Here's a list of cultural festivals and celebrations of different nations in Canada, including their typical dates and host cities:

1. Toronto Caribbean Carnival (Caribana)

• Culture: Caribbean (Trinidadian, Jamaican, Barbadian, etc.)
• Date: Late July to Early August
• City: Toronto, Ontario
• Highlights: Parades, masquerade bands, steelpan music, and vibrant costumes.

2. Chinese New Year Festival

• Culture: Chinese
• Date: January or February (varies based on the lunar calendar)
• Cities: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary
• Highlights: Dragon dances, lantern festivals, fireworks, and cultural performances.

3. Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF)

• Culture: Global (International)
• Date: Late September to Early October
• City: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Highlights: A showcase of international films, including diverse cultural perspectives.

4. Montreal International Jazz Festival

• Culture: Global
• Date: Late June to Early July
• City: Montreal, Quebec
• Highlights: Jazz performances featuring artists from around the world.

5. Diwali Celebrations

• Culture: South Asian (Hindu, Sikh, Jain)
• Date: October or November (varies based on the lunar calendar)
• Cities: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton
• Highlights: Fireworks, light displays, traditional dances, and cultural performances.

6. Vancouver’s Greek Day on Broadway

• Culture: Greek
• Date: Late June
• City: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Highlights: Greek food, music, dances, and cultural displays.

7. Calgary Stampede

• Culture: Western Canadian Heritage
• Date: Early July
• City: Calgary, Alberta
• Highlights: Rodeos, parades, chuckwagon races, and First Nations exhibitions.

8. Powwows (Indigenous Celebrations)

• Culture: Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit)
• Dates: Various dates throughout the year
• Cities: Across Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and British Columbia)
• Highlights: Traditional dances, drumming, storytelling, and regalia displays.

9. Oktoberfest

• Culture: German
• Date: Early October
• City: Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario
• Highlights: Beer gardens, traditional Bavarian music, dances, and food.

10. Vancouver’s Italian Day

• Culture: Italian
• Date: Early June
• City: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Highlights: Italian cuisine, music, and cultural displays on Commercial Drive.

11. Fête Nationale (Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day)

• Culture: French Canadian
• Date: June 24th
• City: Quebec City, Montreal, and across Quebec
• Highlights: Parades, concerts, and fireworks celebrating French Canadian heritage.

12. Pride Festivals

• Culture: LGBTQ+ Community
• Dates: Various (e.g., Toronto Pride – June; Vancouver Pride – August)
• Cities: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary
• Highlights: Parades, concerts, and cultural events promoting inclusivity and diversity.

13. Celtic Colours International Festival

• Culture: Scottish, Irish, Celtic
• Date: October
• City: Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
• Highlights: Celtic music, storytelling, and cultural workshops.

14. Caribbean Days Festival

• Culture: Caribbean
• Date: Late July
• City: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Highlights: Parades, music, dance, and Caribbean cuisine.

15. LunarFest

• Culture: Pan-Asian (Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese)
• Date: January or February
• Cities: Vancouver, Toronto
• Highlights: Lantern displays, performances, and Asian cultural traditions.

This list highlights some of the diverse festivals in Canada that celebrate multiculturalism and heritage. Dates may vary slightly each year, so it's a good idea to check official event websites for updates.