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

YearDateWhereStatus
20261 to 31 October 2026CanadaSet by a fixed rule
20271 to 31 October 2027CanadaSet by a fixed rule
20281 to 31 October 2028CanadaSet by a fixed rule

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