CelebratingHispanic Heritage Together
We are committed to showcasing the diversity within diversity of Hispanic and Latin American peoples, creating spaces for art, dialogue, and community growth throughout Canada.
About HCHC
Our Mission: Celebrating Culture, Building Community
The Hispanic Canadian Heritage Council (HCHC) works to highlight and promote the contributions of Hispanic and Latin American culture to Canada’s evolving heritage. We foster pride, civic engagement, and cultural exchange through initiatives such as film festivals, art exhibitions, culinary showcases, music, parades, and entrepreneurship fairs — showcasing the diversity within diversity that strengthens Canada’s multicultural identity.
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Our Work Made Possible by
Our Initiatives
Connecting Cultures, Inspiring Unity.
A lively annual gathering that celebrates Hispanic traditions with music, dance, art, and gastronomy. Latin Fair offers a welcoming space for families, organizations, and communities to come together, share experiences, and fully experience the richness of Latin American heritage in Canada.
An engaging platform that highlights Latin American flavors by showcasing restaurants, cafés, and food enterprises across the country. Latin Eats connects audiences with authentic culinary experiences, supports local Latin food entrepreneurs, and amplifies the presence of Latin cuisine in Canada’s food scene
Toronto’s premier Latin American Film Festival presented by HCHC. LATAFF brings audiences closer to the best of Latin American cinema through feature films, documentaries, and cultural activities. The festival builds bridges through storytelling and gives Latin American filmmakers a platform to share their work in Canada.
Join the Celebration
Hispanic / Latin American Heritage Month
Every October, the Hispanic Canadian Heritage Council (HCHC) leads the official celebration of Hispanic / Latin American Heritage Month in Toronto and across Canada. Recognized by the City of Toronto, the Ontario Legislature, and the Federal Government, this month-long festival brings together music, dance, art, film, gastronomy, and community events that showcase the richness and diversity of Latin American culture. Heritage Month is a time to celebrate our contributions, foster unity, and strengthen Canada’s multicultural identity.
Upcoming Highlights
Our Events,Our Community
27 Sep
Latin Parade and Fall Fiesta
Celebrates Hispanic culture with music, dance, art, food, and vibrant community.
28 Sep
Latin Parade and Fall Fiesta
Celebrates Hispanic culture with music, dance, art, food, and vibrant community.
09 Oct
Lataff
Showcases Latin American cinema, fostering cultural exchange, community pride, and creative storytelling.
16 Oct
Lataff
Showcases Latin American cinema, fostering cultural exchange, community pride, and creative storytelling.
Get Involved
Become a Volunteer Today
Join the Hispanic Canadian Heritage Council (HCHC) and contribute your time and talent to celebrate culture, strengthen community, and support events that highlight the richness of Hispanic and Latin American heritage in Canada. As a volunteer, you’ll gain experience, build connections, and help shape a stronger multicultural future.
