| Organization Name: | Wedoes Heritage Association |
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| Organization Description: | WeDoes Heritage Association is a non-profit organization established in the province of Ontario, Canada, with a board of directors and volunteers who seek to focus their efforts on strengthening the Latino roots within the Canadian culture. Through our work we seek to make the Latino culture - rich in diversity, joy and emotion - part of our daily life in Canada. |
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| Organization Website Link: | https://www.burlingtonlatinofest.com/ |
| https://www.facebook.com/burlingtonlatinofest | |
| Project Name: | Burlington Latino Festival 2026 |
| Project Description: | This application is for the “Burlington Latino Festival 2026”, taking place June 26 to 28, 2026 at Ireland Park, strategically timed to coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Programming will include: (1) Main Stage Performances: a lineup of international and national Latin artists, including tropical orchestras, folklore ensembles from the GTA, and emerging multicultural talent; (2) Global Food Market and "World Cup Gastronomy Corridor”: featuring over 40 vendors curated to attract “foodie” tourists; (3) FIFA Fan Zone (unofficial): interactive soccer skills challenges, youth clinics, and cultural exhibits that celebrate the participating nations of the World Cup; and (4) Artisanal Pavilion: a showcase of traditional crafts and live demonstrations by master artisans. |
| City: | Burlington |
| Region: | Central Ontario |
| Start Date: | 2026-06-26 |
| End Date: | 2026-06-28 |
| Amount Funded: | $10,000.00 |