Events
iHelp Events
EID AL-ADHA
At iHelp International, in partnership with the Afghan Association of Waterloo Region, we host a cultural celebration for Eid al-Adha. We organize public events that bring together over 1,000 people for a day of festivities. We welcome everyone, whether Muslim or non-Muslim, to join us in celebrating this special holiday.
EID AL-FITR
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast”, is one of the most important religious holidays in the Muslim religion. This festive occasion marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection observed by Muslims worldwide.
YALDA NIGHT
Yalda Night, also known as Shabe Yalda, is a cherished Persian tradition that marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. This ancient celebration is filled with hope, joy, and togetherness, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and the promise of a brighter future.
MEMORIAL DAY
On September 9th, iHelp brings our community together to commemorate Memorial Day in Afghanistan, a tribute to those who gave their lives in service to their country.
NOWRUZ (Persian New Year)
Nowruz, meaning “new day,” is the Persian New Year, celebrated on March 21, marking the first day of spring and the renewal of nature.
KW Multicultural Festival
The KW Multicultural Festival is an annual celebration that brings together thousands of people from Waterloo Region in Victoria Park in Kitchener.
Yalda Night
Yalda Night, also known as Shabe Yalda, is a cherished Persian tradition that marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. This ancient celebration is filled with hope, joy, and togetherness, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and the promise of a brighter future.
On Yalda Night, families and friends gather to make this otherwise cold winter night warm and delightful. They stay up late, sharing stories and reading poems, and enjoy their time.
The night is also marked by the eating of specific fruits, each holding symbolic meanings. Watermelon is believed to protect observers from illness during the winter season. Pomegranates, abundant with seeds, symbolize prosperity and fertility, and blessings for a new life. The vibrant red color of these fruits symbolizes the dawn, bringing brightness and joy into the long night.
Join us to celebrate this night together on Friday, December 20, 2024.
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