Law proclaiming Croatian Heritage Day in Ontario passed
- by croatiaweek
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(Photo: Consulate General in Mississauga)
The Ontario Legislative Assembly in Canada has passed a historic law proclaiming May 30th as Croatian Heritage Day in the province of Ontario.
Bill 81 – Croatian Heritage Day Act – received Royal Assent and was proclaimed law on April 25, 2024.
Introduced to the Parliament by MPP Donna Skelly from the Flamborough-Glanbrook riding in Hamilton, at the initiative of the Consulate General of the Republic of Croatia in Mississauga and with a wide support of Croatian organizations across Ontario, this landmark legislation comes as a recognition of the invaluable contributions made by Croatians to the rich tapestry of Ontario’s cultural, social, and economic landscape.

(Photo: Consulate General in Mississauga)

(Photo: Consulate General in Mississauga)
The newly passed law declaring May 30th as Croatian Heritage Day in the province of Ontario represents a significant institutional achievement.

(Photo: Consulate General in Mississauga)
It is a remarkable and unique affirmation of Croatian culture, identity and contribution in the province of Ontario and in Canada.