and prevention of genocide worldwide.

Our Focus

The work of Ibuka Canada is guided by six core pillars that advance remembrance, education, and the prevention of genocide.

1. Remembrance and Commemoration

We organize commemorative events across Canada to honour the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda and preserve their memory for future generations.

2. Education and Awareness

We develop educational initiatives that promote understanding of the genocide, its historical context, and the lessons it holds for preventing future atrocities.

3. Truth and Historical Integrity

We work to counter genocide denial, revisionism, and misinformation, while protecting the historical truth about the Genocide Against the Tutsi.

4. Solidarity and Dialogue

We foster dialogue and solidarity with other communities affected by historical injustice, including Indigenous communities in Canada, to support healing, understanding, and reconciliation.

5. Partnerships for Human Rights

We collaborate with organizations, institutions, and communities that share our commitment to human rights, remembrance, and genocide prevention.

6. Legacy and Future Generations

We support initiatives to establish educational spaces and memorials dedicated to the victims, while inspiring future generations to uphold the values of peace, dignity, and justice.