Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Culture in Nova Scotia

Founded in 2012, the Latispánica Cultural Association (Latispánica) is a registered non-profit organization driven by a team of dedicated volunteers who share a common mission and vision. Together, we strive to celebrate and promote our vibrant cultural heritage.

A passion for the promotion of the Hispanic culture, the celebration of diversity and integration in Nova Scotia.

Latispánica is at the heart of cultural vibrancy in Nova Scotia, actively participating in and supporting a variety of events throughout the year.

We proudly organize annual celebrations that unite the Hispanic community, showcasing the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture and its seamless integration into the fabric of Nova Scotia.

Join us as we celebrate, connect, and enrich our community together!

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La Tardeada:
Step into a world of music, games, and joyful moments with LA TARDEADA. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Latin rhythms with Frederic Mujica and create unforgettable memories with your friends and family. Join us for an afternoon filled with fun and entertainment!

Date and Time: October 19th at 12:00PM.

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Latispánica is pleased to participate in the promotion and celebration of Latin American culture in Canada, and to support our community in their events.

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Become a member, donate, attend events, sponsor our programs, volunteer and help us enrich the lives of people in our community.

lATISPÁNICA PRESENTS DONATION

With the dedication of many volunteers and support of community groups and sponsors, Latispánica has grown and we are proud to have successfully supports organizations which provide aid to children in communities who are abandoned or live in conditions of extreme in different Latin American countries and Halifax.

MEDIA COVERAGE
my east coast experience

Keeping Hispanic Cultural Heritage Alive, While Away.
By Oriol Salvador
February 8, 2021

CTV MORNING LIVE ATLANTIC

Getting ready for LatinFax 2023
A celebration of Latin culture on the Halifax Waterfront.

Aug. 24, 2023 8:29 a.m. ADT

cTV NEWS ATLANTIC

The Latispánica Cultural Association celebrated Latin American Heritage Month at the Halifax Public Library
Oct. 23, 2022 6:04 p.m. ADT

cbc radio

Mainstreet NS with Jeff Douglas
Alejandra Torres and Alejandra Sanchez talked about the celebration of Latin American culture.
Aired: Sep. 8, 2023

nEW CANADIAN MEDIA

Amid a booming Latin American population in Canada, this Halifax group is building community from the ground up.
by Javier Ortega-Araiza
February 7, 2024

GLOBAL NEWS mORNING HALIFAX

Skye Bryden-Blom sits down with Erik Cabascango and Denisse Molina to chat about the upcoming Latinfax Festival.
Aired: July 25, 2024

cbc radio

Mainstreet NS with Jeff Douglas
LatinFax offers piece of home for Halifax’s Latino community
Organizers Alex Caballeros and Patricia Belleza talk about what the festival has to offer: music, food, dance and culture.
Aired: July 25, 2024

cTV NEWS ATLANTIC

Latin Festival celebrates culture, ‘exponential’ growth in Halifax.
by Amanda Debison
CTV News Atlantic Anchor

Published July 26, 2024 9:08 p.m. ADT

“Thank you SO much. I hadn’t spoken Spanish outside the home in a long time, or danced with strangers!
It made me feel lucky to have a large Latino community in Halifax.”

2023 Latinfax, ANONYMOUS

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