Brian Seremba
Community Leader & Activist
Brian Seremba is a visionary leader and advocate for systemic equity, recently awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal for his groundbreaking contributions to social justice and community development. As the Co-Founder of the BC Community Alliance (BCCA), Brian has spearheaded transformative initiatives such as the BC Racism Tracker, the Supports for Student Learning Program (SSLP), and the Black Youth Empowerment Toolkit. These programs have directly supported over 70 Black youth with mentorship, mental health resources, and financial literacy, while empowering families to navigate systemic barriers in education and beyond. Under his leadership, BCCA has engaged 400 youth in shaping anti-racism policy, developed actionable tools for advocacy, and built partnerships with over 30 organizations in 2024, including the NBA Foundation and Vancity. In addition has created multiple campaigns for missing and murdered Black youth and families creating millions of impressions, tens of thousands of likes, and securing $150,000 in go-funding to create long-lasting impact for Black youth and families across British Columbia.
Brian’s work doesn’t stop at advocacy. He is the founder of Mutima Canada, a brand focused on Tropicraze, an innovative beverage company and africopia an online grocery store that supports newcomers to Canada while fostering sustainable farming practices in Uganda. Mutima Canada bridges the gap between community empowerment and global sustainability, creating opportunities for resettled families while promoting ethical supply chains. Through this work, Brian integrates his passion for economic development and equity, providing newcomers with meaningful ways to engage in their communities and farmers with a fair chance to thrive. Combined with his leadership in passing the 2024 BC Anti-Racism Act and influencing legislative reforms, Brian’s work exemplifies how grassroots action, business innovation, and legislative advocacy can converge to create systemic change that uplifts marginalized communities.