Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month Events & Activities
March is Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month. This year marks the 31st anniversary since the inception of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, which highlights the continued commitment to the citizens of Saskatoon to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed, respected, and can live without facing racism or discrimination.
In 1990, City Council proclaimed March as Race Relations Month, marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination which falls on March 21 annually. The date commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville massacre in South Africa where peaceful demonstrators against apartheid were killed by police officers.
In recognition, during the month of March, a number of activities are initiated by a diverse cross-section of the community ranging from elementary school children to community group representatives.
Join us! The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee presents “Living in Harmony” awards to recognize local organizations or individuals for their efforts in promoting intercultural harmony. The winners will be announced at a public “Living in Harmony” Awards Ceremony on Friday, March 20, 2020.
COVID - 19 Response: Event Cancellations
In light of the recent confirmation of Saskatoon’s first presumptive case of COVID-19, many events in Saskatoon have been cancelled. Please refer to the host organization of each event listed below for information regarding their event.
Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month Activities
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Saskatchewan Craft Council is pleased to present The Flower People, a solo exhibition by Melanie Monique Rose. |
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Thursday, February 27 |
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Cultural Diversity & Race Relations Opening Ceremony and Flag Raising |
Friday, February 28 |
Anti-Racism Network Training: |
Saturday, February 29 |
Newcomers’ Forum |
Tuesday, March 3 |
Circle of Voices: Hospitals, Broken Pianos with Gordon Tootoosis Nikaniwin Theatre |
March 5 - 13 |
Settler News Narratives of HIV Non-Disclosure: Deconstructing Representations of Indigeneity, Sexuality and Law |
Thursday, March 12 Free and open to the public |
Anti-Discrimination Response Training |
Tuesday, March 17 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration required. RSVP to: abuckley@afcs.ca See poster for details. |
Saskatchewan Intercultural Association Reel to Real Film Festival |
March 17-18 Featured films: “Between Allah & Me” and the “Birth of a Family” |
Friday, March 20 |