The ARAB PAVILLION
Sponsored by the Canadian Arab Friendship Association,has been a part of the Edmonton Heritage Festival since its first year in 1976, and continues to be a proud supporter and participant of the festival.
The Arabic community has been a part of the Edmonton mosaic since the turn of the century. The Canadian Arabs have contributed in many areas including business, culture, art and the military, with many of our pioneers serving in Canada’s Armed Forces.
During the harsh cold winters, Arab merchants travelled by horse and carriage to the farmlands to sell food and cloth. Many times, these merchants were the only outside contact the farmers had for the whole winter. Arabs also came over on the Titanic, and a handful of women and children survived
to take on residence in Eastern Canada.
This pavillion brings the best of all Arab countries togeather.
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