Folklorama

Join our team as the Folklorama Llama mascot!🦙🎉 Are you ready to bring joy and excitement to the community during the Folklorama Festival and throughout the year at various events? We’re seeking a spirited individual to embody the beloved Folklorama Llama💜 Visit the 'Careers' page on Folklorama.ca for details https://lnkd.in/e5tWFDZ

We’re thrilled to share that our 2023 ‘FOMO’rama Festival campaign has been honoured with the #TourismAwards Marketing Campaign Of the Year!🎉 If you weren’t at Folklorama August 6-19, 2023, then where were you? Last year, #Folklorama52 reached new heights with our first full Festival since the pandemic, featuring 40 Pavilions over 2 weeks and drawing a 5% increase in overall paid attendance. Our Group Tour program was nearly sold out, with just one single seat remaining, and oversaw logistics for 156 tours that engaged 5,586 guests with immersive experiences, entertainment, and the tastiest ethno-cultural dishes. Organic social media reached over 430,000 accounts across Facebook, TikTok and Instagram with the Pavilion highlight reel earning 136,000 views on Instagram and 30,000 on TikTok. Media mentions reached 305 million consumers and there were over 47,000 views of the digital Folklorama Travel Guide with 55,000 downloads. “FOMO”rama generated buzz, boosted attendance, and made for a Festival that you couldn’t afford to miss. Thank you to our incredible communities for bringing our mission of bringing people together by sharing ethno-cultural experiences and education to life!💜 Check this out🥰: https://lnkd.in/ez5qJ9DT Travel Manitoba Tourism Winnipeg

Member Monday special feature! ✨ Meet Susan Shortill, Director, Board of Directors! Susan Shortill’s Folklorama history goes back to her first Pavilion visits in 1976. Since then, she has worked at the Folklorama Operations (1988 – 1997), volunteered as a “Step-On Guide” for bus tours, and became involved with the Brady School of Dance as a “dance mom” and through the Celtic Ireland Pavilion. She has filled many roles for the Pavilion, including Cultural Display Coordinator, Assistant Pavilion Coordinator, and Adult Ambassador. She was also honoured to serve as an Ambassador General for the 2011 Festival year. To meet Susan, keep reading: https://lnkd.in/e2AXeAac

Congratulations to the 2024 Folklorama Ambassadors’ Generals! 🎉 Cambrian is proud to be the presenting sponsor of Folklorama's Ambassadors’ General Program, an initiative that helps preserve culture for years to come. Our scholarship directly supports each AG’s ongoing education and training. 💚 We’re excited to follow along as the AGs represent their Pavilions and Folklorama this festival season! #CambrianCommunities #MyFolklorama

We're hiring! 🤩 We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic individual to join our team as Coordinator, Marketing, Communications & Engagement - (Term). Reporting to the Director, Marketing, Communications & Development, this role is responsible for executing communication, marketing, and social media strategies for all Folklorama programs including but not limited to the Folklorama Festival, Ethno-Cultural Arts programs, #CelebrateEverything, Giving Tuesday, and the Folklorama Cultural Preservation Fund. To learn more about the job and apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5tWFDZ

Last night was a truly special occasion at Folklorama as we celebrated two remarkable individuals and their commitment to our ethno-cultural communities at our Annual General Meeting! Matthew Sobocan, a cherished member of the community, has been an integral part of our journey since 2017, serving on the Board of Directors. His involvement spans many years, as he began performing and volunteering at the Slovenija Pavilion A big congratulations to Teresa Cotroneo, our Executive Director and the heart of Folklorama, on reaching a decade of service at Folklorama! Her leadership and passion have been the driving force behind our organization’s continued success Matthew and Teresa, your contributions, passion and expertise inspire us all – please join us in celebrating them

Member Monday special feature! ✨ Meet Peter Parboji, Chair, Finance and Audit Committee! Peter has been involved with Folklorama for almost twenty years. Starting as a child performing at the Indo-Caribbean Paradise Pavilion, he eventually served as an Ambassador and Entertainment Coordinator. Peter joined the Board of Directors in 2022 and has served on various committees! To meet Peter, keep reading: https://lnkd.in/gUxYbpXU

Tonight over 20,000 Muslims in Manitoba will begin observing Ramadan – a month of fasting and self-reflection – and we are proud to have Ramadan as our first #CelebrateEverything feature. Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar that has special significance for Muslims all over the world, including many Folklorama members of numerous ethno-cultural origins. It is a time of observance of faith through fasting and spiritual reflection. During this month, connection with family and community are cherished. The end of the month is marked by a celebration known as Eid Al Fitr, which lasts for 3 days. The richness of tradition is seen through cultural attire, customary foods and so much more that we look forward to sharing with you 💗 Find out how Folklorama member, Delvinder Kaur, observes this month: https://lnkd.in/gtvNt6YW Ramadan Mubarak!🌙

#CelebrateEverything with Folklorama! Folklorama is proud to be a part of and commit to a local psychology-based initiative, #CelebrateEverything, that improves inclusion in our city and brings the community together. #CelebrateEverything recognizes cultural celebrations of all Manitobans, over and above traditionally celebrated holidays, moving to become truly multicultural. The acknowledgement of diverse cultural holidays at Folklorama builds on the #CelebrateEverything campaign created by the Clinic Psychology Team under the umbrella of the WinnLove Public Mental Health Initiative led by Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman, Clinical Director, Clinic Psychology Manitoba and Principal, Lead with Diversity. Meet Dr. Abdulrehman and discover why we are inviting you to #CelebrateEverything with us! Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce

There's still time to advertise in the 2024 Travel Guide!📣 Our Travel Guide is Manitoba's favourite way to plan Pavilion visits. Did you know that in 2023, our guide was printed and distributed across the province to over 200 locations/events and had over 47,000 unique digital views on our website? There are only a few ad spaces remaining! Booking deadline is March 15. To secure your spot, contact Dawson Cox, Coordinator, Community Relations & Partnerships at dcox@folklorama.ca