NCMC's Women Meet & Greet Session in Brampton

Nigerian Canadian Multicultural Centre (NCMC) organized a Meet & Greet event for our upcoming women's cultural program at Brampton City Hall on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The new program was re-titled "African Canadian Women's Cultural Program." The concept of the program is driven by our enthusiasm to showcase and explore the colorful African cultural heritage in Canada. These include African Ancestry, History, Food, Fashion, Storytelling, Mythology, and more! Stay tuned for more information about this new development at NCMC.

To join or support the program, contact the manager, Nekpen Obasogie.
Email: nigeriancanadiancentre@gmail.com
Website: nigeriancanadiancentre.org

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