The Kenyan Calgary Association (KCA)  was born from a simple idea anchored in friendship, unity, and a deep desire to belong. In 2005, when the Kenyan population in Calgary was still very small and easily countable, a group of 20 close-knit Kenyan friends would meet casually for coffee, weekend hangouts, and social bonding. What started as a small circle soon revealed a much bigger truth—there were many more Kenyans in the city who had no structured way to connect, support each other, or feel seen.

During one of those gatherings, a bold idea was placed on the table:
“Why don’t we form an association that brings all Kenyans in Calgary together?”

The suggestion immediately resonated. There was a growing number of Kenyans arriving in the city—students, professionals, families—but many were unaware of existing meetups or had no mechanism to plug into the community. In solidarity and excitement, the group refined the idea through informal meetings, fueled by passion and a shared belief that unity matters.

By 2007, after fulfilling all requirements and selecting the first board members, the Kenyan Community Association (KCA) was officially established.

Since then, the growth has been remarkable.
From 20 founding friends, to 70 early members, and now hundreds of registered Kenyans across Calgary, KCA continues to expand as we set our sights on reaching thousands, guided by intentional strategy and a modern vision.

Today, we honor our founders whose commitment laid the foundation we proudly stand on. Their belief in community continues to inspire our mission as we build stronger programs, initiate new ventures, and safeguard our heritage for generations to come.