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Conference Overview
1. Background.
Canadians and the world in Diaspora come together in trade, Culture and investment to support their economies. At the 3rd Uganda Kwe Kwaffe Cultural and Business Forum held in Edmonton April 2019, Ugandan Ambassador to Canada Hon Joy Ruth Achieng, noted that the global Ugandan living in diaspora contributed $1.4 billion to the country’s economy in 2017,2020 with Ugandans in North America sending home more than $100m in remittances each year.
As part of our market penetration strategy in 2019.2020 Uganda Culture in Diaspora is a Canadian community organization, as partnered with other community Association to promote Culture Values, Developmental Educational programs, Tourism and Trade among sister countries, Networking opportunities and modern Agricultural practices to enable convenient, hassle free Union for the North American, European Market and Canada in Particular. Sectors with Ugandan Canadian residents.
2. Edmonton Heritage Festival
And the 9th Uganda Kwe kwaffe Diaspora Canadian Business and Cultural Forum 2026 Edmonton.
Edmonton Events is a partnership between the City of Edmonton and Edmonton Tourism. We attract, develop and support world-class sport and cultural events in Edmonton. We work closely with event rights holders to bid, enhance, and execute sport and cultural events of all kinds. From triathlons to soccer and downhill ice cross, we love it all. We have a trusted network of partners who all contribute to the success of the event. That includes securing political and financial support, work out logistics, and making sure you connect with the people you need to reach. Presented by Communities. The world`s largest outdoor celebration of multiculturalism of 31st July – 4th August 2026, will be held at William Hawrelak Park Edmonton T6G 2T5 AB
Experience the world in a weekend without leaving Edmonton at the world`s largest multicultural festival. Take apeek at Uganda Pavilion the host, Pakistan, taste the flavours of Fiji, feel the beat of Brazil and explore exotic cultures from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe
The Edmonton Heritage Festival, presented by Servus Credit Union, is a family – friendly alcohol-free mingling of nations. Sample culinary treats, shop for artwork, and chat with folks who are proud to discuss their unique roots and the rich muti-cultural communities they have created in Canada. Over 100 pavilions representing more than 100 countries and cultures come together to share their entertainment and culture and celebrate diversity.
Welcome to Edmonton Tourism! We are the trusted experts and resource for the sales and marketing of our city. We want visitors to have more than enough reasons to visit, explore and stay longer in Edmonton.
3. Edmonton`S Destination, Management / Marketing Organization
Edmonton`s hotels, attractions and businesses that depend on tourism for their success are looking for solutions to drive more visits, longer stays and increased tourism spending. We are here and ready to provide those solutions. Edmonton Tourism is the trusted expert for sales and marketing of Edmonton`s visitor experience
Our goal: drive sustainable year – round visitation through programs and initiatives that positively impact Edmonton`s image and awareness in regional and international markets.
Did you know? Edmonton Tourism is a division of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation and we work in partnership with the City of Edmonton, our stakeholders and the businesses that depend on revenues from the visitor economy. We are a non-profit organization…and there`s no membership fee!
4. Media.
Selling Edmonton as the gateway to the North, the Rocky Mountains and beyond.
Travel Trade are your ambassadors for Canada`s northernmost major city. As the gateway to the northern Rockies and Canada`s north, Travel Trade works closely with Edmonton International Airport to develop and support direct air access. We also work to sell Edmonton and its experiences to global tour operators in Canada, China, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States and emerging markets, by leading familiarization tours and attending international sales missions and marketplaces. When local experience providers, attractions and hotels are export-ready, we work with them to showcase their offerings to our global markets.
We sell export-ready Edmonton experiences by putting them in the spotlight at sales missions and international marketplaces where we meet with tour operators from around the world.
Our multi-award-winning team inspires travelers to explore Edmonton through out-of-the-box content, stunning visuals and compelling stories. As part of our year -round marketing strategy, we work in partnership with industry leaders to promote attractions, experiences, festivals, major events, and one of the country`s hottest culinary scenes.
We shine a spotlight on Edmonton through digital and social marketing, as well as experiential campaigns, connecting visitors to the best authentic Edmonton experiences.
Developing authentic Edmonton experiences.
Edmonton is full of creative makers eager to share their experiences with the world. Being the youngest capital city in Canada means that our locals aren`t afraid to a risk.
We work closely with local businesses, ground operators, attractions, experience providers and festivals to help them develop products and experiences that are authentic to Edmonton.
Our team will help these stakeholders to grow their businesses into an export-ready product that is ready to sell internationally within our priority markets (china, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kiingdom and the United States)
Our Marketplace Development Program helps our export-ready operators be set up for success at Travel Trade Marketplaces.
5. Arts And Culture.
Whether you`re taking a tour through Fort Edmonton Park, checking out the biggest musical acts in the world at Rogers place, or admiring an exhibit at the Art Gallery of Alberta, there`s no shortage of things to do in Edmonton that will make your inner arts and culture lover jump for joy. Live threatre, arts galleries, and countless festivals are just the beginning.
So much to see, and even more to do.
Explore Edmonton`s Festivals and events – from thought-provoking plays to engaging exhibits, unforgettable concerts and more.
From whirling around in a rollercoaster at the world`s largest indoor amusement park at west Edmonton Mall to exploring the limits of outer space at Telus world of Science your family will love all the awesome that Edmonton has to offer. Little kids and big kids alike will have the best time at the city`s family-friendly attractions, events restaurants and activities. Let’s the kids Decide.
Travelling with family doesn`t need to be complicated, in fact, all it should be is fun! We have gathered the best family-friendly things to do in Edmonton that will leave everyone smiling.
Outdoor Adventure
If you ask any local, they will tell you that the heart best of Edmonton is our glorious river valley. Stretching right through downtown, this expanse of urban parkland is the largest in North America; and that`s just the beginning. We have got outdoor activities and things to do aplenty, whether it`s winter, summer or any season in between, your Edmonton adventure starts here.
6. The 9th Uganda Kwe Kwaffe Diaspora Canadian Business and Cultural Forum.
This being organized out of the understanding that strategic connections between Ugandan Diaspora in Canada and Ugandan professionals with shared interests for mutual benefit can be an effective in increasing the possibility of creating notable development in Uganda with Investment Value created for the Diaspora in Canada. The forum and exhibition will present a one- stop shop for Uganda, investors, development partners and healthcare practitioners. By facilitating an understanding of the region, the conference is a prudent point to secure funding and investments that can create and expand access to new markets not only in Uganda but the larger East Africa region.
7. Conference Theme & Objectives.
The theme for the 2026 forum is: “Diaspora Participation in Entrepreneurship and development, Modern Agriculture Practice, Tourism and culture and Networking Partnerships for Socio-Economic Prosperity.” The Objectives of this annual event is to engage and rally participants and various institutions in achieving various specific objectives as outlined below:
- Foster Business linkages between Ugandans and Canadian Residents based on the opportunities available in both Countries.
- Bring Services like National ID and Uganda Passport Services near to the Ugandan Canadian Residents in line with the newly enacted Dual citizenship law of Uganda.
- Create cultural exchange through home grown entertainment for the Canadian Diaspora
8. Participation.
The forum and exhibition will be officially opened by the Ugandan High Commissioner in Canada. The forum will be structured in panel discussions, B2B and networking sessions. The Ugandan and Canadian participants will share insights into developing investment opportunities that create value for investors while stimulating Economic development.
The exhibition section will provide participants with opportunity to exhibit their latest products and services, technologies and best practices. Exhibitors from Uganda, Canada, and USA among others are expected to participate. The forum and exhibition will be funded by the Forum Sponsors. Additional funds will be sourced from the participant’s fees and exhibitors.
9. Expected Results.
The Business and Cultural Forum is expected to yield the following results:
- Recognition and respect for the significant role played the Canadian Diaspora in Uganda’s development
- Cultural exchange opportunities and Entertainment for the participants
- Improvement on the value addition investment opportunities generated and modeled to serve the Canadian Diaspora.
10. Exhibitors And Participants Registration.
a) Conference Partnership (Sponsorship)
- Special sponsorship: Lunch/Dinner sponsorship @ USD 3,000
- Acknowledge Sponsor as a Sponsor for the Event
- Logo, company 100-word profile on the Event brochure and URL on the conference website
- Sponsor Logo added to all event sales collateral and marketing material
- Sponsor Logo included on the stage sets and all relevant event signage and conference holding slides
- Acknowledgement by the MC during the conference
- Branding of the lunch/dinner area in the duration of the event
- Complimentary exhibition space within event networking area
b) Exhibitor USD 1,000
- Sponsor logo, on the Event brochure
- 2 full conference passes included in this package
- Sponsor to be allocated an exhibition space, within event networking area; including structure, stool, name board, lighting
- Invitation letter and Package to facilitate Visa Application for Ugandan Exhibitors
c) Canadian Residents CAN 50
- 2 days Forum passes to access all key note speakers and Exhibitors
- Access to Sponsored Dinner
- Access to Entertainment
d) Ugandan Participants USD 250 for Early Bird and USD 300 for the rest of the Applicants
Invitation letter and Package to facilitate Visa Application
- Access to Sponsored Dinner
- Access to the Entertainment night Venue.
11. Travel Media.
Pitching Edmonton To the World
Welcome to the Travel Media Newsroom. We help to build our City`s images by pitching and securing coverage to generate…the capital city of Alberta. We camp with bison, party under the aurora, and surf on the prairies. From the continent`s first, biggest and wildest Fringe Theatre Festival to a shopping mall that at one time had more submarines than the Canadian navy, Edmonton’s have never been afraid to do things a little differently.
Pitching Edmonton To the World
These are theories. Maybe it`s our northern home where for years we have learned to make our entrepreneurs dreaming up oddities: deep freezer races, winter patios and surfing indoors. Perhaps it’s the foundation of natural beauty, from which we have built something great. Take your taste buds on a journey to some of the hottest craft beer taprooms and hyper-local bistros, experience the glory of the northern lights from our dark sky preserves, or cruise through North America`s largest stretch of urban parkland. There`s a uniqueness to trade.
Edmonton Events is a partnership between the City of Edmonton and Edmonton Tourism. We attract, develop and support world-class sport and cultural events in Edmonton.
Edmonton Events is a partnership between the City of Edmonton and Edmonton Tourism. We attract, develop and support world-class sport and cultural events in Edmonton.
12.Words Women Empowerment.
Women Empowerment is made up of two words women and empowerment. Empowerment means to give power or authority to someone. So, Women Empowerment means power in the hands of women. It signifies that women should be given equal opportunity in every field, irrespective of any discrimination. In this essay on Women Empowerment, we will discuss the need for women empowerment and the ways through which it can be achieved.
Our society comprises men and women. In earlier times, men were considered to be the leading members of a family. They were responsible for earning the livelihood and were the decision takers of the family. On the other hand, women were responsible for doing household work and upbringing of the children. So, the roles were mainly based on gender. There was no involvement of women in decision
If we assess our entire sector, then research says that women’s issues are either focused on her reproductive role and her body or on her economic role as a worker. But none of them is focused on empowering the women.
What Does Women Empowerment Mean?
Women Empowerment is the process that creates power in women to live a happy and respectable life in a society. Women are empowered when they are able to access opportunities in a variety of fields such as in education, profession, lifestyle, etc., without any limitations and restrictions. It includes raising their status through education, awareness, literacy and training. It also includes the authority to take decisions. When a woman makes a crucial decision, she feels empowered.
Women’s empowerment
History is the most crucial point for the overall development of a country. Suppose, in a family, there is one earning person, while in another family, both men and women are earning, then who will have a better lifestyle. The answer is simple, the family where both men and women are earning money. Thus, the country where men and women work together develops at a faster rate.
Need for Women Empowerment
History says that women were ill-treated. The Sati Pratha in the ancient times to the girl child abortion in the present scenario, women continue facing such violence. Not only this, heinous crimes against women such as rape, acid attack, dowry system, honour killing, domestic violence, etc., are still happening in India.
Out of the total population, 50% of the population should consist of women. However, due to female foeticide practices, girl child numbers are decreasing sharply in India. It has also impacted the sex ratio in India. The literacy rate in girls is very low. Most of the girls are not even provided with primary education. Moreover, they are married early and made to raise children and shoulder only household work. They are not allowed to go out and are dominated by their husbands. Women are taken for granted by men as they are considered their property. Even at the workplace, women are discriminated against. They are paid less for the same work as compared to their male counterparts.
Steps to Empower Women
Women can be empowered in various ways. It can be done through government schemes as well as on an individual basis. At the individual level, we should start respecting women and start giving them opportunities equal to men. We should promote and encourage them to take up jobs, higher education, business activities, etc. The Government has come up with various schemes such as Working Women Hostel to empower women. Apart from these schemes, we as individuals can also empower
women by abolishing social evils like the dowry system, child marriage. These small steps will change the situation of women in society and make them feel empowered.
Kassim Ssali
Chairman Uganda Kwekwaffe
13. Conclusion.
Pitching Edmonton To the World
The 7th Uganda Kwekwaffe Diaspora Business and Cultural Forum to be held in Edmonton, Canada will bring together Ugandan Professionals in various fields/rebranding Uganda as our mother land and tap into the opportunities available between Uganda and Canada. The Forum will facilitate building the spirit of unity/patriotism between Ugandans and Canadian Diaspora residents to gather around key sectors that can create value for the Diaspora while creating much needed development for the country. Most important of all it will popularize, grow and advance the participants business relations, and services amongst Ugandans in the diaspora. We therefore urge you and welcome you to be part of this trail blazing experience. The Forum is organized and Supported by Uganda Culture in Diaspora Canada.
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