Open Arms Initiative 2025

We are happy to once again welcome newly settled Canadians with “Open Arms”. This program provides the opportunity for newcomers to connect with other recent arrivals and Canadian residents alike at the Festival celebrated on Jericho Beach Park.

The Festival provides a cultural smorgasbord of music and fun in an amazing atmosphere and astounding location. Newly arrived Canadians are given a showcase of the cultural diversity our nation represents over the Festival weekend. With recent world events this program has even more relevance.

This opportunity is for newcomers who have never been to the Festival before, are unable to afford entry and are interested in attending this amazing Festival! Should you work for or are a member of an Immigrant Service Society, Educational Institute or non profit organization with newly settled Canadians, please contact info@thefestival.bc.ca for more information. This is a great community event filled with even greater opportunity!