OneWorld Festival

11th ANNUAL ONEWORLD MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL

February 24, 2024 | 11:00AM - 3:00PM

FREE • FAMILY-FRIENDLY • FUN

Celebrate diversity with us!

Welcome to the 11th annual OneWorld Multicultural Festival, presented by South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS).

The SOICS team is thrilled to invite you to this exciting event hosted at the beautiful Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference!

 

The South Okanagan is home to residents that represent over 110 countries and territories of origins, and the OneWorld Multicultural Festival proudly represents more than 35 of them.

Get ready to immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and stories!

DISCOVER

Get inspired by Immigrant Success Stories through visual displays that share the incredible journeys and obstacles newcomers have overcome.

Cultural Headwear & Hats from Around the World

SOICS Student Films

WATCH

Be captivated by Multicultural Performances that showcase the diverse talents and vibrant cultural expressions of our community. Prepare to be amazed!

Men’s Prairie Chicken Dance

Japanese Drumming

Bhangra

Bakya & Itak Itak Folk Dance

Pipe Band Performance

Colombian Folklore Dance

Jingle Dress Dance

Highland Dance

Traditional Chinese Instrumental Music

Afro Jazz

Filipino Folk Dance

Scottish Country Dance

TASTE

Indulge your senses with the mouthwatering flavors of International Cuisine. From delectable dishes to irresistible treats, our 11 Food Vendors will take you on a culinary journey around the world.

Japanese Kitchen Kura

Taste of Philippines

Thai Food

Ukraine Pastries/Sun Flower

EDSA Filipino Store

Maria’s Syrian Food

Marmalade Cat Cafe (Mexico)

Dumpling Truck at H & L Farm (China)

Accent Chocolate (Hungary)

Indian Food and Baking

510 Pizza (India)

SUPPORT

Engage with Local Businesses at our information and merchandise tables. Discover unique products, services, and initiatives that contribute to the vibrant fabric of our community.

Chinese Crafts (Mona & Min Zhang)

Persian Crafts (Seterah)

Indian Trendz by Silvia

Japanese Origami & Games (Maki)

Japanese Jewelry

Banglades (Mohammad)

Henna (Hira)

Theytus Books (Ann)

Honduras Crochet (Susan & Nelie)

LUSO Canadian Multicultural Society

Okanagan Irish Society

Rose Life Women Centre

Nigeria and Africans in Kelowna

Penticton Scottish Society

THE VENUE

Getting to the Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre is a breeze!

The Penticton Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre is located at 21 Lakeshore Drive.

We recommend parking in the parkade, which is $2/hour - payable by QR code (or at the front desk if needed).

Street parking is also available for your convenience.

HELPFUL TIPS

• This is a family-friendly event with kids activities to keep the little ones entertained.

• Seating is limited so arrive early to secure your spot near the OneWorld stage.

• Don't forget to bring cash for food and purchases - some vendors are not able to accept credit or debit payments.

Want a sneak peak of what to expect?

Check out SOICS’ 2022 Virtual OneWorld Celebration

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS) acknowledges that the South Okanagan-Similkameen is the traditional, ancestral and stolen territory of the syilx people of the Okanagan Nation.

We are grateful to the syilx people who have always cared for these lands, water, and air and continue to do so today.

This land acknowledgement is just a first step on our journey of learning the truth and working towards reconciliation.

OUR SPONSORS

SOICS would like to thank the Penticton Lakeside Resort and Convention Centre for their generous donation of the space to host this unique event.

We also thank our funders Canadian Heritage and Resilience BC for their continuous support of anti-racism initiatives in our community.

And, of course, we thank all of you!

On behalf of SOICS, we wish to extend a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for your support by attending the OneWorld Multicultural Festival and celebrating diversity together!

SOICS

South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services (SOICS) is a non-profit and registered charity dedicated to building welcoming, inclusive, and equitable communities. As is a one-stop shop, SOICS that provides a wide range of free services for newcomers from diverse backgrounds through education, advocacy, and projects that support their integration.

Our multilingual and culturally diverse team members provide language classes, childminding, skills development workshops, mentorship, community connections, employment, settlement support, and information newcomers need to know about starting their lives in Canada.

With the support of local partners including educational institutions, businesses, and community organizations across the South Okanagan-Similkameen region, our organization makes an impact in the broader community by enhancing its capacity for social and economic integration while enabling newcomers to integrate faster into their new Canada communities.

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