Big Lunch celebrates a Unique Nation Apr 30/26 - media
– Elizabeth Murray
Sunday afternoon, June 7, is touted to be another big, Annual Big Lunch at St. David’s Tsawwassen, when the community is invited to celebrate Canada’s sovereignty and its place as a Commonwealth realm.
Our world-recognized red maple leaf flag is a prominent component of a Big Lunch block-party-style that welcomes parishioners, friends and neighbours to share a meal together and rejoice in the many blessings that make Canada unique.
The skirl of pipe-major George Panagiotou’s bagpipes will signal the start of St. David’s 13th Big Lunch, an event that adds its participation numbers to those of a Commonwealth-wide festival held every first weekend of June. In 2025, the Big Lunch promotion of collective spirit and community togetherness, was supported by some 10-million like-minded citizenry whose values include shared beliefs and ethics. At a time when divisions in society are heightened, it is heartening to see that the Big Lunch continues to break down barriers and be inclusive and welcoming to all.
Rubbing shoulders with others at the event’s traditional long tables, is the step that ensures the day is inclusive for everyone. In the words attributed to Irish poet William Yeats: “a stranger is just a friend you haven’t met yet”.
Barbequed hamburgers and hotdogs, salads, desserts, and celebratory cake are the added pleasures of a special occasion. A program that follows the meal includes, Tributes, Greetings, and a Canadian-inspired sing-along led by Allen Desnoyers.
Red and white pennants, balloons, table coverings, napkins, flags and decorated cake – will leave no doubt that St. David parishioners embrace positivity in promoting community oneness within a celebration of Canada’s Unity.
More information at www.stdavidsdelta.com or by calling (604) 943-4737