Sri Lankan community in Toronto celebrates 77th Independence Day with cultural showcase

The Sri Lankan community in Toronto marked the island nation’s 77th Independence Day with a vibrant cultural celebration at the Toronto Pavilion in North York, Ont.

The event began with religious observances representing Sri Lanka’s diverse traditions, including Buddhist, Hindu, Christian and Islamic sermons.

Sri Lanka’s consul general in Toronto, Thushara Rodrigo, delivered a speech, while consulate staff read official messages from Sri Lanka’s president, prime minister and foreign minister.

The cultural program featured performances by Sri Lankan artists from across the Greater Toronto Area, showcasing the country’s rich heritage through traditional dance, music and artistic expressions.