We are going ahead with our annual celebration of UN International Day of Peace on Monday, Sept. 21 at noon on the grounds of Government House (the old Provincial Museum, 12845 – 102 Avenue). The city has a lot of restrictions on outdoor events, more than are needed for a simple gathering like ours. Please join us, meet… Read more »
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Giving Back During COVID-19
We are pleased to announce that we are donating $5000 each to the Edmonton Food Bank and to Women In Need (WIN) House. This is from our casino account, the proceeds came from the citizens of Edmonton and we are honoured to be able to give back in these difficult times. As well, the Edmonton… Read more »
Message From the Mayor to Faith Communities in Edmonton
Hope, Gratitude, and Solidarity
Please find attached the statement, “Hope, Gratitude and Solidarity: A Message to Canadians from Religious Leaders in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic,” which was signed by over 80 religious leaders, including many Participants in and friends of the Canadian Interfaith Conversation. You will also find attached a media release that summarizes the document and links… Read more »
Building Bridges Documentary Now Online
You can now view the Building Bridges documentary online! Visit out Building Bridges page for more.
Multifaith Concert Video Highlights
Here are some video highlights from our Building Bridges Among Faith Traditions multifaith concert on Feb. 9.
Photos: Multifaith Concert 2020
You may have noticed we now have a Photo Gallery in the menu at the top of our website. You can select a gallery for a specific event from the drop-down menu. Our latest gallery is from our Multifaith Concert on February 9. Click here for a look.
SAVE THE DATE: “BUILDING BRIDGES AMONG FAITH TRADITIONS” MULTIFAITH CONCERT
A multifaith and multicultural concert with music and poetry from across the globe. Featuring U of A Prof. of Ethnomusicology Michael Frishkopf and members of the Middle Eastern & North African Music Ensemble. Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 2 p.m. Unitarian Church of Edmonton 10804 – 119 Street Silent Auction & Refreshments Entrance fee: $10,… Read more »
Film Shown at City Hall + Two Viewing Opportunities
We were honoured last week when City Council was shown the trailer for our new video “Building Bridges”, about interfaith activities in Edmonton. We were hosted before the meeting, please see the photo. From the left: Mayor Don Iveson, Shiraz Kanji, Len Gierach, Farah Jamil (board members), Netta Phillet (office coordinator), Eric Spoeth (producer) and… Read more »
Lunch and Learn: November 18
On Monday, November 18 here at noon, Loraine Johnson, Death Doula, Green Burial advocate and Palliative Massage Therapist, will be our speaker. Green Burials have been in the news lately, Edmonton Journal and CBC radio – come and learn more. Our entrance is in the back lane across from Tim Horton’s, bring your lunch if… Read more »