SASKATOON — The City of Saskatoon will hold a gathering at City Hall on Monday, March 3 to kick off Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month.
This gathering,10 and 11 a.m. in council chambers, is open to all. Attendees will hear remarks from special guests about the importance of diversity and inclusion and combatting racism in the community. Speakers include: Mayor Cynthia Block (video message), Western Region 2A Director for Métis 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 emcee.
Attendees will also be treated to cultural performances by spoken word poet Ahmad Majid and the Chinese Martial Arts Academy.
Following the program, 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 .
