Salmon Arm residents will once again have an opportunity to unite in celebration of Multiculturalism Day.
At its March 28 meeting, city council received a request from Downtown Salmon Arm, made on behalf of the Shuswap Immigrant Service Society, to close off the 200 block of Hudson Avenue (between Ross and Alexander streets), between 2:30 and 9 p.m. on June 27 for a Multiculturalism Day celebration.
“Across Canada on June 27, is an annual festival held in recognition of Multiculturalism Day,” said Downtown Salmon Arm’s Jennifer Broadwell in a letter to the city. “This popular community celebration helps to build connection, understanding and appreciation for diversity in Salmon Arm through music, food and art. We are excited for its return as an in-person gathering for the first time since 2019.”
Council voted unanimously in favour of the request. Mayor Alan Harrison said it’s nice to see Multiculturalism Day return, noting past events were very successful.
The event will run from 4 to 8 p.m. In the past, the well-attended Salmon Arm events included music and dance, games, numerous information booths as well as food options.
Read more: In photos: Multicultural festival a colourful celebration of community diversity
Read more: Observer Editorial: Hats off to Multicultural Fest’s organizers, participants
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