All welcome to attend Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month gathering at City Hall

The City will hold a gathering at City Hall on Monday, March 3 to kick off Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month (March). This gathering will take place between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. in Council Chambers at Saskatoon City Hall. The event is open to all. Attendees will hear remarks from special guests about the importance of diversity and inclusion and combatting racism in our community. Speakers include: Mayor Cynthia Block (video message), Western Region 2A Director for Metis Nation Saskatchewan Kathie Pruden-Nansel, Saskatchewan Human Right Commission (SHRC) Chief Commissioner Treena Sikora and City of Saskatoon Auntie Advocate Dorthea Swiftwolfe.

Councillor Senos Timon will act as Master of Ceremonies.

Attendees will also be treated to cultural performances by spoken word poet Ahmad Majid and the Chinese Martial Arts Academy.

Following the program in Council Chambers, the Race Relations Flag will be raised in Civic Square where it will remain raised for one week. 

Since 1990, Saskatoon City Council has proclaimed March Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month — an opportunity to heighten awareness about the importance of social cohesion, inclusion, and creating equitable communities. Several activities are planned for the month of March in recognition of cultural diversity and race relations. To learn more, visit saskatoon.ca/RaceRelations.