The North Peace community unites for the annual World Fair

Festival Plaza was full with colour, music, food, and good conversation on Sunday afternoon as locals gathered for the annual World Fair in Fort St. John.

Residents from the community came together on May 31 to explore various cultural displays, performances, meet local organizations, and learn a bit more about the people who call the North Peace home.

Visitors traveled from table to table Inside and around the plaza, collecting passport stamps while stopping to chat with volunteers who had spent a great deal of time preparing exhibits and showcasing cultures and experiences from around the world.

“What a fantastic community event hosted by S.U.C.C.E.S.S. this weekend,” said Fort St. John’s Mayor Lilia Hansen on social media. “The World Fair is always such a joyful celebration of culture, connection, and community spirit and this year was no exception.”

What makes World Fair special is not just the entertainment or the food, but the chance to connect. The event offers an opportunity for people from different backgrounds to share stories, traditions, and experiences in a welcoming environment.

“From the incredible cultural tables and performances to the delicious food samples, the event created so many meaningful opportunities to learn from one another, share stories, and build understanding. These moments of connection are what make Fort St. John strong - supporting one another, celebrating diversity, and growing together,” said Hansen.

The event was organized by SUCCESS Fort St. John which was made possible by an enormous group of volunteers, cultural participants, community organizations, and local partners. For a few hours on Sunday afternoon, Festival Plaza became a gathering place where cultures, communities, and conversations came together under one roof.