If your kids are off for the PA Day on Friday, June 6, and you are looking for something to do, come to the library! Chatham Branch - 10am to 5:30pm

Celebrate National Donut Day and drop in for donut related play, crafts, scavenger hunts and more! All ages. Drop-in.

You are invited to the 2025 World Refugee Day, Community Walk & Celebration, Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Fort Erie. This year’s theme is “Community as a Superpower,” a reminder of the strength we find in diversity, unity & shared purpose.

Event Time & Details: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Community Walk: Begins at 10:30 a.m.  Join the walk anywhere along the route. For those who cannot participate in the walk, join the celebration at the hall. There will be a shuttle service from 310 Central Avenue to Jarvis Street where the walk begins.  The shuttle service is sponsored by Regional Limousine & will begin at 10 a.m.
Starting Point: Fort Erie Multicultural Centre, 50 Jarvis Street, Fort Erie

A small break & visit at the Peace Bridge Newcomer Centre will take place mid-walk, with refreshments, treats & some history of the Centres welcoming of refugees in the Fort Erie community.  The walk will conclude at 1 p.m., where a celebration with lunch & presentations will take place.  

Celebration & Lunch: Begins at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome!
Location: St. Michael's Church Hall, 310 Central Avenue, Fort Erie

Join us on this very special occasion to celebrate the power of community & honour the resilience & wonderful contributions refugees & newcomers make in Niagara!

This event is proudly presented in partnership with: 
Mennonite Central Committee, Fort Erie Multicultural Centre, YMCA of Niagara, Welland Heritage Council and Multicultural Centre, Bridges Niagara and the Niagara Local Immigration Partnership.