SACH welcomes Dr. Daljit Gill-Badesha as new Executive Director
SACH South Asian Community Hub is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Daljit Gill-Badesha as its new Executive Director.
Community Happenings
Poetic Justice Foundation unveiled OVERCASTE
On March 16th, Poetic Justice Foundation unveiled “OVERCASTE: Confront. Disrupt. Evolve.” – an unprecedented museum exhibit curated by Anita Lal and Dr. Sharanjit Kaur…
Surrey Civic Theatres Presents Himmat
“A monument to the power of our relationships”—Stir Magazine
Tickets now on sale for Botanica Tulip Festival in Chilliwack
The newly envisioned event, Botanica Tulip Festival, will attract visitors from all over to the Fraser Valley this season
More Than 70 Per Cent Of B.C. Inmates With Substance Use Disorders Are Reincarcerated: SFU Study
Former prisoners with substance use and co-occurring disorders are at an alarmingly high risk of reincarceration, according to a new Simon Fraser University-led study….
BC-India Business Network, celebrated Women’s Day
BC-India Business Network, celebrated Women’s Day on March 1, 2024. The keynote speaker was Hon. Niki Sharma, Attorney General of BC. The program had an impressive lineup of more than a dozen speakers from diverse backgrounds and sectors. The theme was #investinwomen.
Early Bird Registration Open For This Year’s “RunSurreyRun”
Growing every year, the annual 5k/10k walk/run through Surrey City Centre is set to go on September 8th
Canadian government to invest $28 million to boost women in skilled trades
One of the 15 projects announced is meant for PICS Society
Every year Muslims in our communities, our workplaces and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, this year beginning on March 10
To experience the full spiritual benefits of fasting, an individual must take the time to prepare their body for fasting. It can be hard to know which foods to eat during Ramadan to keep your energy up and body fueled, especially as food and drink can only be eaten from sunset to sunrise.
World Duty Free Vancouver Presents Over $20,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation for the Yurkovich Family Pavilion
Tracy Wong, Regional VP of Operations at Dufry North America (5th from the left); Elaine Xu, VP, Travel Trade & Promotion at Dufry North America (3rd from right); and fundraising committee members; Spencer Gall, Campaign Director, Richmond Hospital Foundation (1st from right).
Easter Bunny express rolls into Stanley Park
Hop on board for an eggciting Easter tradition in Stanley Park! The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is pleased to share details for the much-anticipated Easter Train.
The Art of Kathak with artist Palak Dhiman (Solo Performance)
Kathak dancing is a blend of technical skills, mime, body positioning and contemporary concepts. Discover the storytelling nature and rhythmic art concepts of this Indian classical dance. Learn about its history, world dance associations and influence in popular culture through a one-of-a-kind presentation.
Openroad Group Raises Awareness For Pink Shirt Day
OpenRoad Foundation participated in Pink Shirt Day by supporting the CKNW Kids Fund with more than a $9,600 donation through its official Pink Shirt Day t-shirts. More than 800 OpenRoad Group associates from British Columbia and Ontario participated in Pink Shirt Day.
World Duty Free Vancouver Presents Over $20,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation for the Yurkovich Family Pavilion
Tracy Wong, Regional VP of Operations at Dufry North America (5th from the left); Elaine Xu, VP, Travel Trade & Promotion at Dufry North America (3rd from right); and fundraising committee members; Spencer Gall, Campaign Director, Richmond Hospital Foundation (1st from right).
Surrey Hospitals Foundation Celebration of Care Gala Raises Over $1.7M for Cardiac Care at Surrey Memorial Hospital
“This past year has been a pivotal year for healthcare in Surrey” says Harp Dhillon, Chair of the Surrey Hospitals Foundation Board of Directors. “Working with government, health care professionals, community members, and leaders who raised and addressed concerns; we turned a pivotal corner to help Surrey Memorial Hospital stand tall—a testament to the power of community.