Latin American & Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration for the duration of October. It honors the rich cultural and historical contributions of Hispanic and Latinx cultures, encompassing the diverse heritage, traditions, and achievements of people with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean.
During this time, various events, festivals, and educational programs are held to recognize and appreciate the significant impact of Hispanic and Latinx communities.
Read on for suggested reads, films, local events, and more!
Adult/Teen
Something Fierce
by Carmen Aguirre
Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet
by Laekan Zea Kemp
The Food of Oaxaca: Recipes and Stories from Mexico’s Culinary Capital
by Alejandro Ruiz
Chilean Poet
by Alejandro Zambra
Gran Cocina Latina: the Food of Latin America
by Maricel E. Presilla
The Daughter of Doctor Moreau
by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Never Look Book
by Lilliam Rivera
Violeta
by Isabel Allende
Children
Pepita Meets Bebita
by Ruth Behar
Saving Chupie
by Amparo Ortiz
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
by Andrea Beaty
Carmen Sandiego: The Fishy Treasure Caper
by Rebecca Tinker
The Mystery of the Fishy Canoe
by Fran Manushkin
Chews your Destiny
by Rhode Montijo
Invisible
by Christina Diaz Gonzalez
Patterns in Peru
by Cindy Neuschwander
Stream Films Celebrating Hispanic Culture
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Community Events
Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month 2023
Date & Time: October 4, 2023 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Location: Online
Join the Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association (CHBA) for their annual Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month program, “Lifting barriers for international workers in Canada – a Latin American/Hispanic perspective.” This virtual program will feature welcome remarks from the Treasurer of the Law Society and the President of the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association. Learn more here.
Community Resources
- Kitchener City News talks about National Hispanic Heritage Month and highlights cultural diversity of Spanish-speaking Americans.
- The Canadian Centre for Diversity (CCDI) and Inclusion provide educational resources about Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month.
- Learn about Hispanic history: History.com provides resources including videos, sources and more.
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