events

Week-ends du Monde, Montreal

July 6 - 15, 2012
Location: Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal

Western Union invites consumers to celebrate the champions of Montreal's diverse communities and create a "Moment For Better" by sharing personalized video stories during the Week-ends du monde, July 7-8 and 14-15 at Parc Jean-Drapeau.

A title sponsor of the cultural event, Western Union values Montreal's diverse cultural community and connects consumers around the world by helping people send the gift of cash to their loved ones and friends. Consumers can share their digital "Moment For Better" for the chance to win CAD$2,500. Festival-goers can create a Western Union-sponsored "Moment For Better" by sharing a defining moment when a loved one or friend made a positive impact on their life, and have a chance to win CAD$2,500. There is no purchase necessary to enter or win the contest. The selected video will also be the subject of a mini documentary broadcasted on various web platforms.

Jambana Festival

August 6, 2012
Location: Toronto

Join Western Union as we celebrate 50 years of Jamaica's Independence at the Jambana Festival in Toronto

Location: Downsview Park, Toronto, Ontario
Date: August 6th, 2012 from 1:00PM - 9:30PM

There will be dance, music, comedy, villages and a special live broadcast of the 2012 Summer Olympics. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door.

Afrikadey

August 5 - 11, 2012
Location: Calgary

WU has partnered up to support the 21st Afrikadey in Calgary. This week long festival will be full of arts and culture. Check below for details on the event.

Location: Prince's Island Park, Calgary, Alberta
Date: August 5, 2012 - August 11, 2012

ACSCA Africa Soccer Tournament and Gala

August 11 - 12, 2012
Location: Vancouver

This year marks the 18th annual soccer tournament and cultural festival for the ACSCA. WU is a proud sponsor of the event and look forward to sharing in the fun activities.

Location: Burnaby Lake Sports Complex East,3677 Kensington Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia
Date: August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012

North American Uganda Conference

June 29 - July 1, 2012
Location: Vancouver

WU is proud to be a sponsor of the Uganda-Canada business and social convention. Brought to you by the UCABC (Uganda Cultural Association of British Columbia) this conference will held on Canada long weekend.

Location: Sheraton Wall Centre, 1088 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia
Date: June 29, 2012 - July 1, 2012

Hispanic Fiesta

August 31 - September 3, 2012
Location: Toronto

Come and see WU at the 31st anniversary of the Hispanic Fiesta in Toronto, Ontario

Location: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street
Date: August 31, 2012 - Sept 3, 2012

Celebrate Philippines Indepedence with Western Union

May 31 - June 30, 2012
Location: Vancouver, Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa

During the month of June, Western Union will be helping to celebrate Philippine Independence at the following events across the country. See below for details on an event near you!

British Columbia
Date: June 3, 2012
Location: Slocan Park

Toronto
Date: June 9, 2012
Location: Metro Toronto Convention

Montreal
Date: June 17, 2012
Location: Mackenzie King Park

Ottawa
Date: June 17, 2012
Location: Vincent Massey Park