Dr. Balbir Gurm receives community award for NEVR
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) nursing instructor Dr. Balbir Gurm received the Excellence in Community Engagement Award at the 2022 Drishti Awards on Friday night (Nov. 18).
Working together to support Métis people in BC
Every year on November 16th, Louis Riel Day is a time to learn about Métis history, values, and culture.
The 2022 Awards for Excellence in Punjabi Fiction
The world’s signature prize for Punjabi fiction recently announced its 2022 winner, Balwinder Singh Grewal, of a $ 25,000 CDN award plus trophy. Alongside him, Javed Boota and Arvinder Kaur were awarded $10,000 CDN each as two finalists.
Touching Lives Foundation proudly presents 5th Annual Christmas Fundraiser
Touching Lives Foundation is a registered society started by two friends who wanted to give back to the community, by supporting the disadvantaged and the marginalized members of our society.
Snow is Falling and Canada’s Ski Business is Poised to Flourish
Go Skiing Go Snowboarding Helps Canadians Turn Winter Blues into Winter WooHoos!
The Vancouver International South Asian Film Festival (VISAFF)
The Vancouver International South Asian Film Festival (VISAFF) was a huge success with over 80 film screenings, including 12 features and 8 documentaries, bringing together many respected members of the community from across Metro Vancouver and beyond.
Pacific screenwriting program & break the room present: the pitch Accelerator program
The Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) is pleased to announce their new program: The Pitch Accelerator Program, presented in partnership with Break the Room (BTR).
City invests more than $1 million in grants to support local cultural organizations
Yesterday, Vancouver City Council approved $1,055,010 in grants for 46 cultural organizations to increase stability through the lasting economic challenges of the pandemic, invest in making space for arts and culture in Vancouver, and provide targeted support for equity-denied artists.
United Truckers Association Becomes First South Asian Community Organization to Publicly Support Surrey Policing Transition
Members support priority status for Surrey RCMP officers in Surrey Police Service hiring.
Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee medal awarded to Burnaby Hospital Foundation
Terry Beech, Member of Parliament for Burnaby North-Seymour, presented the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Emblem to Burnaby Hospital Foundation in recognition of their noteworthy service to the community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SurreyCares Seeks Support from Local Businesses for the Second Annual “Toonies for Tomorrow” Campaign February 2023
SurreyCares Community Foundation is delighted to announce the second annual Toonies for Tomorrow campaign, which will run From February 1 to 23rd, 2023.
Host Like A Pro With Nugu Home
With the festive season approaching, we all look forward to spending quality time with our loved ones. Hosting family dinners, and get-togethers are the highlight of this season, and as much as we enjoy bringing our people together, it can be demanding to host that perfect gathering.
RED FM Listeners Raise Over $600,000 For Guru Nanak Food Bank
Listeners of No.1 South Asian radio station CKYE 93.1 & 89.1 RED FM raised over $600,000 during RED FM’s annual radiothon on the occasion of Guru Nanak Gurpurab (birth anniversary of Sikh’s first guru). The funds raised will benefit Guru Nanak Food Bank.
Burnaby Hospital Foundation Exceeds $30 Million Raised For Redevelopment, Completion Of Jim Pattison Matching Campaign
Burnaby Hospital Foundation announces $30 million Bright Future redevelopment fundraising milestone; No Place Like Home Gala raises over $480,000
B.C. Awards Vancouver Woman For Innovation In Mental-Health, Addictions Care
A Vancouver resident has received the Council of the Federation (COF) Award for Innovation in Mental Health and Addictions Care to recognize her work to break down stigma and support young people dealing with addiction challenges.