Latin American Heritage Month
Held each October in Canada, a month set in federal law to recognise the culture and contributions of Latin American Canadians.
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Last checked20 October 2026
First held2018
About the day
The Latin American Heritage Month Act received Royal Assent on 21 June 2018 and names October as the month across Canada. It is separate from National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, which starts in mid September.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | Canada | Set by a fixed rule |
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