Hiroshima-Nagasaki Day, August 6, 2024

Greater Victoria Peace School

A free, family-friendly event to commemorate the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, dedicated to creating peace and building community.

Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion

Join us on August 6th to celebrate peace, launch lanterns, and enjoy Japanese culture!Lantern-making will begin at 6:00 pm indoors on the ground floor of the Pavilion, with all materials provided. The program will begin at 7:30 pm and end at 9 pm with the launching of the lanterns in the Pavilion reflecting pools. Among the performers and presenters will be:<ul><li>First Nation’s greetings by Carolyn Memnook</li><li>MC Dr. Dillon Takata</li><li>Tsugio Kurushima, Nikkei Society</li><li>Furusato Dancers</li><li>Uminari Taiko Drummers</li><li>Gettin' Higher Choir</li><li>Margaret Krawciw reading: "Children of the A-Bomb"</li></ul>P eople are asked to bring lawn chairs or a blanket if possible; some chairs will be provided. A donation bottle will be passed for those who would like to contribute to the cost of the event. No need to bring a ticket.H onouring Peace is supported by the Greater Victoria Peace School (GVPS), the Victoria Nikkei Cultural Society (VNCS), the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War Canada (IPPNWC), Gettin' Higher Choir, Raging Grannies and the Victoria Multifaith Society (VMS).