Pam Kaur was born and raised in the UK and moved to Canada in 2003. She plays many roles and has played throughout her life—mother, daughter, sibling, aunt, friend, mentor, and coach. Being a mother is the most rewarding of all. Mothers are influential creators because we bring life into this world. A wise soul once said, “A mother is the first form of God that a child meets entering into this world.”
Pardeep Purewal is the daughter of Punjabi farmers and that is where her work ethic comes from. She was driven by their struggles and sacrifices for a better life. She began her career as a Co-op student with the Province in the Ministry Responsible for Multiculturalism. Later, she progressed to a Director level, resulting in an enriching career in the provincial government in the anti-racism, human rights, victim services, and crime prevention sectors. For the last ten years, she has had a rewarding role as a Communications Manager with a local municipality.
Born in England, Kamaljit Lehal immigrated to Canada in 1975 with her parents and two brothers. Having always dreamed of being a lawyer, she pursued her law degree at UBC and started her legal career in 1990 at a local law firm. Two years later, Kamaljit opened her firm, Lehal Law, providing legal services to the local community.
For more than 15 years, Anita Huberman has proudly served as the Surrey Board of Trade CEO. In this role, Anita and her team provide businesses and organizations with economic opportunities, connections, and more. She is also an Honorary Captain of the Royal Canadian Navy. Although she has led an impressive career history, Anita moved past many barriers to become the first South Asian woman to fill this role in Canada.
Real estate professional and salon owner Gurjinder K. Bhurji knows from first-hand experience how difficult it is for people to afford housing in today’s market. Gurjinder moved to Surrey when she was seven years old and became an active member of the community, and raised four children of her own.
Jas Salh is an investment advisor and leader in the community she proudly serves. She considers herself to be a wealth advisor, as her business covers every aspect of her client’s financial journey from birth to retirement and beyond. While her business is thriving today, the road to success has been challenging, involving a lot of sweat, tears, and late nights tasks.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous History Month.
Climate action starts at home. By helping Canadians make their homes more energy-efficient and more comfortable, the Government of Canada is making it easier for them to lower their energy bills and their home’s carbon footprint.
With no enforcement of the law or the rules, UTA will now seek relief from the courts
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the anniversary of the Komagata Maru incident.
League implements industry-leading app and web system for concussion management
Vincenzo Guzzo, President and CEO of Cinémas Guzzo, the largest independent chain of movie theatres in Québec, and “Dragon” on CBC’s entrepreneurially-focused show, Dragons’ Den, is pleased to announce the reopening of all Cinémas Guzzo theatres on Friday, May 28, 2021, strictly following all provincial health and safety guidelines.
As India continues to battle with the nation’s worst COVID-19 crisis, the biggest names in entertainment have joined forces for a half-hour primetime fundraising special, ET Canada Presents: Help India, in support of the Humanitarian Coalition’s emergency response efforts.
Annual nominations for the honorary designation of Queen’s counsel (QC) have opened and will be accepted until July 16, 2021.
Festival to feature five weeks of online and hybrid events from June 17 to July 17, 2021