World Interfaith Harmony Week – February 2026

World Interfaith Harmony Week – February 2026

Peninsula United Church invites you to join faith communities across British Columbia in celebrating UN World Interfaith Harmony Week, February 1–7, 2026. Recognized officially by the Province of British Columbia, this week honours the shared values that unite people of all faiths and convictions.

It’s a time to foster peace, tolerance, understanding, and connection—and PUC is proud to highlight a range of virtual and in-person events happening throughout the month. Everyone is welcome to participate.

World Interfaith Harmony Week Opening – Virtual

• Sunday, February 1, 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM
• Surrey Interfaith Council introduction
• Indigenous welcome with Elder Kevin Barlow
• Faith communities share tours of sacred spaces, outreach work, and beliefs
  Zoom link to follow

Compassionate Listening – Virtual Workshop

• Monday, February 2, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Facilitator: Rev. Cathy Merchant
• Learn to listen more compassionately and act more courageously.
• Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8113813256

Meet Your Jewish Neighbour

• Thursday, February 5, 2026
• Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
• Location: WRSSJCC
• In-person event. RSVP required.
• Register at: https://www.jewishvancouver.com/interfaith-harmony-week

Youth Panel: Living Our Values – Faith, Character, Community

• Friday, February 6, 2026
• Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Location: Darbar Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji
• 8820 168 Street, Surrey
• Dinner will be served.
• Contact: jasanlidhar@gmail.com

8th Annual Interfaith Dinner

• Saturday, February 7, 2026
• Hosted by: Ahmadiyya Community
• Doors Open: 5:30 PM | Program: 6:00 PM
• Location: Baitur Rahman Mosque
• 9570 River Road, Delta

Multi-Faith Summit Council Prayer Breakfast

• Monday, February 16, 2026
• Time: 8:00 – 10:00 AM
• Theme: The Role of Youth in Humanity’s Well-Being
• Location: Baha’i Centre for Learning
• 5880 Main Street, Vancouver
• RSVP required. Register on Eventbrite.

Interfaith Blood Donor Drive

• Friday & Saturday, February 20–21, 2026
• Location: 6270 126 Street
• Friday: 12:00 – 6:45 PM
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
• Sign up at: https://www.blood.ca/en

Interfaith Friendship Gathering

• Saturday, February 21, 2026
• Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
• Hosted by: Baha’i Community
• Location: Colibri Learning Centre
• 10028 King George Highway

World Interfaith Harmony Week is an opportunity to connect with diverse communities, learn from one another, and celebrate shared values. Join us in supporting dialogue, compassion, and understanding in British Columbia and beyond.