The Executive committee of the Haitian Organization of Edmonton (H.O.E) led the Haitian Flag Day Celebration on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at the Balwin Community Hall in Edmonton.
The first Haitian flag was adopted on 18 May 1803 by the revolutionary leader Jean-Jacques Dessalines. The anniversary of the date is celebrated as the Haitian Flag Day.
Themed “UNITING TO SERVE BETTER”, the event, which focused on uniting all Haitians living in Edmonton and area. There were presentations on Haitian history, culture, art, and tourism, followed by traditional and contemporary music, poems, folk dance, gospel singing reflecting the diversity of Haiti as a whole.
A well-attended event saw the promotion of Haitian-owned businesses in Edmonton, as well as the presentation of certificates of recognition to volunteers in the Haitian community.
