CPACT Cultural Festival 2023 was held on August 12th, at Cégep Gérald-Godin. The event promoted cultural cohesion; diversity & Inclusion and was participated by Montrealers in large numbers.

The festival was graced by honorable guests, Mr. Frank Baylis, Mayor Stephane Cote of Lile-Bizard-Sainte-Genevieve, Pierrefonds Mayor Jim Beis, Francis Scarpaleggia, MP - Lac-Saint-Louis, MP Sameer Zuberi - Pierrefonds—Dollard, Mayor Alan Desouza of Saint-Laurent and other notable community members. In their speeches honorable guests applauded CPACT’s initiatives of showcasing cultural tapestry of South Asian heritage and initiatives to promote cultural cohesion.

Performances by local performers and artists entertained the public throughout the day. Singer and Philanthropist Abrar Ul Haq performed live at the event and entertained the audience with his vibrant Punjabi Bhangra songs and showcased cultural richness of South Asian heritage.

We are very thankful to all our sponsors Turkish Airlines, BDC, North American College of Information Technology, TD, South Asian Women Association of Canada, Cronomagic, Mehndi.com, Syncmag, Maison ChaïShaï, Medi Centre Des Sources, Quecan Distribution, Location Gofungo Inc. Cegap Gerald Godin and City of Ile Bizard.

Thanks to our Vendors, KhanJee Restaurant, Mazedaars, Tandoor et Grille Restaurant & Reception Hall, Yummy Bites, Royal Paan, Spicy Grille Restaurant, Lakshana's Chettinad Indian Restaurant, Montréal-Quebec, Bistro 777, Cakes By Afzaal, Boulangerie Au Blé d'Or, Amis de la santé mentale / Friends for Mental Health, Crochet and Craftst, Azzdah Events, Collection Zauq By Saima shahu, Fabric Gallery, Najma Collection, REMAX Invest, Mehndi by umem, Versatile Clothing Boutique, Sarah Khan, Poombukar Natural Food Products, Heena Logo, My Party Planet, Square Seven, and Riwaj Collection. We are thankful to our Media Partners Shaadi - MC: GirishdiMC, HassanBadshah, The Indian Dance School, Jannat Productionz, SM Dance Crew, and Sheraki Sh.

Rain or Shine the show went on. Everyone danced and grooved to the beats like there was no tomorrow. It was a memorable day with unforgettable memories and smiles.