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]
| Edmonton Dutch Canadian Centre | |
|---|---|
 Dutch Canadian Centre in 2023 | |
| Alternative names | Dutch Canadian Club |
| General information | |
| Type | Social club |
| Location | 53°35′40.28″N 113°33′59.77″W / 53.5945222°N 113.5666028°W |
| Address | 13312 142 St NW Edmonton, AB T5L 4T3 |
| Country | Canada |
| Year(s) built | 1971 |
| Owner | Dutch Canadian Club of Edmonton |
| Height | |
| Roof | Flat roof |
| Technical details | |
| Floor area | 1404 m2 |
| Grounds | 0.81 hectares (2.0 acres)[1] |
| Other information | |
| Public transit access |  |
| Website | |
| http://dutchcanadiancentre.com/ | |
History
editThe 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
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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
editIn 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
editReferences
edit- ^ "13312 142 Street NW". Edmonton Property Search. Archived from the original on 9 March 2024. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
- ^ Pinder, Mike (September 24, 1987). "Windmill's Up". Edmonton Journal. pp. C7.
- ^ Stevenson, James (February 18, 1996). "Smooth Skating At Dutch Party". Edmonton Journal. pp. B2.
- ^ Owens, Greg (August 28, 1995). "Dutch dash to safety as hall erupts in flames; President of club vows to rebuild". Edmonton Journal. p. B1.
- ^ Howell, David (February 15, 2002). "Dutch treat: Nordic ski triathlon starts winter festival of speed skating, sleigh rides and sledge hockey". Edmonton Journal. p. C1.
- ^ Stevenson, James (February 18, 1996). "Smooth Skating at Dutch Party". Edmonton Journal. p. B2.
- ^ Dijkstra, Coen (August 10, 1996). "Dutch Band Welcomed". Edmonton Journal. p. A7.
- ^ 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". Edmonton Journal. p. A2.
- ^ 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". Edmonton Journal. p. A2.
- ^ Boothby, Lauren (August 9, 2021). "Dutch club unveils statue in thanks to military". Edmonton Journal. p. A2.
- ^ Boothby, Lauren (August 9, 2021). "'Stronger than evil'; Anne Frank statue honours Canada's role in Netherlands' liberation". Edmonton Sun. p. A2.