Cultural Orientations - Advancing Your Intercultural Competency
2023-03-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Ontario
Join us for a deep dive into Cultural Orientations! In this interactive zoom workshop, we will examine some of the most common Cultural Orientations, including Time, Power Distance, Hierarchy and Communication. 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.

Thursday, March 9
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Via Zoom

Register for Cultural Orientations here.
We ask that all participants complete the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop that is offered monthly in advance of completing this workshop. The link for the pre-requisite registration is here.

Allyship: #ITSTARTS with Me
2023-03-21 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Join us on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21, 2023, for an in-depth panel discussion on allyship and the #ITSTARTS Campaign.

12 – 1 pm: Panel Discussion
1 – 1:30 pm: Q&A
Register here

#ITSTARTS is a public awareness initiative developed by the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership to encourage positive communication among residents to reduce racism and discrimination. This year’s event will expand to include the Local Immigration Partnership of Lanark & Renfrew as well as the Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership.

About the #ITSTARTS campaign: www.simcoe.ca/dpt/ccs/lip/itstarts
Racial Discrimination: From Understanding to Action: youtu.be/yV7HiuSPmXM

Creating Your Own Land Acknowledgement Statement
2023-04-05 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Every Canadian has the privilege of living on land that once was the Traditional Territory of the Indigenous People who lived there before contact. Who are they? How did the land on which you live come to you? When and why did your ancestors come to Canada? What is the history of your people? What relationship, if any did your family have with the Indigenous People of your land? The answers to all of these questions will help you to realize how you got to where you are now, and will enable you to create your own authentic Land Acknowledgement Statement.
Presenter Profile: Elder Aimee Bailey is a citizen of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and lives in their unceded Traditional Territory. She has an honours degree in the Humanities from York University and a post-graduate certificate as an Indigenous Traditional Practitioner from First Nations Technical Institute. Her decades of experience in restoring her Traditional Culture have had her establish The Algonquin Way Cultural Centre at Pikwakanagan and The Circle of Turtle Lodge at Golden Lake.
This lunch n’ learn is hosted in partnership with Lanark County Children and Youth Services Collaboration and Every Kid In Our Communities of Leeds and Grenville.
This event is open to all. Please register here.

Introduction to Intercultural Competency Workshop
2023-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Ontario
Introduction to Intercultural Competency is a free virtual introductory workshop featuring topics like Identity and Culture, Value-based Behaviours, Assigning Meaning and Unconscious Bias. A ‘come-as-you-are’ opportunity to learn more about yourself and the people in your life. This session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning!
Attendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.

Wednesday, April 12
1 – 3 p.m.
Via Zoom

Facilitator Bio: Laura Julien has a background in corporate training and was an employment consultant with Employment Ontario before joining the College in 2019 as a Settlement Coach with the Community Settlement Initiative, an Immigration, Refugees, and Canadian Citizenship funded project supported by the Local Immigration Partnership in an effort to build capacity in local communities to better serve newcomers to Canada. Laura was certified as an Intercultural Competency Trainer in 2019 with the London Cross Cultural Learner Centre and she provided coaching and training to local employers, service providers, community groups and individuals on Intercultural Competency. Laura resides in Eganville with her family and is an engaged and active community member. Laura is passionate about inclusion and believes strongly understanding oneself is the first step on any journey of inclusion.
Register here.

Killaloe & District Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting & Spill the Tea
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Killaloe & District Public Library, 1 John Street, Killaloe, ON, K0J 2A0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Killaloe & District Public has two take-and-make activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Sunday & Monday Closed, Tuesday 11-4, Wednesday 11-4, Thursday 11-6, Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-4

Perth & District Union Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Perth & District Union Public Library, 30 Herriott Street, Perth, ON, K7H 1T2, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Perth & District Union Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mon & Fri 10-5, Tues-Thurs 10-7, Sat 10-4

Lanark Highlands Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Lanark Highlands Public Library, 75 George Street, Lanark, ON, K0G1K0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Lanark Highlands Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mon & Fri 10-5, Tues-Thurs 10-7, Sat 10-4

Pembroke Public Library Engagement Activity - Spill the Tea
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Pembroke Public Library, 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1B3, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Pembroke Public Library will have Spill the Tea kits for patrons to take home!
Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit. There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mondays – Thursdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Smiths Falls Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Smiths Falls Public Library, 81 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 2B9, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Smiths Falls Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Monday/Tuesday/Friday/Saturday: 10-5 & Wednesday/Thursday: 12-7

Whitewater Region Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Ontario
Throughout the month of June, the Whitewater Region Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available at each of the three Whitewater Region Public Libraries while supplies last.
Library Hours

Beachburg: Monday 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cobden: Monday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm; Wednesday 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Saturday – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Foresters Falls: Tuesday 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Thursday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm; Saturday – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Deep River Public Library Engagement Activities - Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Deep River Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mondays & Saturdays: 10-3 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 am-8 pm, Wednesdays and Fridays: 10 am-5:30 pm

Laurentian Hills Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rocks, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Ontario
Throughout the month of June, the Laurentian Hills Libraries has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available at both branches while supplies last.
Library Hours:

CHALK RIVER BRANCH: Monday & Wednesday 3-5pm; Tuesday & Thursday 6-9pm; Saturday 1-3pm
POINT ALEXANDER BRANCH: Monday 1-3 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10 am-12 pm and 1-3 pm; Saturday 10 am-12 pm

Madawaska Valley Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami, Biblio Bingo
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Madawaska Valley Public Library, 19474 Opeongo Line, Barry's Bay, ON K0J 1B0, Barry's Bay, Ontario, K0J 1B0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Madawaska Valley Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

Please contact the library to register for the Welcome Rock Painting Kits. Kits are available while supplies last. More details to follow.
Library Hours – Mon closed, Tues, Wed, Fri 10-12 & 1 to 5; Thurs 1-4 & 5-8; Sat 10-3

Town of Petawawa's Interactive Map Project
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Petawawa Public Library, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
By celebrating our differences and appreciating our similarities we can build a more inclusive community in Petawawa where everyone is welcomed and accepted.
The Town of Petawawa has create a wonderful community interactive map project where residents are encouraged to place a pin on the map marking the place they come from. This is a celebration of the many cultures and stories that make up the community. The map is located in a small reading nook within the Petawawa Public Library.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” ~ Jane Goodall

Ottawa Valley Reads
2023-06-01 08:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
The Ottawa Valley Reads event will mirror the successful Canada Reads competition; however, our chosen reads will celebrate culture, marginalized communities, BIPOC voices, Indigenous stories and more.
The five books that will be part of this friendly ready competition are….

Americanah – Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Our Missing Hearts – Celeste Ng
Son of Elsewhere: A Memoir in Pieces – Elamin Abdelmahmoud
Crying in H Mart – Michelle Zauner
No Bootstraps When You’re Barefoot: My rise from a Jamaican plantation shack to the boardrooms of Bay Street – Wes Hall

We can’t wait to start reading and engaging with culture! Visit you local library to see if they have these reads available to borrow. Stay tuned during the first week of June where fellow community members will champion each book on our YouTube channel. After this, the voting will commence once again to determine our winner!
Following the premieres of videos, a weekly bracket vote will commence. Participants will be asked to eliminate a book week by week until we declare a winner during the last week of June. The competition is a great way to get our communities reading and talking about their love of books!

How can I engage?

Help promote and share the competition on your social media channels
Offer the selected books for borrowing in a special library spot
Inter-library loan the reads to have multiple copies available
Consider limiting borrowing time to one or two weeks
Keep a bracket on display tracking the competition results
Participate and read the books

Indigenous Protocols, Smudging and Ceremony
2023-06-01 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Toronto) | Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, 84 Isabella St. Unit #10, Pembroke, ON, K8A 5S5, Canada
During this session hosted by the Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, attendees will explore the answers to the following questions:

What is the proper way to approach an Elder or Knowledge Keeper when you would like to request traditional knowledge, teachings, and wisdom?
Is there a specific way to enter a Circle? If so, why?
What is a tobacco tie, and why should you carry one?
What does the Sweat Lodge represent?
Why do Indigenous Peoples smudge, what is the significance?
What is important to know about Pow Wow?
Why is the reclamation of Ceremony so strong now?
How do we learn protocols surrounding UNDRIP, and apply them?

This session is open to all and will be guided through open discussions.
We ask that you register so that we know how many participants to prepare for. Register Here.

Movie Night in the Park - Someone Like Me
2023-06-01 20:30 - 23:00 (America/Toronto) | Pembroke Amphitheatre, Alexander St, Pembroke, ON, K8A 4L8, Canada
Kick off PRIDE month with a movie night in the park featuring Someone Like Me. Someone Like Me follows the parallel journeys of Drake, a gay asylum seeker from Uganda, and a group of strangers from Vancouver’s queer community who are tasked with supporting his resettlement in Canada. Together, they embark on a year-long quest for personal freedom, revealing how in a world where one must constantly fight for the right to exist, survival itself becomes a victory. Watch trailer: https://www.nfb.ca/film/someone-like-me/trailer/someone-like-me-trailer/
Gather at the Pembroke Amphitheatre at 8:30 pm, grab some free snacks, and start watching this exceptional documentary at 9 am as the sun gently sets.
Click Here to Register

Medicine Wheel Garden Dedication
2023-06-02 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus, 1 College Way, Pembroke, ON, K8A 0C8, Canada
As National Indigenous History Month commences for June, Pembroke Waterfront Campus, in partnership with Algonquin College Applied Research and The Circle of Turtle Lodge, located on the traditional unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People is excited to invite you to join us as we celebrate the opening of our Medicine Wheel Garden and share in a dedication of this sacred space.
The ceremony will begin at 11:00 am with a smudge and opening prayer and then move into speeches to acknowledge this wonderful space and the gift we are receiving. This space will have impact for our students, staff, faculty, and the extended Pembroke and Ottawa Valley community for years to come.
After the formal ceremony we hope that you will join us as we celebrate this special day in our Commons. The Campus Drum will be played and there will be Three Sister’s Soup to celebrate as we continue with conversation and connection.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus and celebrating this special day with you.
Important Note: This event will be outside & we wanted to let you know so that you can plan.
Click Here to register.
Accessibility: It is our want to make sure this event is accessible for all. Should you require accessibility support for this event please reach out to Brenda Slomka at slomkab@algonquincollege.com so that we can make sure the right arrangements have been made.

Smiths Falls Public Library - Language Carrousel Storytime
2023-06-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Smiths Falls Public Library, 81 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 2B9, Canada
Is there anything better than story time? How about Storytime in a different language? Smiths Falls Public Library invites guests to share a children’s book or story in a different language.
There is no need to register.

Petawawa PSP Family Day: Discover your Beat with a Patchwork Quilt
2023-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Garrison Petawawa Recreation Complex, 30 Festubert Blvd S-117, Petawawa, ON, K8H 2X3
Join us for Garrison Petawawa’s Family Day, a special event celebrating community, creativity, and the joy of discovery! This year, we invite you to be a part of a unique project: contributing to a community patchwork quilt with the inspiring theme of “Discover Your Beat.”
Bring your family, friends, and loved ones to the heart of Garrison Petawawa, where the spirit of togetherness and artistic expression will be in full swing. This interactive event invites attendees of all ages and backgrounds to showcase their creativity by designing their own quilt squares.
The theme, “Discover Your Beat,” encourages exploration and individuality. Each participant will have the opportunity to create a quilt square that represents their unique rhythm, interests, and passions. Whether it’s through vibrant colors, intricate patterns, or meaningful symbols, your contribution will help weave together a tapestry of stories and experiences that reflect the diverse fabric of our community.

Indigenous Culture Day
2023-06-04 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Perth’s Last Duel Park, 22 Craig Street, Perth, ON, Canada
Get ready for a wonderful Culture Day at the inauguration of the new Indigenous Healing Circle. The inauguration ceremony will be followed by a cultural celebration to honour National Indigenous History Month. All are welcome to participate in traditional Indigenous songs with the Lanark Drum Circle, watch demo dancing, and participate in craft workshops, round dance and the small feast. Plus, there are giveaways! All are welcome.
Learn more by visiting the Lanark County Neighbours for Truth & Reconciliation Facebook page.

Hand Drumming for the Soul
2023-06-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, 84 Isabella St. Unit #10, Pembroke, ON, K8A 5S5, Canada
First Nations Drums have sounded on the land for thousands of years…
Join Trevor Pearce, Drum Keeper and co-facilitator Joanne Haskin, Executive Director, Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, to experience hand drumming. “I have been honoured to be part of a Big Drum (Powwow Drum) for over a decade. Being a Drum Keeper has changed my life. I would love to share the story of the Drum, the basics of keeping a Drum, First Nations Drum Etiquette, explain a little bit about how a Drum can help heal, and perhaps share a few songs,” shares Trevor.
Hand Drums will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one.
We ask that you register here so that we know how many people to prepare for.

How to Hire Immigrants: LMIA and Work Permits
2023-06-06 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Are you struggling to find staff? Do you want to diversify your workforce, or are you interested in making international connections? Then check out our free, practical training series focused on the needs of local employers!
Our first session will provide a detailed explanation from Recruit Without Borders on work permits and completing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
This virtual event is open to all. Contact Melissa Francis to register melissaf@eecentre.com.

Lanark Highlands Public Library presents Pride Party: Celebrating Diversity, Individuality, and Acceptance
2023-06-06 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Lanark Highlands Public Library, 75 George Street, Lanark, ON, K0G1K0, Canada
Let’s do it again! We had so much fun at our pride event last year that we have planned another Pride Party at the Lanark Highlands Public Library! Celebrate every child for who they are with pride! Join us for a fun-filled event including a story time, crafts for all ages, building toys, and fun snacks! Our story time will explore the themes of diversity, individuality, and acceptance. This is a drop-in program – everyone is welcome!
Date: Tuesday, June 6
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Lanark Highlands Public Library

Deep River Public Library - Language Learning Lab
2023-06-06 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
The Language Learning Lab is a simple idea. Participants meet at the Library, socialize, and learn some new language skills.
No registration is necessary. Come ready to learn!

Co-nnect Yoga
2023-06-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Robert Simpson Park (or Nick Smith Centre Arena if it’s raining)
Co-nnect yoga in the park began through a series of events celebrating diversity, inclusivity and community connection through wellness events and local collaborations and the tradition continues.
Bring your friends, family, co-workers and more every Wednesday June 7th – August 30th 6PM – 7PM, and be guided by some amazing teachers at Robert Simpson Park in our beautiful town of Arnprior, Ontario for 13 WEEKS of all levels, all ages, all people yoga and movement practices.
Bring your mat, water, sunscreen, towel, and a community mindset because we are here to connect with each other, with practice and what it means to lift each other up and grow!!
Visit the link in the bio or www.union108.com/instudio and register for all the classes you want to attend!

Teacher: Jacqui Du Toit
Sponsor: Union 108, Town of Arnprior, WildRoga, Lululemon Bayshore & Culture Connect

ARTifacts Workshop
2023-06-08 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre, ON, Canada
Pop Up Art presents the ARTifacts workshop. This event will be taking place Thursday, June 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre in Pembroke.
This is a great way to get to know historical objects in a new way through artful journaling. Artist Tanya Lyons will be guiding you to explore techniques and will bring along a variety of art materials to create your own ARTifacts visual arts journal.

This workshop is FREE and all materials will be provided. To register email: anya@ov-caos.org

Deep River Library - Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes (Spanish)
2023-06-08 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Join the Deep River Library for Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes! Delight in enchanting tales and soothing Spanish lullabies as we create a cozy atmosphere for young ones ready to drift off to dreamland. This engaging program fosters language development and cultural appreciation through bilingual storytelling. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to nurture a love for reading and learning in your little ones. Suitable for children of all ages and their families.
No registration is necessary.

5th Annual Spirit of the Drum Traditional and Educational Powwow
2023-06-10 10:00 - 2023-06-11 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Turtle and Duck Island, 40 Abbot Street North, Town of Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada
The 5th Annual Spirit of the Drum Traditional and Educational Powwow will take place on June 10th & 11th at Duck and Turtle Islands in Smiths Falls.

This year’s event will be represented by 10 different First Nations groups including Dancers and Drum groups from New Brunswick, Kitigan Zibi Quebec, Akwesasne, Pikwakanagan, Tyendanaga. Indigenous Cultural Advisors and Knowledge Keepers from Akwesasne, Ottawa, Pikwakanagan, Tyendanaga.

On site will be Indigenous-owned and led food and craft vendors, educational displays of student projects and four free workshops for the public, taught by Cultural Advisors from the Inuit, Algonquin and Mohawk communities on history, culture, ceremony and traditions.

There will be two workshops each morning starting at 10:00 am and ending at 11:45 am.

June 10th will be focused on traditional aspects of Powwow Dance, Drumming and the lighting of the Sacred Fire. The workshop on this day will focus on Wampum beadwork, Haudenasaunee/Mohawk History and Inuit History and Culture Teachings.

June 11th will have competitive Indigenous Dances. The workshop on this day will focus on Anishinaabe/Algonquin Drum and Dance Teachings, Medicine Wheel and 4 Sacred Medicine Teachings.

The entire event, including workshops are free.

To register for the workshops, please click here

2nd Annual Renfrew Pride Picnic
2023-06-10 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Low Square, 127 Raglan St South, Renfrew, ON, Canada
Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Renfrew Pride Picnic, a delightful family-friendly event for the whole community! Celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and love in a welcoming and joyous atmosphere. Pack your picnic blanket, gather your loved ones, and come together with friends, neighbours, and allies to share in this celebration of LGBTQ+ pride. Enjoy an afternoon filled with fun activities, delicious food, and engaging entertainment. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, show support, and strengthen the bonds within our community. Everyone is welcome to join the festivities and make beautiful memories. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming event that embraces love, acceptance, and unity.
Brought to you by Renfrew Pride, Pembroke Pride and PFLAG Renfrew County.
Learn more here.
