Sahabhāva is a Sanskrit word for coexistence, community, and coming together. Originally a virtual festival which was one of the first Indian classical music and dance events to occur globally during COVID-19, ICMSV continues the concept live with the same intention – to support artists in our community and experience a breadth of artistic disciplines.
In a momentous occasion for the South-Asian community, seniors, and the city of Surrey, the PICS Society proudly participated in the historic ground-breaking ceremony for the Guru Nanak Diversity Village.
The International South Asian Film Festival (iSAFF) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2024 edition running from September 25th to 29th. Promising to captivate film enthusiasts with the theme “Crossroads”, this year will be a celebration of innovative and intersectional South Asian cinema and artists.
Background image by Taslim Samji, Kampala to Canada, Acrylic on Canvas, 2022; Top Left Image by Taslim Samji, Mothers, Mix Media on Paper, 2021; Top Right image by Dr. Sultan Baloo, Dadima, Photography, 1967; Bottom Left image by Mehb Rahemtulla, My Sweet Homeland, what has become of you, Linocut Print on Dessin Paper, 1989
Arts Umbrella’s annual Splash Art Auction receives unprecedented support from the art community
At Moving Forward Family Services, we are dedicated to providing accessible, low-barrier counselling services to seniors and marginalized groups across Canada. Our mission is to create “A world without sorrow,” where everyone has the opportunity to receive the mental health support they deserve.
Festival features 56 artists selected by new inclusive curatorial committee, highlighting diversity and community collaboration
Canada’s history is woven from countless diverse stories, each contributing to the strength and richness of our nation’s cultural fabric. By sharing these stories, we foster understanding, build bridges, and bring communities closer together.
PICS Society is organizing a Car Rally and Walk on September 6th, 2024 to bring awareness to the rising incidents of gang violence and drug abuse throughout the lower mainland.
Launching ceremony of the Canadian Coast Guard’s Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV) on the morning of August 17th at Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards.
Vancouver-based artist and philanthropist supports Canada’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to youth arts education
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society proudly announces the successful opening of its new office in Prince George, BC, located at Unit 203 – 715 Victoria Street. This significant expansion reflects PICS Society’s unwavering commitment to supporting skilled immigrants, seniors, international students, and other community members throughout Northern BC.
Interculturalism theme aims to celebrate diversity and nurture cross-cultural understanding through the arts
The PICS Surrey Mega Job Fair, held at the North Surrey Sports and Ice Complex, marked another successful chapter in its history, attracting a diverse crowd of job seekers and exhibitors. The event, organized by the Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society, saw participation from over 60 exhibitors and continued its tradition of fostering connections between potential employees and employers.
Following the remarkable success of its inaugural festival in 2024, the Sundar Prize Film Festival is set to return with an even more spectacular lineup in 2025. Last year’s festival saw overwhelming support with 58 sponsors, 24 published news articles, over 450 attendees, screenings of nine award-winning films, four insightful panel discussions, two vibrant networking receptions, and an engaging open mic session where filmmakers pitched their projects.