Sinterklaas

• Dutch ditch blackface at holiday parade, opt for ‘sooty face’ instead

  The Netherlands' version of the Santa Claus parade will change how it depicts his helper, Black Pete, amid concerns about blackface.

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  Sep 19, 2019
  
• Christmas around the world: Top carols and how different cultures view Santa Claus

  While the version of Santa Claus with rosy cheeks, white beard and red suit is quite widespread, depictions and traditions vary around the world.

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  Dec 24, 2018
  
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• Edmonton bakery issues apology after ‘Black Pete’ Dutch character sparked complaints

  Dutch Delicious issued an apology after fielding concerns about "Black Pete", a Dutch character being represented in the store.

  Consumer

  Dec 10, 2016
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• Does tradition trump all? Debate stoked over controversial Dutch character in Edmonton

  A longtime Dutch holiday tradition is stoking debate in Edmonton, after the appearance of a controversial figure at an Edmonton bakery.

  Canada

  Dec 4, 2016
• Protest against Dutch holiday tradition that has Santa’s helpers resemble slaves

  As the Sinterklaas festival kicked off in the Netherlands, people gathered in Amsterdam to protest one element of the party they see as unwelcome: his assistant in blackface makeup, Black Pete.

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  Nov 16, 2013