Edo Friends of British Columbia Association
The Edo Friends of British Columbia Association is a Canadian nonprofit charitable organization registered under the Business Number 870355922RR0001. Founded by immigrants from the Edo region of Southern Nigeria, the group focuses on supporting new immigrants, refugees, and low-income families through employment counseling, community programs, and cultural initiatives[1][2][3].

Mission and Activities
The organization aims to alleviate poverty and improve quality of life through direct services, including one-on-one and group counseling to aid in job placement and integration[2][4]. It also promotes cultural exchange, notably through events such as the Africa Ekassa Cultural Festival, which showcases authentic cuisine, live music, and traditional performances[1].

Structure and Operations
Edo Friends operates with a volunteer-driven model, welcoming individuals of diverse backgrounds to support its social impact programs[3]. While its core focus remains on poverty relief[4], it emphasizes community-building efforts, particularly within the Nigerian diaspora in British Columbia[1].

Funding and Recognition
As a registered charity, the organization receives donations through platforms like CanadaHelps, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and providing tax receipts to contributors[5]. Its activities are centered in Surrey, British Columbia, though specific outreach efforts extend regionally[1][5].

Note: The organization’s website (www.edofriends.ca) is mentioned in the request but could not be independently verified through available sources. Its operational web presence appears tied to edofriends.webnode.page based on available records[1][3].

This article synthesizes publicly available information and may not reflect the most current updates.

[1] https://edofriends.webnode.page [2] https://my.charitableimpact.com/charities/edo-friends-of-british-columbia-association [3] https://edofriends.webnode.page/about-us/ [4] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/edo-friends-of-british-columbia-association/870355922RR0001/ [5] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edo-friends-of-british-columbia-association/