Our Membership Process
The application for membership is a three-step process. You must complete a membership form, pay your membership dues, and have your application approved by BLAC’s Board of Directors. BLAC will notify you if the Board rejects your application for membership.
Membership Types
Individual members are Black or African Canadians who are at least 18 years old and reside in the province of Ontario. They are interested in supporting the goals of BLAC and have paid the annual membership fee of $5. Membership expires on September 30th each year. They also agree that their name, address, and email address may be collected and shared with other members in accordance with the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.
Legal Service Provider members are Black or African Canadian lawyers or paralegals in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, at least 18 years old, and residing in Ontario. They are interested in supporting the goals of BLAC and have paid the annual membership fee of $5. Membership expires on September 30th each year. They also agree that their name, address, and email address may be collected and shared with other members in accordance with the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.
Community Organization Members focus on serving Canada’s Black communities and are committed to BLAC’s objectives. The organization will appoint an Authorized Representative and pay the annual membership fee of $25.
This membership is renewable each year upon the board’s notice and expires on September 30th. Community Organization Members consent to collecting and sharing their Authorized Representative’s name, address, and email with other members as stipulated by the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.
Membership Application Form
Complete the form below to apply to become a member of BLAC. BLAC will notify you of the status of your application.