Founded in 1994 and incorporated in 1995, the Burundian Community of Canada Inc, (CBCA) is a non-profit organization accepted by the Letters Patent dated March 7, 1995, obtained under Part III of the Act on companies operating in Canada, and has a Constitution and internal regulations consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The mission of the CBCA is to represent to Canadian institutions (federal and provincial), Canadians of Burundian origin who live across the Canadian territory. It exists in every major provincial city, autonomous boards under the direction of local presidents. They are part of the national board, 
the head of which is supported by the National President's Executive Committee. To join the CBCA, you must complete an application form. The candidates who meet the eligibility criteria receive a membership card.