CANCELLED: This session is cancelled due to illness.

Veronica is excited to share her knowledge of spices with you! You may not know many of the spices found in your spice rack are good for more than just seasoning food – let's learn together!

Visualize connections through art! Join Diego to illustrate the movement of people through space and time using threads on a map of Kjipuktuk/Halifax. Residents are invited to chart their individual journeys to weave a web symbolizing our interconnectedness as a community.

Move along with Céline as we explore the world of "fusion dance" and how we can honour the cultures in which many of these fusion movements are rooted. We’ll also discuss ways to inspire a life of dance at home and in our community!

Join Kate Felicia in sharing and learning about the four technologies of magic! This exciting session is based on the work of Martha Beck who travelled the world to study the ways of healers across different cultures.

Discover the joy and beauty of calligraphy and origami with the Japanese Society from Dalhousie University. Come join this hands-on session to learn about artistic writing practices and the art of paper folding!

Immerse yourself in cultural exchange at "Language Connect"! Engage in lively conversations with community members while rotating through tables featuring various languages. Learn and share sentences, fostering connections and celebrating the diversity of our community!

Enjoy a taste of Korean culture with Alex Oh and the NS Korean Language & Culture Centre. Join in to make and taste Korean food, learn how to read Korean (it's easy!), talk about K-dramas, create folk crafts, and more!

Do you have a green thumb, a love for languages, and an interest in building? Join us at the Build Trailer popup to build the first piece of a new outdoor community space! We are working with our neighbours at Alliance Française to create a place in the North End where languages, plants, and pollinators will flourish together!

Créer des espaces pour les langues et les pollinisateurs

Avez-vous la main verte, une passion pour les langues, et un intérêt pour le bricolage? Venez construire avec nous pour démarrer un projet qui créera un nouveau espace communautaire en plein aire! En partenariat avec nos voisins à l’Alliance Française, nous construisons une place où les langues, les plantes, et les pollinisateurs pourront fleurir ensemble!

Enjoy a taste of Korean culture with Alex Oh and the NS Korean Language & Culture Centre. Join in to make and taste Korean food, learn how to read Korean (it's easy!), talk about K-dramas, create folk crafts, and more!

PLEASE NOTE: This session is cancelled due to illness.

Veronica is excited to share her knowledge of spices with you! You may not know many of the spices found in your spice rack are good for more than just seasoning food - let's learn together!

Immerse yourself in cultural exchange at "Language Connect"! Engage in lively conversations with community members while rotating through tables featuring various languages. Learn and share sentences, fostering connections and celebrating the diversity of our community!

Enjoy a taste of Korean culture with Alex Oh and the NS Korean Language & Culture Centre. Join in to make and taste Korean food, learn how to read Korean (it's easy!), talk about K-dramas, create folk crafts, and more!

Kwe’! Hello! Salam! Ni hao! Dobryj Den! Kjipuktuk/Halifax is home to speakers of Mi’kmaw, English, French, and many other languges. We’re gathered from around the world to teach phrases in different languages. Join us to learn, converse, and connect!

Kwe’! Hello! Salam! Ni hao! Dobryj Den! Kjipuktuk/Halifax is home to speakers of Mi’kmaw, English, French, and many other languges. We’re gathered from around the world to teach phrases in different languages. Join us to learn, converse, and connect!

I’m Tomas (He/They)! I’m an Italian/Ukrainian settler who moved to Mi’kma’ki with my partner. I love spending time outdoors, sharing food with friends, and crafting. I’m grateful to learn of and witness the strength of community in the North End.

Inspired by a little boy’s love of play and adventure—the Multicultural Playtime Society showcases children’s games from around the world. We couldn’t think of a better way to delight and connect with community. Bring the family and come play!

Hi, I’m Veronica and I’m extremely excited to share my knowledge of spices with you! You may not know that many of the spices found in your spice rack are good for more than just seasoning food—let’s learn together!

Jesse Benjamin is a proud Indigenous woman, mother of four and a Mi’kmaq fancy shawl dancer. Join her in this session to explore what to expect at a powwow and cover some common powwow etiquette.

Wyatt is from Listuguj First Nation but has lived in Kjipuktuk for twenty years. With a career in public service and education, he’s keen on engaging in conversations on all matters related to ReconciliAction. Wyatt was part of the team in its earlier days and is excited to keep contributing towards this important work!

Frances, Dora and Rebecca are BACK with another interactive, insightful and fun Inuit Culture session at the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre. Come join us and experience Inuit culture and traditions through shared knowledge, demonstration, and activities.

Vineeta is a henna artist & owner of Halifax Henna. She has been practicing henna since the age of 13. She has been a successful business owner for 9 years & is proud to spread her love for henna art. Come learn the art of henna with us, no experience required. Photo by Blinking Lens Photography.

I’m Debra and I’m excited to meet you and share Luski together. I live in Uniacke Square. I’m a mother of three and grandmother of eighteen. I come from a mixed cultural heritage of Black Nova Scotian and First Nations, and I am proud of both my cultures.

The Mi’kmaq have traditionally used the moon as a measurement of time passing and the names given to each moon or month are based on whatever is happening in the surrounding natural environment at that time. Come and explore the Mi’kmaw Lunar calendar in a fun and interactive way!

Garrett Gloade is an artist, cultural consultant and drummer from Millbrook First Nation. Join him in this session as he shares his knowledge around traditional medicine bag teachings, and make your own!

Hi, I’m Frances. I grew up in the urban Indigenous community in Halifax and now manage the Atelihai (Welcome) Inuit program of the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre. Come experience Inuit culture and traditions through shared knowledge and demonstration.