Launch of Canadian Multicultural Festival 2025

PETERBOROUGH – June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day. For the month of June, the New Canadians Centre is organizing the fourth annual “Canadian Multicultural Festival”, a series of programs and events to celebrate multiculturalism in Peterborough from June 18 to 27.

On July 1, we celebrate Indigenous culture with an important day of learning and reflection “Lessons from the Land” in Nogojiwanong / Peterborough.

“Celebrating the richness of multiculturalism is a cornerstone of NCC’s work and we love to foster connections between newcomers and established community members. We also recognize the richness of Indigenous knowledge and culture and our role in helping new settlers become good treaty people,” says Andy Cragg, Executive Director of the New Canadians Centre.

Jun 18-27 “Canadian Multicultural Festival” Details & Registration: https://nccpeterborough.ca/multiculturalfestival/

Jun 18 – Multicultural Dance Party – 5:00 – 7:00pm at Peterborough Square

• Try out Bollyfit, Chinese Folk Dance and Nigerian Naija dance all at the same party

Jun 19 – Home, Disrupted: Stories of Displacement and Belonging – A World Refugee Day Community Conversation – 6:00 – 8:00pm at the Peterborough Public Library

• Join us for an evening of storytelling, reflection, and connection as we honour World Refugee Day through lived experiences.

Jun 20 – Try It: Salsa Dance – 5:00 – 7:00pm at Peterborough Square

• Spice up your evening with instructor Amarilis Rivero Garcia. And browse the vibrant multicultural craft market when you take a break!

Jun 22 – Try It: Syrian Cuisine Cooking Class – 2:00 – 4:00pm at the New Canadians Centre

• Discover, learn, and savor Syrian staples such as Muhammara and Baba Ghanouj along with a few distinct dishes local to different Syrian regions.

Jun 25 – Around the World in Northumberland – 6:00 – 8:00pm at Victoria Park

• Enjoy cultural performances by the Northumberland Multicultural Dance Troupe and drinks and snacks from around the world!

Jun 27 – 46th Anniversary Block Party – 2:00 – 6:00 pm at the New Canadians Centre

• Come to the New Canadians Centre for a fun-filled afternoon outdoors, including a talent show, multicultural crafts, henna, face painting, a bouncy castle, and food! Visit the Cultural Fair to learn about some of Peterborough’s multicultural and faith-based groups and their programming.

T-shirts and totes with the festival logo will be available for sale at the events.