Welcome to MotherLanguageDay.ca
A Celebration of Mother Language in Canada
[...] Canada?s own linguistic diversity is represented by two Official Languages ? English and French ? together with the mother tongues of Aboriginal Canadians, and the ancestral languages of newcomers to our country. [...]
The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada
[...] I have had the good fortune during my lifetime to travel around the world [...]. This exposure to other nationalities opens your eyes and your heart to endless possibilities, meaningful relationships, and to promoting and fostering a more inclusive, happier and peaceful world. [...]
Donald S. Ethell, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta
Language is a critical component to one?s identity and culture. By recognizing mother languages, we cultivate understanding ? which in turn helps create more inclusive societies and a world richer in cultural experiences.
Gene Zwozdesky,
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta
[...] My sincere thanks go out to the Bangladesh PessClub Centre of Alberta for the work they have done to promote International Mother Language Day in our province. You are helping Albertans to protect and promote their rich ethnic history. [...]
Jim Prentice, Premier of Alberta
[...] Canada is proud of its rich cultural and linguistic diversity, we value the importance of preserving mother languages in our multicultural society. [...]
Thomas Mulcair, Leader of the Official Opposition
[...] The value and importance of preserving mother languages is vital to enhancing the vibrancy and diversity of our province. It is a way to connect us to our past, to highlight the traditions and customs of our parents and to preserve the cultural heritage of our ancestors. [...]
Maureen Kubinec, Minister of Culture and Tourism
[...] Language is one of the most powerful ways to preserve and promote one?s culture for future generations to learn and appreciate. We are blessed to live in a society where multiculturalism is encouraged and celebrated. [...]
Flor Marcelino,
Manitoba Minister of Multiculturalism and Literacy
[...] A mother tongue is more than just an accent, dialect, or language; it is an identity. [...]
Sohail Quadri, Legislative Secretary to the Premier
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International Mother Language Day Celebration 2015
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
On February 21, 2015 numerous organizations, professional bodies, and people interested in the celebration of mother language and the topic of linguistic diversity joined together at the monument initiated by the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) in assistance with the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA).
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International Mother Language Magazine
Friday, February 20, 2015
The Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) has prepared a publication for International Mother Language Day 2015, the International Mother Language Magazine.
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Government Proclamations for International Mother Language Day
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Two Canadian Provinces, the Province of British Columbia and the Province of Manitoba have officially proclaimed February 21st as International Mother Language Day.
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BHESA's Ekushey Heritage Award
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
In 2014 the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) introduced the Ekushey Heritage Award as a means of appreciation for people who stand out exceptionally with great achievements in helping the local community in Edmonton and vicinity area. BHESA has now announced the nominees for the Ekushey Heritage Award 2015 as the award recipients are confirmed on International Mother Language Day.
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Program on February 21st
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
We invite everybody interested in the celebration of mother language and the topic of linguistic diversity to join the program initiated by the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) on February 21, 2015.
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