🌷 We’re excited to represent Turkish culture as Burc Intercultural Centre at the Calgary Nowruz Celebration Hosted by the Kazakhstani Society of Calgary. Held on March 21, 2026, at the Triwood Community Association in Calgary, this special event brought together people from diverse backgrounds to celebrate Nowruz, a time of renewal, unity, and hope. It was a wonderful day filled with cultural exchange, meaningful conversations, and vibrant traditions. We were proud to share elements of Turkish heritage, connect with fellow community members, and experience the richness of different cultures all in one place.
A heartfelt thank you to the organizers and everyone who attended for creating such a welcoming and joyful atmosphere. Events like these remind us of the beauty of multiculturalism and the importance of building bridges between communities.
We look forward to many more opportunities to celebrate together! 🌸
The 16th annual Calgary Intercultural Festival of 2025 was celebrated with great enthusiasm
The 16th edition of the Calgary Intercultural Festival was a vibrant showcase of cultural diversity. Held at the Dalhousie Community Center, the festival brought together people from all cultures to share in the excitement. The event started at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, and finished at 8 p.m. on Sunday. Nearly 20 booths offered a diverse selection of delicious food from around the world, vibrant cultural displays, and a variety of art products. Associate Minister of Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen also attended the event and delivered a speech, emphasizing the value of intercultural connection and inclusion in Alberta. The stage also featured a wide range of incredible performances. Here are just a few highlights:
• Melody Dance Group – Iranian cultural dance • Silk Silhouette Dance Team – Vietnamese traditional dance • Silk Silhouette Dance Team’s Youth Group Vkids Connect – Vietnamese traditional dance • Maherlika Dance Group – Filipino folk dancers • Filipino Arts and Culture Society of Alberta – Filipino folk dancers • Azeri Calgary Stars – Azerbaijani folk dance • Anna Pompeeva – Ukrainian solo vocalist • Silya Mehri – Solo Violin Performance – Lebanese culture • Asiya Iskander – Solo Dance Performance- Kazakh Culture • Horon Dance – Turkish children’s folk dance • Zeybek Dance – Aegean regional folk performance • Reyhani Dance – Turkish children’s folk dance • Emir Enes Deniz– Turkish pop-rock guitar performance • MFÖ Tribute – Kids group karaoke • Sıra Gecesi – Traditional Turkish night re-enactment • Closing singing Performance by all kids- Yeni bir dünya (A new world)
Get Ready for the 16th Annual Calgary Intercultural Festival!
Mark your calendars for August 30–31, 2025, as the Calgary Intercultural Festival returns to the Dalhousie Community Association for a weekend of vibrant cultural celebration! Now in its 16th year, this beloved event brings together communities from across Calgary and beyond to share music, dance, food, art, and traditions from around the world. Explore our program flow below and see what’s in store for this unforgettable weekend of connection, culture, and community.
🌍 We are excited that the 16th Calgary Intercultural Festival is Coming Soon!🌍
📍 Dalhousie Community Association, Calgary 🗓 August 30–31, 2025(Free Entry)
🎉 Get ready, Calgary! The 16th Intercultural Festival is just around the corner — a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and unity. Hosted by local communities from across the globe, this year’s festival brings together music, dance, art, and storytelling in one unforgettable weekend.
📅 Save the Date: 🗓 August 30–31, 2025 📍 Dalhousie Community Association 📌 5432 Dalhart Rd NW, Calgary, AB
Here’s a first look at some of the incredible performers joining us:
🌟 Performers
Melody Dance Group – Iranian cultural dance Silk Silhouette Dance Team – Vietnamese traditional dance Maherlika Dance Group – Filipino folk dancers Filipino Arts and Culture Society of Alberta – Filipino folk dancers Azeri Calgary Stars – Azerbaijani folk dance Anna Pompeeva – Ukrainian solo vocalist Tusher Samin – Bengali acoustic singer-songwriter Silya Mehri – Solo Violin Performance – Lebanese culture Asiya Iskander – Solo Dance Performance- Kazakh Culture Adrian Wolfleg – Indigenous elder (opening talk) Horon Dance – Turkish children’s folk dance Reyhani Dance – Turkish children’s folk dance Emir Enes – Turkish pop-rock guitar performance SenaSahin– Youth karaoke performance MustafaKabay– Turkish folk music with saz MFÖ Tribute – Kids group karaoke Sıra Gecesi – Traditional Turkish night reenactment Zeybek Dance – Aegean regional folk performance Ebru Marbling Art – Live Turkish water painting demo Community Art Booths – Henna, face painting, photo & painting exhibits
✨ Don’t miss this celebration of community, heritage, and creativity. There will be performances, cultural showcases, family activities, and delicious international food.
Let’s celebrate diversity, unity, and joy — together in Calgary!
Burc Intercultural Centre proudly hosted a vibrant Nowruz celebration at the Dalhousie Community Centre on May 11. The event featured a rich and diverse program, including traditional dance performances, folk songs, poetry recitations, engaging competitions, and gift presentations. Attendees enjoyed a lively and culturally immersive experience that brought together community members of all ages to celebrate the spirit of Nowruz.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Government of Alberta for its generous support, which made this meaningful event possible.
The Program Flow was:
1- Adrian Wolfleg – Opening Speech – He is a member of the Siksika Nation, part of the Calgary Public Library’s Elders’ Guidance Circle, and Cultural Knowledge Keeper of the Alberta Men’s Network
2 – Melody Dance Group – Persian Origin Dance performances
We celebrated Volunteer Week with great enthusiasm, bringing together both new and longtime volunteers.
On May 3–4, IDI celebrated Volunteer Week with great enthusiasm, bringing together both new and longtime volunteers. The events featured presentations highlighting the vital role of volunteerism in building stronger communities.
In recognition of their dedication, returning volunteers received certificates of appreciation, while new volunteers were warmly welcomed with a special celebration. Participants also enjoyed a variety of delicious food throughout the events.
The atmosphere was full of motivation and inspiration, culminating in the decision to establish volunteer clubs at universities. Some of the young female volunteers stepped forward to support the formation and development of these clubs.
We thank Alberta Volunteer for their generous support.
Join us for a vibrant evening of music, dance, and cultural sharing! Experience rich traditions from various ethnocultural and Indigenous communities through:
🎶 Live performances
🎨 Cultural workshops & food tastings
🗣 Intercultural dialogue
👧 Youth cultural exchange
Let’s come together to celebrate unity in diversity! ✨
Join us as we celebrate the incredible contributions of our amazing volunteers!
You’re invited to our Volunteer Appreciation Event on May 3 and 4
Location: 2937 19 St NE, Calgary
Together, let’s honour the power of community, diversity, and kindness. What to expect: • Delicious food • Thoughtful gifts • Volunteer certificates • A chance to connect with fellow volunteers
IDI and Emmanuel Community Church Came Together in Calgary for an Event Hosted by the Church
On the morning of January 12, members of IDI and Emmanuel Community Church came together in Calgary for an event hosted by the church. The program highlighted ‘Jesus in the Quran’ and provided an opportunity to share IDI’s mission of fostering dialogue and understanding between cultures and faiths. Following the Sunday worship, attendees shared a delicious lunch, connecting through meaningful conversations and exchanging ideas.
An evening of togetherness: A Christmas Celebration Dinner
Spring reminds us of the beauty of diversity — different flowers blooming in vibrant colours, each with its unique scent. Just as black stands out boldly on white, our differences make us more visible and beautiful.
At IDI Calgary, we believe God created us in diverse colours, races, and cultures to celebrate this richness together and we did it on December 19, 2024
