Visitors to the function were impressed by Vietnam's “ao dai” (traditional dress), “ao tu than” (four-piece traditional tunic) and “ao ba ba” (southern Vietnamese women's blouse), as well as costumes of the H'mong and Thai ethnic minority groups.

Many of spectators showed their admiration for the fineness of lacquer, pastel paintings and embroidery products, which were completely hand-made in Vietnam.

They also had a chance to enjoy Vietnamese specialities such as “nem” (fried meat rolls), tea and coffee.

The Montessori Academy, one of the biggest universities in Ottawa, has organised the International Cultural Day in February for many years. Apart from giving cultural lectures to Canadian and foreign students, the academy also focuses on developing its students' painting, music and sport skills.