Diversity
Eid Mubarak!
March 27, 2025
Muslims across Canada have been observing Ramadan since February 28, 2025. Ramadan is a holy month for the Muslim community, and lasts approximately 30 days. As part of this sacred ...
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March is Irish Heritage Month
March 7, 2025
March marks the beginning of Irish Heritage Month in Canada. This month we reflect on the significant contributions that Irish Canadians have made to our culture, history, and society. Irish ...
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Black History Month 2025
January 30, 2025
This February marks the start of Black History Month in Canada. This month, we celebrate Black Canadians and honour the many achievements and contributions they have made to our society. ...
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Celebrating Tamil Heritage Month
January 22, 2025
January 2025 marks the 16th annual celebration of Tamil Heritage Month in Canada. This month, we reflect on the vibrant history of Tamil Canadians and recognize the significant and ongoing ...
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities – The Importance of Advocating for a Diverse Profession
December 9, 2024
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (“IDPD”) is dedicated to celebrating persons with diverse abilities, and to promoting their equal inclusion in all aspects of society. It was celebrated ...
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Remembering Honourable Murray Sinclair
November 18, 2024
It is with great sadness that we reflect on the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair. In 2001, Murray Sinclair became the first Indigenous judge appointed to the highest court ...
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Lebanese Heritage Month
November 6, 2024
November marks the second annual national Lebanese Heritage Month in Canada. First established in 2023, this month recognizes the diversity of the various Lebanese communities in Canada and their contributions ...
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Hindu Heritage Month
November 5, 2024
November marks the beginning of Hindu Heritage Month in Canada. Established in 2022, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the world’s oldest system of beliefs along with the accomplishments, ...
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Latin American Heritage Month
October 23, 2024
LESA celebrates Latin American Heritage Month in Canada. October is a culturally significant month for Latinx people around the world. Towards the end of October and beginning of November, Día ...
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Canadian Islamic History Month
October 22, 2024
LESA celebrates Canadian Islamic History Month. Established in 2007, this month signifies an opportunity for Canadians to explore the rich history of Islam in Canada, and to recognize the contributions ...
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