World Refugee Day Art Celebration 2023
Join us on June 20th to commemorate World Refugee Day and celebrate the strength, resilience, and courage of refugees around the world through the power of art. This year, we are excited to partner with Arts Network Ottawa to host a special event at the George St. Plaza in the Byward Market.
Date: June 20th, 2023
Time: 11:30AM to 3:00PM
Location: George St. Plaza, Byward Market, Ottawa, Canada
Event Highlights
- Live Art Performances: Watch talented artists create meaningful pieces in real-time, inspired by the stories and experiences of refugees.
- Musical Entertainment: Enjoy a live performance from Talal Aljaramani and Rimon Khoury from 1 PM to 2 PM.
- Blue Ribbon Recognition: Show your support for refugees by wearing a blue ribbon, available at the event.
Come say hello, enjoy the art and music, and stand in solidarity with refugees around the world. Together, let’s use the power of art to raise awareness and celebrate the incredible contributions refugees make to our society.
Meet the Artists
Allan André
Allan André is a Canadian-born multi-disciplinary artist of Haitian descent based in Ottawa, Canada. André’s work has been featured in New York, Orlando, Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal exhibits. His mural work can be seen throughout the Ottawa region.
Gaëtan Veno Joachim
Gaëtan Veno Joachim is a passionate student of art, born in Haïti and currently residing in Toronto. Through his art, he forges connections, explores new horizons, and brings forth art that sparks conversations, ignites emotions and inspires positive change.
Talal Aljaramani and Raymond Khoury
Talal Aljaramani is a Syrian musician with extensive experience in oriental music. With his background in studying oriental music at the Lebanese Conservatoire and participating in concerts with the Conservatoire Orchestra.
Raymond Khoury’s, Syrian musical talent and passion for the Derbake have allowed him to showcase his skills in various settings. His journey exemplifies the power of perseverance and pursuing one’s passions, regardless of geographical boundaries.
Organized by Mazen Shaarhm, Cello Events.
Our Partners
Arts Network Ottawa
Since 1987 Arts Network Ottawa has actively worked in the community to champion the arts in the Ottawa region. As a bilingual arts-service organization our mission is to connect, champion and collaborate to build a thriving Ottawa arts community. We offer a variety of programs and services such as our Mentorship Program and we are the stewards of the ARTicipate Endowment Fund.
Ottawa Markets
Ottawa Markets’ mission is to maximize the ByWard and Parkdale Markets’ potential to be unique year-round places and destinations to purchase local produce and goods as well as other services and products. Ottawa Markets will build upon the rich heritage of the public markets in their communities and promote the importance of local food sustainability.