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Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month is a month-long celebration for the duration of October. It honors the rich cultural and historical contributions of Hispanic and Latinx cultures, encompassing the diverse heritage, traditions, and achievements of people with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean.
During this time, various events, festivals, and educational programs are held to recognize and appreciate the significant impact of Hispanic and Latinx communities.
Read on for suggested reads, resources, and more.
PD Day Fun: Day of the Dead / El Día de los Muertos
Friday, November 1
All day, all WPL locations
Spend your day off from school at the library and learn about the Day of the Dead / el Día de los Muertos – a festival widely observed in Mexico to remember and celebrate loved ones! Each WPL location will have a number of do-it-yourself activities available, including colouring, a scavenger hunt and a craft available all day long.
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Events and Resources
- CBC Article: Who Is Latin American?
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Canadian Association of Hispanists
The Canadian Association of Hispanists was founded in 1964. Its aim is to promote Hispanic studies in Canada and to contribute to the professional work of its members.
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Canadian Association for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CALACS)
The Canadian Association for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CALACS) facilitates networking and information exchange among persons, in Canada and abroad, engaged in teaching and research on Latin America and the Caribbean
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Hispanic Canadian Arts & Cultural Association
The Hispanic Canadian Arts & Cultural Association is a non-profit charitable organization that supports the development of local artists, including musicians, visual artists, performers and others interested in Latin American and Hispanic music and culture.
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Latin American-Canadian Arts Project
The Latin American-Canadian Arts Project is a Toronto-based, not-for-profit arts organization dedicated to the implementation of art projects which promote Latin American art in Canada with an emphasis on artistic excellence, critically engaged artistic practices, and hemispheric networks of exchange.
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Latin Parade and Fall Fiesta 2024
The biggest Hispanic/Latin American Parade in Canada. 20+ countries marching. 50+ groups from the GTA, Ottawa, Kitchener, Montreal, Buffalo, and other cities are marching. Thousands of our community members will display their pride in having Hispanic/Latin American roots.
Arts, culture, food, music, dance, handicrafts, traditions, identity, and more!
Parade: Saturday, September 28
Time: 11:00am
Location: St. George St. and Bloor St. to Yonge St. / Bloor St. and Yonge St. to Dundas Square, TorontoFall Fiesta: Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September 29
Time: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Dundas Square (Yonge St. and Dundas St.) TorontoLearn more here.
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National Film Board of Canada Latin American Collection
Discover the National Film Board of Canada’s selection of films about Latin American communities in Canada and abroad.
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University of Waterloo Spanish and Latin American Studies
The University of Waterloo’s Spanish and Latin American Studies programs examine the diverse societies of Latin America and Spain through a de-colonial lens to explore and make sense of the experiences of the peoples of the region.