6 Assiniboia Times, Assiniboia Saskatchewan -- November 3, 2023
Ethnic Jubilee returns to Assiniboia
Continued from front page With a higher standard of living and abundant employment opportunities, Saskatchewan is seen as one of the best provinces to immigrate to for new Canadians. “We’re pretty privileged in the province of Saskatchewan,” said Wood River MLA and provincial Agriculture Minister David Marit. “We’ve grown by over 200,000 people since 2007 with people from over 150 countries around the world.” He also echoed Mayor Schauenberg’s excitement about the Ethnic Jubilee in Assiniboia. “I see
it growing every year that I come here,” said Marit. In fact, over the past year alone, the province grew by 30,685 people for a total population of 1,209,107 (as of July 1, 2023). The event - which began in 2015 - draws on average around 800 people, with food from countries including Greece, The Philippines, France, Germany, Vietnam and India. Performances scheduled throughout the day included hoop dancer Terrance Littletent, the Raks Azhar Belly Dance Troupe, Desperate for Haggis, and the Carribean Diaspora Assemble - to name a few.
Garba Girls performed during the Ethnic Jubilee, held at the Prince of Wales Centre on October 28.
A variety of ethnic cuisine was available at the food booths.
Arts Council members Marnie Chadwick and Alison Lewis.
Greece daughters of Penelope.
Assiniboia Rotarians help raise funds for the Ukraine.
Ukrainian dancers gathered for a group photo.
First Nations showcase their culture.
Fred Forester and Christie Anne Blondeau were part of the entertainment during the event.
The Prince of Wales Centre was a hub of activity during the Ethnic Jubilee.
Photos by Linda Hall