BRAMPTON, ON (January 13, 2025) – January is Tamil Heritage Month, a time to reflect on the rich history, culture, resiliency and strength of Tamil communities across Canada. As home to a large Tamil diaspora, the City of Brampton recognizes Canada’s Tamil community and their significant social, cultural and economic contributions.
Today also marks the start of Thai Pongal, a multi-day Hindu festival celebrated by Tamils. The festival signifies the beginning of the Tamil month of Thai and celebrates prosperity and the arrival of a new season.
As part of Tamil Heritage Month, the City of Brampton invites residents to celebrate Tamil culture and traditions on January 25. Held in partnership with the Brampton Tamil Association and Brampton Tamil Seniors Association and generously sponsored by Algoma University, the event will kick off with a community flag raising at City Hall in Ken Whillans Square, followed by a reception featuring live performances, musical and dance showcases and free traditional Tamil cuisine it the City Hall Atrium & Conservatory.
Brampton residents are invited to join the City of Brampton to celebrate Tamil Heritage Month. Credit: City of Brampton
Event details:
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Time: 2 pm to 5 pm - Event begins with a community flag raising, followed by a reception
Location: Ken Whillans Square and City Hall Atrium, 2 Wellington St W, Brampton, ON L6Y 1P4
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“The City of Brampton is proud to celebrate Tamil Heritage Month and Thai Pongal, recognizing the significant contributions of Tamil Canadians in building a vibrant, inclusive and diverse Brampton. This event is an opportunity to honour Tamil culture and traditions while coming together as a community to celebrate the resiliency and strength of our Tamil residents.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
“The Tamil community plays a vital role in Brampton’s cultural mosaic. Tamil Heritage Month and the Thai Pongal celebrations highlight the richness of Tamil history, culture and traditions. We are excited to host this event and encourage all residents to join us in honouring and celebrating Tamil Heritage Month.” - Harkirat Singh, Deputy Mayor, City Councillor, Wards 9 & 10, Chair, Corporate Services Committee
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