About Us
Make yourself at home !
Make yourself at home !
The House of Brazilian Culture in Canada is a non-profit organization created for both Canadians and Brazilian immigrants living in Canada.
The House of Brazilian Culture in Canada is a non-profit organization created for both Canadians and Brazilian immigrants living in Canada.
Our mission is to promote the Brazilian language and culture across the Great White North. To achieve this, we aim to bring together the many Brazilian communities across the country and develop strategies that empower them to grow and thrive together.
Our mission is to promote the Brazilian language and culture across the Great White North. To achieve this, we aim to bring together the many Brazilian communities across the country and develop strategies that empower them to grow and thrive together.
Our work is based on four fundamental values:
BELONGING
We welcome people of all beliefs, genders and ages. Whether they want to learn Portuguese, immerse themselves in Brazilian culture or strengthen initiatives in their local communities, our doors are always open to all. As the Brazilian saying goes, we can always add more water to the beans.
UNION
While the presence of Brazilian immigrants in Canada has grown exponentially over the years, the efforts of Brazilian communities have largely been concentrated in major cities like Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, where they have developed in relative isolation. We aim to be a space that brings together and uplifts the contributions of less visible communities, consolidating Brazilian culture from sea to sea.
TRUST
In times of scams and fake news, we strive to make our House a trusted source of information. All our work will be carried out by human beings, and our research reports serve as a foundation for decision-making in both public and private spheres.
EXCELLENCE
We are the first trilingual website dedicated to Brazilian culture in Canada. Our content is written and reviewed by professional translators with proven expertise. In addition to high-quality original content, we promote supporting materials developed by Brazilians with practical and/or academic experience in their respective fields.
RESEARCH CENTRE
This is where we understand each other.
In this space, we aim to gather and publish data on the Brazilian community living in Canada. This information will be compiled into annual research reports that answer key questions about our community, such as:
- In which provinces Brazilians immigrants are more or less active in their local communities?
- Why have Brazilian immigrants chosen to move to Canada (e.g., education, employment)?
- How many languages do Brazilian immigrants speak fluently, and where did they learn them?
- What has the immigration and integration experience been like for Brazilian newcomers?
- In which educational, social and political activities are Brazilian immigrants engaged?
- How involved are Canadians in activities organized by Brazilian communities?
- In what contexts are Brazilian immigrants welcomed and supported by Canadians?
Based on these insights, our goals are to:
- Deepen our understanding of Brazilian immigrants and communities across Canada;
- Develop integration strategies to connect organizations that promote Brazilian culture;
- Propose initiatives that support the inclusion of Brazilians in Canadian society;
- Provide high-quality data to public and private institutions in both Brazil and Canada;
- Create or promote relevant resources tailored to the needs and goals of the groups we study.
Data will be collected annually from May to September. The results will be shared on this website on November.
CULTURAL SYMPOSIUM
This is where we gather.
The Brazilian Cultural Symposium in Canada is the first nationwide event focused on the Brazilian and Canadian communities who wish to learn more about Brazil. The symposium brings together Brazilians who have made a significant impact artistically, academically, socially, and politically, with the goal of discussing relevant themes that will help strengthen the Brazilian communities in Canada. The symposium is free and was live streamed on September 14th, 2025. Check out the event program below (Montreal time, UTC-4).
SERVICES
This is where we learn.
The House of Brazilian Culture in Canada offers services for people of all ages, from Brazilian and/or Canadian backgrounds. The workshop schedule is now available, and course outlines for the Portuguese classes will be released soon.
To expand the reach of our programs, all courses and workshops are offered online.
Portuguese as a Heritage Language
Audience
Children and youth of Brazilian background who already speak Portuguese
Start Date
September 2026
Portuguese as a Foreign Language
Audience
Young people and adults who don’t speak Portuguese or want to take their language skills to the next level
Start Date
September 2026
Conversation Practice and Workshops
Audience
People of all ages and backgrounds
who want to explore Brazilian culture and the Portuguese language
DONATION
This is where you give us your support.
By supporting our cause, you help fund research, workshops, and courses that promote the Portuguese language and Brazilian culture in Canada. With your support, we can:
- Maintain our digital infrastructure (website, online tools);
- Enhance the teaching materials for our courses;
- Provide incentives for our dedicated volunteers;
- Host high-quality workshops.
Our House is not yet able to issue receipts eligible for tax deductions, as it is not currently registered as a charitable organization with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The registration process has already been initiated, and we are working to complete it as soon as possible. Once we obtain official status, we will update the information on our website.
Every contribution makes a real difference. We sincerely thank you for being part of this story with us!
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