You’re invited to the City of Vaughan’s Tamil Heritage Month event!
Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council, together with the Vaughan Tamils’ Heritage and Cultural Organization, invite you to join them to mark Tamil Heritage Month and Thai Pongal at the City of Vaughan’s third annual celebration. The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. in the Maple High School cafeteria (50 Springside Rd.). Doors open at 5 p.m.
The event will honour and commemorate the richness of Tamil art, heritage and culture. Festivities will include greetings from Mayor Del Duca, vibrant cultural performances by Vaughan Tamils’ community and complimentary refreshments. A traditional Tamil dinner will also be served.
Canada is proud to be home to one of the largest Tamil populations in the world, and, in January, the City honours the many contributions that Tamil Canadians have made and continue to make to Vaughan.
Pre-registration is encouraged. Confirm your attendance for the event online.
To learn more, visit vaughan.ca/culture.
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“I look forward to welcoming everyone to our third annual Tamil Heritage Month and Thai Pongal event on Saturday, Jan. 18. This joyous celebration will honour Tamil culture and traditions with incredible food, performances, and more! This event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the meaningful contributions of our active and engaged Tamil community and I hope you will join us as we recognize their remarkable achievements. We’re also excited to be co-hosting this year’s event with the Vaughan Tamils’ Heritage and Cultural Organization, and are looking forward to experiencing the magic of their exquisite art and rich heritage all month long.”
-Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- Thai Pongal is a multi-day Hindu harvest festival taking place from Monday, Jan. 13 to Thursday, Jan. 16.
- This is the City’s third annual Tamil Heritage Month and Thai Pongal event.
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