Nov. 5, 2019
For Immediate Release

Brantford – Wilfrid Laurier University’s Bachelor of Social Work Equity Committee welcomes the public to celebrate Brantford’s diverse cultural communities at a free event on Saturday, Nov. 9.

The event, Celebrating Multiculturalism in Brantford, aims to bring together cultural communities in Brantford and the County of Brant to share, learn and celebrate multiculturalism with activities for the whole family.

“It is important to celebrate our diverse community so we can learn from each other and support one another,” said Jennifer Dunlop, co-chair of the equity committee. “We are excited to celebrate Brant multiculturalism and hope members of the Brantford community can join us.”

Attendees can enjoy food, family-friendly activities, entertainment, dancing, door prizes and more, while also learning about local programs and services available in the community.

There will be a Latin dance presentation performed by members of the Latin Village at 2 p.m.

Celebrating Multiculturalism in Brantford takes place Nov. 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. on the lower level of One Market (1 Market Street, Brantford).

The event is presented through a collaboration between Laurier International, Laurier’s Centre for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, the City of Brantford, Brant County Health Unit, YMCA Immigrant Services – Brantford, Community Living Brant, CSC Mon Avenir, BHN Community Legal Clinic, the Aboriginal Health Centre and others.