Edmonton Dutch Canadian Centre Explained
| Alternate Names: | Dutch Canadian Club |
| Location: | 53.5945°N -113.5666°W |
| Address: | 13312 142 St NW
Edmonton, AB T5L 4T3 |
| Location Country: | Canada |
| Years Built: | 1971 |
| Owner: | Dutch Canadian Club of Edmonton |
| Floor Area: | 1404 m2 |
| Building Type: | Social club |
| Roof: | Flat roof |
| Grounds Area: | [1] |
| Website: | http://dutchcanadiancentre.com/ |
The Dutch Canadian Centre of Edmonton is a social and cultural organization that brings together people in the Edmonton, Alberta area who have an interest in Dutch culture, heritage, and community.[2] The Edmonton Dutch Canadian Centre aims to foster connections among individuals of Dutch descent or those who have an affinity for Dutch culture.[3]
History
The Dutch Canadian Club of Edmonton is a social and cultural organization that brings together people in the Edmonton, Alberta area who have an interest in Dutch culture, heritage, and community. The Edmonton Dutch Canadian Centre aims to foster connections among individuals of Dutch descent or those who have an affinity for Dutch culture.
In late August 1995, Edmonton's Dutch Canadian Centre building burned down.[4]
Organization
Key aspects of organizations like the Dutch Canadian Club of Edmonton include:
- Cultural Events: The club organizes and participates in cultural events that celebrate Dutch traditions, holidays, and customs. This includes festivals, gatherings, and themed activities, such as at the Edmonton Heritage Festival.[5]
- Community Building: The club provides a platform for people with a Dutch background or an interest in Dutch culture to connect, share experiences, and build a sense of community.[6]
- Language and Heritage Preservation: The Dutch Canadian Centre has numerous initiatives to preserve and promote the Dutch language and heritage, especially among younger generations.
- Social Activities: In addition to cultural events, the club hosts social activities such as dinners, dances, or outings, providing members with opportunities to socialize and network.[7]
- Supporting Newcomers: Edmonton's Dutch Canadian Centre serves as a support network for newcomers or individuals who are exploring or reconnecting with their Dutch heritage.
Notable projects
In 2020, Edmonton's Dutch Canadian Centre announced that they would be unveiling a statue of Anne Frank in Light Horse Park in the Edmonton neighborhood of Old Strathcona.[8] The statue unveiling was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the statue was eventually installed and revealed to the public during a ceremony in 2021.[9] [10] [11]
See also
References
- Web site: 13312 142 Street NW. live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240309014314/https://landinfo.org/cgi-bin/edmontonproperty.cgi?cmd=view&recno=61049. 9 March 2024. 8 March 2024. Edmonton Property Search.
- News: Pinder . Mike . September 24, 1987 . Windmill's Up . C7 . .
- News: Stevenson . James . February 18, 1996 . Smooth Skating At Dutch Party . B2 . .
- News: Owens . Greg . August 28, 1995 . Dutch dash to safety as hall erupts in flames; President of club vows to rebuild . . B1.
- News: Howell . David . February 15, 2002 . Dutch treat: Nordic ski triathlon starts winter festival of speed skating, sleigh rides and sledge hockey . . C1.
- News: Stevenson . James . February 18, 1996 . Smooth Skating at Dutch Party . . B2.
- News: Dijkstra . Coen . August 10, 1996 . Dutch Band Welcomed . . A7.
- News: Lees . Nick . February 3, 2020 . Dutch community to unveil statue of anne frank in old strathcona; Ceremony set for May 5 - 75th anniversary of Canada's liberation of the Netherlands . . A2.
- News: Short . Dylan . May 6, 2021 . Event honours 21 veterans who helped free Dutch from Nazi rule; 75th anniversary of heroism celebrated late due to COVID . . A2.
- News: Boothby . Lauren . August 9, 2021 . Dutch club unveils statue in thanks to military . . A2.
- News: Boothby . Lauren . August 9, 2021 . 'Stronger than evil'; Anne Frank statue honours Canada's role in Netherlands' liberation . . A2.
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