In this paper, we analyse the revival process of an urban mediation project intended specifically at Black youth living in Montréal’s Little Burgundy neighbourhood. The project known as BUMP (Burgundy Urban Mediation Project) is consistent with wider Québec tendencies that seek to facilitate a dialogue between social partners. The analysis of this process shows the conditions under which the neighbourhood is evolving and the emerging organizational models of social networks. The aim of our study is to consider the way social transactions take place between social partners and representatives of Black community organizations in order that urban mediation projects can be revived. Obstacles and opportunities for fostering such a participatory and partnership initiative are identified. The study concludes with a discussion on the position held and the role played by representatives of disenfranchised communities taking part in local cooperative bodies.