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EDMONTON – “Diwali is a celebration of light, hope and community,” said Honourable Ric McIver, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. “This festival, with its vibrant traditions and message of triumph over darkness, reminds us of the importance of kindness and kinship, which bring us together. I am very grateful for the diverse community members who have come together to support this ceremony on behalf of all Albertans.”

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, at noon, Speaker McIver will host a Diwali celebration in the Legislature Building rotunda.

Following Speaker McIver’s opening remarks, official remarks will also be delivered by Honourable Muhammad Yaseen, MLA for Calgary-North on behalf of the Premier and government of Alberta and Rakhi Pancholi, MLA for Edmonton-Whitemud on behalf of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition. 

Following the formal program, light refreshments and snacks will be distributed in the lower rotunda.

The public is welcome to attend in person. The ceremony will also be live streamed on assembly.ab.ca and on the Legislative Assembly’s Facebook, X and YouTube channels. 

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Paige Van Brabant
Communications and Digital Media Assistant
Legislative Assembly Office 
587.338.3531 
paige.vanbrabant@assembly.ab.ca