- +1 (289) 569-0779
- info@yywc.org
- 156 Main St N, Brampton, ON L6V 1N9.
One Tanzania
A Heritage Brampton Celebrates!
Every April, the Tanzanian community and friends of Tanzania come together to celebrate a shared heritage rooted in unity, culture, and national pride. Join us as we honour Union Day, raise the Tanzanian flag, and celebrate a vibrant culture that continues to enrich communities across Canada.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Tanzania Union Day Flag Raising Ceremony
The Tanzania Flag Raising Ceremony is a special cultural celebration bringing together Tanzanians, East Africans, and members of the broader Brampton community to honour Tanzania Heritage Month and Union Day.
Hosted by Yes Youth and Women Can (YYWC) in partnership with the Tanzanian community in Brampton, this event highlights the beauty of Tanzanian culture while celebrating the contributions of the Tanzanian diaspora to Canada’s multicultural landscape.
The ceremony will feature the official raising of the Tanzanian national flag, the singing of both the Tanzanian and Canadian national anthems, and reflections from community and civic leaders recognizing the importance of unity, heritage, and cultural diversity.
Guests will also experience the richness of Tanzanian culture through traditional food, music, art, and community engagement activities.
Whether you are Tanzanian by birth, heritage, or friendship, this event offers a meaningful opportunity to celebrate culture, connection, and community.
When & Where
Join Us To Celebrate Tanzania’s Union Day in Brampton
Be part of a vibrant gathering as we commemorate Tanzania’s historic Union Day and celebrate the culture and contributions of the Tanzanian community in Canada.
Date
April 26th, 2026
Tanzania Union Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Time
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Evening of culture, heritage, and community celebration
Location
Ken Whillans Square, Brampton
City of Brampton Civic Centre Plaza
SECURE A SPOT!
Celebrate Tanzania Heritage Month With Us
Join members of the Tanzanian community, cultural leaders, and friends from across Brampton for a memorable evening celebrating heritage, unity, and cultural pride.
The Tanzania Heritage Month Flag Raising Ceremony will feature inspiring community moments, vibrant cultural showcases, and the symbolic raising of the Tanzanian flag in honour of Union Day.
Secure your place today and be part of this historic celebration as we celebrate Tanzania’s rich cultural heritage right here in Brampton.
NOMINATION OF EXCELLENCE
Recognizing Leaders and Changemakers in the Tanzanian Community
The Tanzanian community continues to thrive through individuals and organizations whose dedication, leadership, and service uplift others and strengthen our shared identity.
As part of the Tanzania Heritage Month Flag Raising Ceremony, we invite you to nominate individuals, groups, or organizations who are making outstanding contributions within the community.
Nominees may be recognized for excellence in areas such as:
Community leadership
- Youth empowerment
- Cultural preservation
Business and entrepreneurship
Arts and cultural promotion
Social impact and innovation
Your nomination helps celebrate those who represent the values of Tanzania — unity, resilience, and progress.
Selected honourees will be recognized during the Tanzania Union Day Celebration at the City of Brampton on April 26, 2026.
Experience Tanzanian Culture
Guests will enjoy a vibrant cultural showcase featuring:
Traditional Tanzanian
cuisine
Community networking and
cultural exchange
Music and traditional dance
performances
Tanzanian fashion and cultural
displays
Quick Link
- 156 Main St N, Brampton, ON L6V 1N9.
- info@yywc.org
- +1 (289) 569-0779