The Caribbean and Black Writing Collective (CBWC) is an initiative from the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC). It supports prospective and current students at UTM who identify as Black and/or Caribbean by providing them with a culturally affirming space where they can develop their academic skills while connecting with peers and faculty with similar cultural backgrounds.

CBWC programs include monthly co-working sessions that offer a welcoming environment for students to work independently on their writing. Faculty facilitators in these sessions provide a structure for work and make themselves available to students who want academic support. Special CBWC events include guest talks or workshops that create opportunities for community building, dialogue, and knowledge sharing. Students who consistently attend the collective are eligible to apply for co-curricular credit.