First photo is of a student singing at a celebration event accompanied by a teacher on guitar. Second photo is of students holding up flags of South American countries including Panama, Cuba and Mexico. Third photo is of students performing with colourful ribbons at a celebration event. Fourth photo is of a student and staff member performing with traditional drums at a celebration event.

Heritage Celebrations

Latin-Hispanic Canadian Heritage Month

Graphic that says Latin Hispanic Heritage Month along with illustrations related to Latin-Hispanic heritage, along with the quote “And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”

Latin-Hispanic Canadian Heritage Month is observed in October. It is an opportunity to remember, celebrate and educate future generations about the outstanding achievements and contributions of Hispanic people in the province.

Ontario is home to more than 400,000 first-, second- and third-generation Canadians of Hispanic origin. As early as 1914, Canadians who originated from 23 Hispanic countries began immigrating to the province and today the Hispanic community is one of the fastest growing in Ontario.

Hispanic-Canadians represent a dynamic community that has made significant contributions to the growth and prosperity of the Province of Ontario.

Proclamation

Refer to the following Latin-Hispanic Canadian Heritage​​​ Month proclamation:

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