Community Integration
Settlement support, newcomer orientation, and mentorship that helps Afghan families put down roots across B.C.
افغان ملي کلتوري ټولنه • Est. 2021 • British Columbia
In pursuit of our social goals and efforts to work for the integration and unity of Afghans in B.C. — we gather, we celebrate, and we grow together, one community at a time.
Who We Are
The Afghan National Cultural Society (ANCS) was founded by Afghans, for Afghans, in pursuit of our social goals and efforts to work for the integration and unity of Afghans in British Columbia.
We are a volunteer-led non-profit that brings together newcomers, established families, elders, and youth to preserve our language, celebrate our traditions, and support one another as we build our lives in Canada. Whether you've been here for decades or just arrived, ANCS is your home away from home.
What We Do
Three pillars guide our work; community, culture, and continuity — each reflected in the figures of our own emblem.
Settlement support, newcomer orientation, and mentorship that helps Afghan families put down roots across B.C.
Music, poetry, calligraphy, and language programs that keep Afghan tradition alive for the next generation.
Workshops, tutoring circles, and family events that connect Afghan youth with their roots and each other.
A commemorative community celebration held at Holland Park in Surrey on August 22, 2026.
Music, food, and flag-raising ceremony with the whole community. Vancouver, BC.
Orientation, resources, and a warm welcome for families new to B.C.
An evening of classical Afghan poetry, rubab music, and storytelling.
Voices
"ANCS was the first place that felt like home after we arrived in Canada. They helped us with everything — from paperwork to friendship."
"My kids learned Dari poems and traditional dances at ANCS events. It means everything to keep that connection alive."
"A true community built on respect and unity. Every event feels like a family reunion, even if you're new."
Every member, volunteer, and donation helps us build a stronger, more united Afghan community across British Columbia.
Get in Touch
Questions about membership, events, or how to volunteer? Reach out — our team responds personally to every message.