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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
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SUMMARY:Enkutatash
DESCRIPTION:Enkutatash is the Ethiopian and Eritrean New Year.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/enkutatash/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T220000
DTSTAMP:20260911T214946Z
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SUMMARY:50% off tickets to Live Kicks show featuring Steve Dawson and Joachim Cooder for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a Newcomer to Canada\, Kicking Horse Culture is offering 50% off tickets to the Live Kicks show featuring Steve Dawson and Joachim Cooder at the Golden Civic Centre on September 17th. \n\n\n \n\n\nEnjoy a night of live music while connecting with new friends and neighbours! \n\n\n \n\n\nYou can learn more about these two artists sharing the stage for an entire night\, swapping songs\, backing each other up and following the music wherever it leads here. To get your 50% ticket discount code\, email Katherine at ekzip@cbal.org. Tickets must be purchased in advance.\n\n\n \n\n\n(Not sure if you’re a Newcomer to Canada or not? Email Katherine to check!)
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/50-off-tickets-to-live-kicks-show-featuring-steve-dawson-and-joachim-cooder-for-newcomers/
LOCATION:Golden Civic Centre\, 806 10th Ave S\, Golden\, British Columbia\, V0A 0A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cultural,EKZIP / CBAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T150000
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Park - Fernie
DESCRIPTION:Fernie Pride Society is hosting Pride in the Park on Saturday\, September 19.It will be a fun afternoon for the whole family — and it’s FREE!Newcomers to Canada:Come meet Kim and Chrisy at the CBAL tent at 1:00 p.m. and enjoy this fun and welcoming event with us.We hope to see you there! 
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/pride-in-the-park-fernie/
LOCATION:Fernie City Hall Grounds\, 501 - 3rd Ave\, Fernie\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cultural,EKZIP / CBAL,Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260923T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260923T220000
DTSTAMP:20260916T162942Z
CREATED:20260916T161614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T162942Z
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SUMMARY:Fresh Air Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Fresh Air Cinema is coming to Golden! \n\nGrab a blanket\, bring your friends and family\, and join us for a FREE outdoor movie night under the stars.\n\nCBAL is bringing Fresh Air Cinema to Golden with a giant 40-foot screen\, popcorn\, hot drinks and a fun community evening for all ages as a way to say thank you for 25 years of community partnership with the Golden and District Community Foundation.\n\n Wednesday\, September 23\, 8 p.m. movie start Golden Secondary School Field FREE admission\n\nStay tuned here on Facebook for the movie selection\, vendors\, and more event details.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/fresh-air-cinema/
LOCATION:Golden Secondary School Field\, 1500 9th St S\, Golden\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cultural,EKZIP / CBAL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260813T214014Z
CREATED:20260813T214014Z
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SUMMARY:German Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:German Heritage Month recognizes the contributions of over 3 million people of German origin to Canada.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/german-heritage-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,National
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260813T214305Z
CREATED:20260813T214305Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Islamic History Month
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Islamic History month celebrates the rich Muslim heritage and contributions to society. Learn more at https://www.islamichistorymonth.ca/
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/canadian-islamic-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,Inclusion,National
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260813T214643Z
CREATED:20260813T214643Z
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SUMMARY:Latin American Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Latin American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate Latin American contributions and strengthen Canada’s Multicultural Identity. Learn more: https://hispanicheritage.ca/
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/latin-american-heritage-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260813T215442Z
CREATED:20260813T214808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T215442Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Women’s History Month is a time to highlight the achievements of women and girls\, past and present\, who have shaped Canada in fields like politics\, science\, arts\, business\, and the economy. Learn more at: https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/womens-history-month.html
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/womens-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,Human Rights,Inclusion,National
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20260813T215917Z
CREATED:20260813T215917Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/thanksgiving/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,National,Public Holiday
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260813T220216Z
CREATED:20260813T220216Z
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SUMMARY:Dussehra / Vijayadashami
DESCRIPTION:The Hindu festival Dussehra\, also known as Vijayadashami\, represents the triumph of good over evil.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/dussehra-vijayadashami/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260813T220304Z
CREATED:20260813T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220304Z
UID:4517-1793404800-1793491199@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Halloween
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/halloween/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260813T220913Z
CREATED:20260813T220913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220913Z
UID:4523-1793491200-1793577599@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Lha Bab Düchen
DESCRIPTION:Lha Bab Düchen occurs on the 22nd day of the 9th Tibetan lunar month and celebrates Buddha’s return to the human realm after teaching his mother for three months in the God’s realm.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/lha-bab-duchen/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20260813T220514Z
CREATED:20260813T220514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220514Z
UID:4519-1793491200-1793663999@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Day of the Dead
DESCRIPTION:The Day of the Dead\, known in Spanish as Día de los Muertos\, is a holiday that celebrates life and honors the dead.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/day-of-the-dead/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTSTAMP:20260813T220647Z
CREATED:20260813T220647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220647Z
UID:4521-1793491200-1796083199@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Hindu Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Hindu Heritage Month is an opportunity to learn more about the rich culture and history of Hindu communities\nand to celebrate and honour their contributions in British Columbia and Canada.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/hindu-heritage-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,Inclusion,National,Religious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTSTAMP:20260814T155412Z
CREATED:20260814T155412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T155412Z
UID:4548-1793491200-1796083199@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Lebanese Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Lebanese Heritage Month honours the significant contributions Lebanese Canadians have made within Canada and recognizes Lebanese Independence Day (Nov 22\, 1943).
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/lebanese-heritage-month/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,National
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20260813T221122Z
CREATED:20260813T221122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T221122Z
UID:4525-1794096000-1794182399@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Diwali is the Indian “festival of lights\,” celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/diwali/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260813T221330Z
CREATED:20260813T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T221330Z
UID:4527-1794355200-1794441599@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/remembrance-day/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,National,Public Holiday,Remembrance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117
DTSTAMP:20260814T160927Z
CREATED:20260814T160927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T160927Z
UID:4550-1794787200-1794873599@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Louis Riel Day
DESCRIPTION:Louis Riel Day commemorates the Métis leader’s execution on November 16\, 1885. It marks a moment to reflect on his contributions to the Métis Nation and to acknowledge the spirit of resilience that defines Métis people across the country. Learn more at: https://mfcbc.ca/louis-riel-day-honouring-a-leader-inspiring-a-movement/
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/louis-riel-day/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Heritage,National
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTSTAMP:20260814T153859Z
CREATED:20260814T153859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T153859Z
UID:4534-1795478400-1795564799@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur
DESCRIPTION:The Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur honours the ninth Sikh Guru’s historic sacrifice to defend religious freedom and human rights.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/martyrdom-of-guru-teg-bahadur/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTSTAMP:20260814T154103Z
CREATED:20260814T154103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154103Z
UID:4536-1795478400-1795564799@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Guru Nanak Gurpurab
DESCRIPTION:Guru Nanak Gurpurab celebrates the birth of the first Sikh guru\, Guru Nanak.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/guru-nanak-gurpurab/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213
DTSTAMP:20260814T154346Z
CREATED:20260814T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154346Z
UID:4538-1796342400-1797119999@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Hanukkah
DESCRIPTION:Hanukkah is a Jewish festival commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem at the time of the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire. It is also known as the Festival of Lights.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/hanukkah/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209
DTSTAMP:20260814T154531Z
CREATED:20260814T154531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154531Z
UID:4540-1796688000-1796774399@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Rohatsu / Bodhi Day
DESCRIPTION:Rohatsu is the day Japanese Zen Buddhists observe the enlightenment of the Buddha. It is also called Bodhi Day\, meaning “enlightenment day.”
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/rohatsu-bodhi-day/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Religious
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261222
DTSTAMP:20260814T154738Z
CREATED:20260814T154738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154738Z
UID:4542-1797811200-1797897599@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Yalda Night / Chella
DESCRIPTION:Yaldā / Chella is an extremely popular traditional celebration of the sun and the warmth of life among Iranians celebrated on the last night of autumn and the longest night of the year.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/yalda-night-chella/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTSTAMP:20260814T154838Z
CREATED:20260814T154838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154838Z
UID:4544-1798156800-1798243199@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/christmas-day/
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Public Holiday,Religious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270102
DTSTAMP:20260814T155212Z
CREATED:20260814T155013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T155212Z
UID:4546-1798243200-1798847999@ekzip.ca
SUMMARY:Kwanzaa
DESCRIPTION:Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture which is held from December 26 to January 1. It was created by Maulana Karenga and first celebrated in 1966.
URL:https://ekzip.ca/event/kwanzaa/
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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