Pavilions

Welcome | Karibu (kaa-ri-bu) 

The Kenyan Pavilion is brought to you by the Daughters of Hope International Community Association. This group is dedicated to working with African women for the purpose of strengthening and supporting single mothers and orphans in the East Africa region. They also work to share and educate local communities in Canada on the rich traditions and wisdom of East African music, food, craft, and communal activities. 

Goods for Sale: 
Wood Carvings  
Stone Carvings  
Sisal Baskets  
Batiks  
Dresses  
Ethnic Shirts  

Welcome | Tansi (ton-say) 

The history of Indigenous peoples in Canada is rich and diverse. This history stretches long into the past before the arrival of the European newcomers with diverse interactions among different peoples, flourishing trade and fierce conflict, and competition for lands and resources. The history of First Nations, Inuit and Métis is essentially the very history of Canada as they have played and continue to play important roles in its development and its future. 

Goods for Sale: 
Found in the Indigenous Village Area 

Welcome | Bienvenido (bee-en-vi-nee-doh) 

Mexico is a country between the U.S. and Central America that's known for its Pacific and Gulf of Mexico beaches and its diverse landscape of mountains, deserts and jungles. Ancient ruins such as Teotihuacán and the Mayan city of Chichén Itzá are scattered throughout the country, as are Spanish colonial-era towns. In capital Mexico City, upscale shops, renowned museums and gourmet restaurants cater to modern life. 

Welcome | Swagat Chha (swaa-ga-chha) 

Nepal's culture is in its high peak mountains, its tradition flows with its rivers, art traverses through its valleys and religion lies in the heart of its people. Nepal's a combination of fascinating art, rich, diverse ethno-lingual cultural heritage, and distinct architecture. Nepal has its breathtaking landscapes from the Himalayas to lush green plains. Nepal also has exotic wildlife, exquisite mouth-watering cuisine, and legendary hospitality. 

Menu: 
Chicken Momo  
Veggie Momo  
Nepali tea  
Chicken Chhoyla (Pickled Chicken) 
Veggie Chowmein  

Goods for Sale: 
Various items; only for display. 
 
 

Welcome | Welkom (vell-kohm) 

The Netherlands, “Netherlands” means low-lying country; the name Holland (from Houtland, or “Wooded Land”) was originally given to one of the medieval cores of what later became the modern state and is still used for 2 of its 12 provinces (Noord-Holland and Zuid-Holland). The country is indeed low-lying and remarkably flat, with large expanses of lakes, rivers, and canals. 
 
Goods for Sale: 
Small souvenirs 
Packages of dry goods (cookies, candles) 
 
 

Welcome | Sannu da zuwa (sah-nu dah zu-wa) 

Niger, officially Republic of Niger, French République du Niger, is a landlocked western African country. It is bounded on the northwest by Algeria, on the northeast by Libya, on the east by Chad, on the south by Nigeria and Benin, and on the west by Burkina Faso and Mali. The country takes its name from the Niger River, which flows through the southwestern part of its territory.   

Menu: 
Jolloff Rice  
Plantain 
Suya  
Puff-Puff 
Tilapia Fish 
Drinks  

Welcome | Una Welcomoo (oona-wel-koom-o)

Nigeria, a giant of Africa, with a population of approximately 174 million inhabitants is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world. Nigeria shares border with Republic of Benin in the west, Chad and Cameroun in the east and Niger in the north.

Menu:

Hand Helds – Puff Puff, Suya (Meat Skewers)
Platters with Coconut rice, plantain & salad

Meat stew, fried fish and sauce

Side Dishes: Plantains, Fish with Pepper sauce, Coconut rice, Goat Peppersoup

Goods for Sale:
 
African Drums – Djembes  
African Igbo Drums and Percussion 

Yoruba Talking Drums  
Percussion instruments from various peoples 

Art works for display only 

Welcome | Khush Amdeed (koosh-am-deeed)

Pakistan, populous multiethnic country of South Asia. Having a predominately Indo-Iranian speaking population, Pakistan has historically and culturally been associated with its neighbours Iran, Afghanistan, and India.

Menu:
Chicken Tika (BBQ) with Naan (traditional bread)
Beef kabob (BBQ) with Naan (traditional bread)
Pakistani Tea
Kulfi (Ice Cream)
Cold drinks

Goods for Sale:
Pakistani Wooden handicrafts
Pakistani ladies + gents traditional garments and accessories
Pakistani Traditional Bangles
Pakistani Paintings of traditional landscapes and pictures
Pakistani artificial jewelry
Pakistani textile traditional items
Natural leather goods

Welcome | Ahlan wa sahlan (ach-lan wah sah-lahn)

Palestine – the Holy Land, has a rich culture that goes back thousands of years. Palestinians come from the area located between the east shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the Jordan River. This area was among the earliest in the world to see human habitation, agricultural communities and civilization.

Menu:
Shawarma Sandwiches/Falafel Sandwiches
Shawarma Plate
Falafel Plate
Falafel Sampler
Hummus and Pita
Middle Eastern Fries

Goods for Sale:
Holy Land Artifacts
Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Holy Land