Canada's Voice
for Polish Heritage
Uniting Polish-Canadian communities from coast to coast since 1933
Latest from the Congress ● Aktualności Kongresu
Statement:
In Solidarity with Kraków and All of Poland
The Canadian Polish Congress is heartbroken by the deadly shooting in Kraków’s Main Market Square. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims’ families and loved ones, and wish all those injured a full and speedy recovery.
Youth gather in Ottawa for the Young Polonia Leadership Summit
The fourth annual Young Polonia Leadership Summit welcomed 40+ young from coast to coast to Ottawa in October 2026 for two days of intense dialogue in the House of Commons and the Embassy of the Republic of Poland.
The 2026 Annual Meeting of Members in Victoria, British Columbia
Member organizations gathered for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Members of the Canadian Polish Congress took place in Victoria, British Columbia on October 24-25, 2026.
About the Canadian Polish Congress
Our Mission Statement
"The Canadian Polish Congress is a Canadian organization that represents our community's interests before the people and Government of Canada. The Canadian Polish Congress promotes awareness of and respect for Poland's history and heritage and the contribution of Poles to the culture of Canada and the world."
Founded in 1933, the Canadian Polish Congress serves as the national voice for Polish-Canadian communities across Canada. We unite 100+ member organizations in 14 districts from coast to coast, representing our community's interests before the people and Government of Canada.
We provide leadership, resources, and support to Polish-Canadian organizations while promoting awareness and respect for Poland's history and heritage. Our mission is to ensure Polish-Canadians have full and equal participation in all aspects of Canadian society and to preserve our cultural contributions to Canada and the world.
Through dedicated volunteer leadership spanning over eight decades, we foster understanding across diverse cultures, strengthen community connections, and champion the shared values that unite Polish-Canadians from coast to coast.
Key Initiatives and Projects
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Charitable Foundation of the Canadian Polish Congress
The Charitable Foundation of the Canadian Polish Congress supports charitable, cultural and educational activities within the Polish Canadian community.
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Polish Heritage Month in Canada
On February 7, 2024, the House of Commons unanimously adopted Motion M-75, designating May as Polish Heritage Month and May 3 as Polish Constitution Day in Canada, a milestone achieved in close collaboration with the Canadian Polish Congress.
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Polish Heritage Month Parade and Celebration
Hosted annually in downtown Toronto, the parade brings together community members, Polish schools, scouts, folk groups and local organizations to honour the Polish Constitution of 1791.
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Young Polonia Leadership Summit
The Young Polonia Leadership Summit brings together young Polish Canadians to develop leadership skills, build connections with peers from different communities, and carry Polish heritage forward in their own organizations.
