THE Guyanese organisers of the annual Heritage Day celebration in Coboconk Kawartha Lake, Ontario, Canada, recently announced the success of this year’s event.
Blessed with perfect weather and an impressive turnout, the celebration brought together Guyanese from diverse backgrounds and denominations, joined by their Amerindian brothers and sisters, to honour Guyana’s rich cultural heritage.
A notable highlight of this year’s event was the participation of members from the Métis tribe in Northern Ontario, further emphasising the inclusivity and unity fostered by the celebration.

The Honourable Consul General of Toronto, Canada, Mani Singh, delivered a brief yet impactful speech, underscoring the significance of celebrating the achievements of First Nations.
Under the theme of “One Guyana,” Singh encouraged attendees to continue contributing to Guyana’s development in any way possible. He also praised the Heritage Committee for their remarkable efforts in showcasing Guyana’s vibrant culture to the wider world.
Singh also honoured one of the elders of the Arawak tribe from Guyana, De Camp, during the event. In addition, tokens of appreciation were presented to the executives of the Heritage Day Celebration Committee for their dedication in organising the event.

The celebration featured a diverse array of Guyanese delicacies, allowing attendees to enjoy traditional dishes such as pepperpot, cassava bread, piwari, fly, achee coonoo, tuma pot, sugar cake, egg balls, cassava pone, and polouri, among others.
There were activities for all ages, including sack races, egg-and-spoon races, and a dancing competition for children, which added a playful and festive atmosphere to the day.

As the day drew to a close, many patrons expressed their gratitude to the committee for organising such a well-planned and enjoyable event. Organisers have announced that planning for next year’s celebration will commence soon, with an early venue selection in the works.
This marks the fourth year the Heritage Committee has successfully organised the Heritage Day celebration in various locations across Ontario, Canada, continuing to strengthen ties within the Guyanese community while promoting the country’s cultural heritage.