​​​BRAMPTON, ON – June is Italian, Filipino and Portuguese Heritage Months and the City of Brampton is proud to celebrate these communities that help to shape the diverse mosaic of the city. Brampton celebrates the many contributions of the Italian, Filipino and Portuguese communities. 

Save the Date

Celebrate Portuguese Heritage Month

Celebrate Portuguese Heritage Month with a community flag raising and a weekend of fun activities.

Lusofonia Festival

Date: May 31 – June 2 
Location: Chinguacousy Park 

Community Flag Raising

Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time: 11 am
Location: Ken Whillans Square 

Explore the Lusfonia Festival in Chinguacousy Park and enjoy a weekend of music, performances and a gastronomy and handicraft fair. Learn more by visiting brampton.ca/portugueseheritagemonth​

Celebrate Filipino Heritage Month 

Enjoy musical and dance performances and free traditional cuisine, including the popular dessert halo-halo! This event is held in partnership with the Brampton Filipino Seniors Club and the Federation of Filipino Canadians in Brampton. 

Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Time: 6 pm community flag raising and reception
Location: Ken Whillans Square & City Hall 

Learn more at brampton.ca/filipinoheritagemonth​

Celebrate Italian Heritage Month 

Enjoy live entertainment and free traditional cuisine as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month.

Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024
Time: 1 pm community flag raising and reception
Location: Ken Whillans Square 

Learn more at brampton.ca/italianheritagemonth

Quotes

“Brampton is such a beautiful, diverse community. Celebrating Italian, Filipino and Italian people this month reminds us of some of the incredible people who make up the mosaic of our city. I encourage everyone to come out to the events and learn about and celebrate the beautiful traditions of these cultures and the many contributions they have and continue to make to Brampton.”  
Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton ​​​

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As one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, Brampton is home to nearly 700,000 people and more than 10​0,000 businesses. People are at the heart of everything we do. We are energized by our diverse communities, we attract investment, and we are embarking​ on a journey to lead technological and environmental innovation. We partner for progress to build a healthy city that is safe, sustainable, and successful. Connect with us on X (f​ormerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Learn more at www.brampton.ca

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