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National Indigenous History Month is a time to celebrate the histories, cultures, languages, knowledge, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. Here in Don Valley North, the namesake of the Park and Community Recreation Centre next to the Bessarion subway station was suggested by the Huron-Wendat Nation, Ethennonnhawahstihnen’ (pronounced Etta-nonna wasti-nuh), meaning “where […]

It was a pleasure to join colleauges and the @ItalyinCanada Ambassador H.E. @Aless_Cattaneo for an Italian flag raising ceremony on Parliament Hill in honour of Festa della Repubblica and celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic and to kick off Italian Heritage Month.

It was a gorgeous day to meet neighbours and talk about what we love about Canada Day. Thanks to our tireless DVN Youth Council and volunteers for coming out and delivering Canada Day signs. Get in touch if you’d like a sign, we’ll deliver to your door! https://tinyurl.com/yc4z4h3a

It was a pleasure joining the @ACCTFoundation Leaders’ Summit with my good friend @BardishKW and discuss how we can empower Chinese Canadians to fully participate in their communities and ensure representation in all areas of life.

It was a pleasure to attend the reception for the Ontario Week of Appreciation for the Nonprofit Sector and celebrate the organizations and volunteers who strengthen our communities everyday. Big shout-out to Raksha @BhayanaAwards for being the driving force behind this event.

Our government has a plan to double the capacity of our electricity grid by 2050 by building critical energy infrastructure across Canada and connecting fragmented provincial and territorial electricity grids across the country. This transformation will not only protect our energy security and build a more connected and sustainable Canada, but also a more affordable […]

It was a pleasure visiting @minocareapp and learning about how they’re working to make perinatal and reproductive healthcare culturally responsive and patient-centred so that parents can get healthcare that reflects their experiences and needs.

Vyshyvanka Day is an opportunity to show solidarity with Ukrainians and honour their remarkable resistance by wearing the vyshyvanka, a traditional embroidered shirt. Canada stands firmly with the people of Ukraine in support of a just and lasting peace.

It was a pleasure to join Heritage Canada’s Asian Heritage Month celebration and take in the wonderful performances. Generations of Asians across Canada have contributed to the rich tapestry of our country and it was great to celebrate with community leaders from across Canada.

Happy Canadian Turtle Week! If you’d like to help protect turtle nests, hatchlings, and habitat in Don Valley North’s beautiful ravines, get in touch with the excellent and dedicated group of volunteers at the Bayview Village Turtle Stewards! #CanadianTurtleWeek