Canadian Multiculturalism Day

Multiculturalism flag-raising at Town Hall

June 25, 2021 – On the occasion of Canadian Multiculturalism Day, the Town of Caledon issued the following statement:

“Multiculturalism Day is an opportunity for us to celebrate and bring together various cultures in our communities,” said Mayor Allan Thompson.  “I want to recognize and thank Regional Councillor Johanna Downey for championing this initiative here in Caledon.”

“I’m proud to represent Caledon on the Multicultural Award Committee,” said Regional Councillor Johanna Downey.  “On this, the 50th anniversary of multiculturalism policy, it is more important than ever that we celebrate cultural diversity and provide recognition of cultural contributions in our community.”

The 2021 Multiculturalism Day in Canada is Sunday, June 27. Learn more

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Catherine McLean
Director, Customer Service and Communications
905.584.2272 x. 4146 | catherine.mclean@caledon.ca 

PHOTO CAPTION
The Multiculturalism Day flag is raised outside Town Hall. L to R: Althea Alli, Founder, Shelburne Multicultural Event and Johanna Downey, Ward 2 Regional Councillor, Town of Caledon