Vancouver Youth Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 95 Years of Musical Excellence
Anniversary concert features 280 young musicians and special guest alumna Joanna G’froerer of the National Arts Centre Orchestra
Community Happenings
Outstanding South Asian Individuals Honoured with the Coronation Medal
Tony Singh, Balraj Mann, Perminder Tung and Raj Hundal have been recognized for their remarkable contributions with the Coronation Medal, a Canadian honour commemorating the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. This distinguished accolade is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to Canada and their home province of British Columbia. Special ceremony took place at the Government House in Victoria, BC.
Kamal Sharma honoured with Kamal Sharma Day proclaimed on March 12 by City of Vancouver
Kamal Sharma honoured with the proclamation on March 12th as ‘Kamal Sharma Day’ by the Hon. Mayor Ken Sim and the City of Vancouver, which also happens to be the first ever for any South Asian, and to celebrate the historic occasion.
Premier David Eby and Minister Brenda Bailey Host Town Hall in Surrey to Address Impact of Unjustified U.S. Tariffs
Photo captions: Premier David Eby, Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance, held a town hall with the Surrey MLAs, Honourable Garry Begg, Honourable Jagrup Brar, PS Jessie Sunner and PS Amna Shah on March 14 at Simon Fraser University Surrey Campus with many local business owners and community leaders to discuss the biggest threat to the provincial economy – unjustified U.S. tariffs
Celebration of Care Gala raises $1.53 Million for surgical innovation at Surrey Memorial Hospital
Photo credits (L-R): SHF Board Chair, Harp Dhillon; Board Directors, Paul Deol, Nancy McNeill, Jacy Wingson, Larry Thomas; Dr. Alex Butskiy; Board Director, Dr. Randy Gill; Dr. Ahmad Ashrafi; Gala Committee Chair, Jennifer Hochstein; Board Director, David McFarlane; SHF President and CEO, Nicole Robson; Board Director, Ralph Berezan.
Celebration of Care Gala 2025
Highlights of Red Carpet interviews hosted by Drishti Magazine
An Unforgettable Evening Awaits – A Taste of India!
Proficient Strategic Solutions Inc. is honored to be the marketing partner for the Rotary Club of Surrey’s 3rd Annual Cultural Dinner – A Taste of India!
South Asian Adults & Seniors – Dental Health & Wellness Day held at Fleetwood Library Meeting Room Surrey BC on Feb. 15th 2025
Organized by Surendra Handa Coordinator APNI South Asian Community Response Networks Surrey BC
VIVA Alliance Opens Medias Res Gallery, A New Venue For Canadian And International Artists
Inaugural exhibition by Hangama Amiri will mark her first solo show in British Columbia
BC Home + Garden Show Announces Top Must-See Features and Celebrity Talent for 2025
Get advice on renovating, cooking, decorating, gardening, and more from March 13-16, at BC Place Stadium
VASANTOTSAV – 2025 – NAAD SPRING FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & DANCE
Naad Arts Centre (Society), presents a 3-Day Multidisciplinary Spring Festival of Music & Dance in the City of Surrey.
Equity Deserving Charities Given $189,294 Boost
First West Foundation is thrilled to announce that 15 charities recently received SOAR grants, sharing in a total of $189,294. Created in 2022, SOAR is a First West Foundation funding stream dedicated to supporting equity-deserving organizations serving racialized communities, and those led by and serving Black, Brown, Indigenous, and persons of colour.
Cowell Family Donates $15 Million to Honour the Community That Supported Them
Today, Richmond Hospital Foundation announces a transformational donation of $15 million from the Cowell Family to show their gratitude for the many people who supported the family-owned and operated Cowell Auto Group since opening as Cowell Motors in 1967.
The Spirit of the JUNOS Travels to 6 Cities Across British Columbia with Free Concert Series
Let’s Hear It BC announces exciting lineup of live music events across British Columbia Celebrating local talent leading up to the 2025 JUNO Awards
Family Services of Greater Vancouver: Free Family Day Pop-Up Event
Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) and the Vancouver Public Library (VPL) have once again partnered up to host a Family Day Pop-Up on Wednesday, February 12 from 10am-2pm at VPL’s Central Library in downtown Vancouver.