While he fights social injustice in his role as a lawyer, advocating for social equality, environmental justice, and indigenous justice, he wears many figurative hats. He is the real definition of a renaissance man, a dichotomy of sorts.
Simon Fraser University’s Board of Governors announced in January, after an extensive 9-month international search, that Dr. Joy Johnson will be the university’s next president and vice-chancellor. She succeeds Andrew Petter, who had a tenure that spanned a decade, and began her term in September.
“It all began when I went to the Gurdwara one day, and I saw that a lot of the elders were not wearing masks,” Sukhmeet explains. “We already know the evidence-based information that elders are more prone to getting Covid-19, and so seeing elders come into the Gurdwara not wearing masks concerned me, especially being a public health professional and medical student. So that’s when I decided I need to do something about it. Hence, I started this initiative.”
“Neeta Lulla is an icon for South Asian style. Making waves across runways and the big screen world of cinema, she has over 350 films to her credit and has worked for 34 years. She doesn’t think out of the box—because she believes there shouldn’t be a box!”
Thanks to RED FM listeners, an incredible $710,000 was raised for urgent health needs in the Fraser Valley during the Gupurab Radiothon on November 30th. The two-part radiothon benefitted two major B.C. charities: the BC Cancer Foundation and Surrey Hospitals Foundation, with 100 per cent of funds directly supporting each cause.
Vancouver Art Gallery Launches Fundraising Campaign To Help It Safely Support Communities During The COVID-19 Crisis
Mr. Michael Ching, a real estate developer in Vancouver and Richmond, has generously donated $200,000 to the new acute care tower in Richmond. Extending his generosity even further, Mr. Ching has partnered with South China Morning Post, donating $50,000 towards Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Surgical Restart campaign.
“Tonight, we will mark the beginning of the Christmas Lights Across Canada program, and although we will not be able to come together in person on Parliament Hill this year, Canadians will still be able to marvel at the beauty of the lights.
“Today, Sikhs in Canada and around the world will celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first Sikh Guru.
“The anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birth is an important day for Sikh Canadians. It celebrates his life and his teachings of unity, equality, selflessness, and service.
Vantage Point congratulates Niki Sharma on being appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Community Development and Non-Profits and pledges its support for unleashing the potential of charities and nonprofits in BC’s recovery
YWCA Metro Vancouver welcomes the provincial government’s commitment to BC’s non-profit sector with the appointment of Niki Sharma as Parliamentary Secretary of Community Development and Non-Profits. The appointment comes at a time when nearly one in four non-profits report being at risk of closing their doors as a result of COVID-19.
We are seeking the right individual to become our first Director, Diversity, Inclusion and Community.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director will play a critical role in the building and implementation of the club’s diversity, equity and inclusion strategy.
This week the City of Surrey launched its new #LightWhereYouLive campaign, a community engagement project to help illuminate spirits, and the City over the winter months. The campaign encourages the community to help make Surrey’s neighbourhoods festive and bright by decorating homes and businesses with lights and bright colours, while encouraging that participants share their contributions on social media.
“As we recognize BC Multiculturalism Week, I am reminded of how incredibly privileged we are to live in the most culturally diverse province in Canada. The history, traditions, perspectives and ways of life of more than 200 First Nations communities and people who trace their origins to more than 200 countries or regions significantly enrich and strengthen our society.
The Gala, presented by TD, honoured the best in Canadian marketing, with more than 1,300 marketers registered to attend the immersive online experience built exclusively for the event. Attendees connected with hundreds of marketers across Canada through a chat feature and explored an online platform that featured a mixologist, magician, photo booth, giveaways and more. The show was emceed by returning host, Rick Campanelli.