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Cinco De Mayo – Mexican/Mexican-American
Spanish for 'Fifth of May' - An annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In the... Read More
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Victory Day – Russia
Victory Day in Russia marks the anniversary of the 1945 victory over Nazi Germany. It is a major, non-working public holiday featuring significant military parades—notably in Moscow's Red Square—and commemorative... Read More
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Carman Community Supper
Carman United Church 142 1 St SW, Carman, CanadaAt Carman Wellness Connections we believe that “a strong community is built on connection, purpose, and a sense of belonging.” Monthly Community Suppers provide an excellent way to help achieve... Read More
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International Day of Families (UN)
The theme of the 2026 observance, “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing,” underscores how widening inequalities are shaping family life and influencing children’s futures. It calls for stronger investment in integrated, family-oriented policies... Read More
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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
The International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia is observed on 17 May and aims to coordinate international events that raise awareness of LGBTQ rights violations and stimulate interest in... Read More
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Victoria Day – Canada
Victoria Day is observed on the last Monday preceding May 25 to honour Queen Victoria, who is known as the "Mother of Confederation". It is informally considered the start of... Read More
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World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (UNESCO)
Held every year on 21 May, UNESCO leads the celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlighting not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but... Read More