About Atlantic Afro-Latin Dance Connection

The Atlantic Afro-Latin Dance Connection Limited (AALDC Limited), incorporated in 2023 (Registry #4473338), is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and advancing Afro-Latin culture in Atlantic Canada, with a special focus on Halifax, Nova Scotia. Through dance, music, food, and community events, we aim to create meaningful cultural experiences that elevate public appreciation, foster inclusivity, and strengthen the city’s multicultural traditions. We collaborate with local and international partners, musicians, dancers, educators, and organizations to deliver high-quality programs that connect communities through rhythm and taste.

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OUR VISION

To build a vibrant and inclusive Atlantic Canada where Afro-Latin dance, music, art, and cuisine are celebrated as part of the region’s cultural heartbeat.  

 

Our Values

• Accountability – We honor our commitments and follow through on our promises.

• Collaboration – We build together, engaging staff, volunteers, partners, and community.

• Inclusivity – We welcome and celebrate diverse cultures, dance styles, and communities.

• Integrity – We act with fairness, transparency, and responsible stewardship.

• Passion – We bring energy, creativity, and commitment to everything we do.

How We Deliver Our Mission
We bring our vision to life in three key ways:

1. Festivals & Gatherings – Partnering with local businesses, the City of Halifax, the Province of Nova Scotia, and cultural institutions such as the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and the Downtown Halifax Business Commission to produce free and low-cost Afro-Latin dance and music festivals and community events.

2. Workshops & Masterclasses – Creating opportunities for education and cultural exchange through programs with local and international artists.

3. Community Access – Providing free dance space that supports community practice, collaboration, and cultural connection.