The Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards Ceremony started in 2003 to recognize the best practices of Fraser Valley organizations, initiatives and businesses in recognizing the diversity of our community. Each year, we look forward to receiving nominations from individuals, organizations, schools, businesses and programs that work towards building an inclusive community, providing their clients/ customers with accessible environments, and having reflective workforces for all. Cultural diversity includes but is not limited to age, abilities, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual-orientation and socio-economic background. For more information regarding the nomination process, please see the CDA nomination form.

The event will be held at the Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre in Abbotsford (36035 North Parallel Road). The evening commences at 6:00 pm, March 6th, with cocktails, followed by entertainment, keynote address and finally the awards ceremony.

It is an annual event organized by the Abbotsford Community Services (a non-profit organization in British Columbia) in partnership with Clearbrook Library, Mission Community Services and Chilliwack Community Services.This annual event has been a resounding success with over 400 people attending each year.

Previous speakers have included The Honorable Iona Campagnolo, Lieutenant Governor of BC, The Honorable Steven Point, Lieutenant Governor of BC, Mike Harcourt, Former Premier of BC and Lloyd Axworthy, Chair of Global studies at the Lieu institute, Nazanin Afshin-Jam and Lesra Martin.

http://www.abbotsfordcommunityservices.com/assets/client/File/CDA/CDASponsorshipPackage2009.pdf