Category: diversity
We are excited to tell you about an historic event for Strathcona County. This will be the first time the Treaty 6 flag has been raised officially in the County. Mayor Rod Frank and Grand Chief Billy Morin will be in attendance and both will be speaking. The event is scheduled for 11:00 am Thursday August … Continue reading Treaty 6 flag raising (Aug 27 2020)
Wise words from a leader in the Civil Rights movement. Working for justice, equity and inclusion are the work of a lifetime. Speak up and make some noise in whatever place and time you have the opportunity. RIP John Lewis #goodtrouble #shpk #strathconacounty
The feast day of Saint John the Baptist was a popular feast day in many European countries. The holiday arrived in Quebec along with the first French colonists, with celebrations being noted as far back as 1636. Over the next few centuries, festivities didn't really turn into a major holiday. The upturn in its … Continue reading Joyeuse Saint-Jean Baptiste! (June 24 2020)
Strathcona County Pride is moving online this year in recognition of the ongoing pandemic, but that doesn't mean it'll be any less fun! We have a whole week planned with events and activities. Monday, June 1st: At 11am, we'll be streaming a Pride Flag Raising with Mayor Rod Frank and members of Council. We're taking … Continue reading Pride Is Coming! June 1-7 2020
Strathcona County Diversity Committee 