Building on what we learned together in the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop, come prepared to evaluate where you fall on the spectrum of orientations based on your own experiences and cultural influences.
Join us for a fun and engaging evening as we celebrate Portuguese Heritage Month with a hands-on children’s activity! Kids will get the chance to paint their own Barcelos Rooster while learning about its cultural significance as a symbol of good luck and honesty in Portuguese folklore. This family-friendly event is a wonderful way to […]
Join us for a family-friendly movie night at the Pembroke Public Library for Moana 2 (2024)! There will be fun, laughter and snacks for all to enjoy! 'After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything […]
To celebrate National Indigenous People's Day, Mississippi Mills All My Relations is again holding a Solstice community event in the spirit of the late, highly celebrated, Algonquin Elder William Commanda, whose life’s work embraced the belief in a circle of all nations and culture of peace. Grandfather William was Chief of the Kitigan Zibi Algonquin […]
~In Honour of National Day for Truth & Reconciliation~ Join us for this meaningful event in the lead up to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. While the official day is observed across Canada on September 30, we invite you to come together on September 18 to learn, share, and reflect on the ongoing journey […]
The Local Immigration Partnership - Lanark & Renfrew are so excited to be partnering with the Town of Petawawa this Culture Connect Fall Edition for a Multicultural Market and Cultural Craft Corner as part of the Petawawa Ramble! The event will feature cultural vendors, food, crafts and activities. This event will be hosted at the […]
This Caribbean Heritage Month, we’re filling the Renfrew Public Library with colour, craft, and culture! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the creativity of Caribbean traditions. From bold patterns and bright colours to the stories woven into every design. It’s a chance to learn something new, connect with community, and celebrate […]
Join us for the screening of “Lanark County Voices … There’s a Place for Me Here,” an inspiring documentary that shares the voices of thirteen members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community living in Lanark County. Through their stories of belonging, challenges, and hope for the future, this film captures both the progress made and the work […]
Honour Your Roots. Adorn Your Crown. Wrap in Your Power. Crowned is a soulful gathering that blends tradition, storytelling, and hands-on hair wrapping. Whether you're a long-time wrapper or new to the art, this event invites you into a space of beauty, ancestral wisdom, and collective joy. You’ll learn styling techniques, the cultural histories behind […]
This learning opportunity comes to you from the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville Equity Diversity & Inclusion Working Group and is developed and presented by Canadian Equality Consulting. 'In today’s diverse community and workplace environments, moments of bias and microaggressions can arise unintentionally, but how we respond in those moments can build (or break) trust, safety, […]
