Tony Singh – A Philanthropic Icon | Fruiticana – Embraces Cultural Food Heritage Celebrates 25th Anniversary
I always want to stand with the community. The community has supported Fruiticana, and I will never forget that support.
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Mehrnaz Bassiri – A Paradox That Only The Heart Understands
This phase of her life—being a young urban professional, a Research Scientist living on Canada’s West Coast in one of the world’s most beautiful cities—was the result of having overcome no small amount of hurdles.
RAJ ARNEJA – A WANDERLUST’S ADVENTURE IN SOWING CHARITY & LOVE
I encourage people to do whatever they can to give back. Even if you can do something for one person, you have made a great difference in that person’s life. And that—is plenty.
A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH: THE WISDOM OF PERMINDER TUNG, LL.B., J.D.
Perminder Tung is a Lawyer and the youngest Partner at Lindsay Kenney LLP and reflects back on his life and career and shares with DRISHTI readers some sage words of advice that will help them to reach their full potential.
Payal Singhal: With her eclectic sensibilities – creates edgy fusion wear
Payal Singhal is an eponymous label established in 1999 built on the cornerstones of modern contemporary Indian Wear. Maximum impact with minimum effort remains the mainstay at the Payal Singhal atelier, as does the concept of approaching tradition with a renewed perspective.
Tony Bhinder – An Entrepreneurial Spirit That Runs In His Family – By Gary Thandi
“We guide people with honest, transparent advice to get them an approval, rather than a decline,” Tony declares. “We teach them how to build their credit, and we assist getting them in setting up with any support they need to get their businesses up and running. We always have people coming back to us by treating them with respect and honesty.”
Bal Brach – Telling Stories That Matter
Telling stories that make a difference was the reason Bal pursued journalism. In fifteen years, she has reported national breaking news while living in Ottawa, chased tornadoes and floods across Alberta, and pursued powerful organizations on behalf of the public in British Columbia.
Sirish Rao: Reflections from a Curious Mind
“While many of his peers in high school were looking ahead towards graduation and preparing for college or university, Sirish had different plans—he wanted…
Sukesh Kumar, Partner, KPMG LLP – NEVER STOP BELIEVING
“I owe a great deal of gratitude to KPMG and all the partners who supported me,” he says, glancing out again with a smile…
KAL DOSANJH: PRACTICING WHAT HE PREACHES – By Gary Thandi
DRISHTI Magazine continues to showcase the best and brightest within on our community, and one of the most prominent and influential members of the…
Woman Of Substance The fashionista! Sonam Kapoor By K. Wadhwani
The actress, who made her debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya has come a long way ever since in her professional and personal life….
Manjit Minhas: Living and Breathing the Entrepreneurial Spirit
Over the years, Manjit Minhas has been given many titles: Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, Beer Baroness, Dragon, Venture Capitalist. But, no single title alone can…
JOANNE CURRY: CREATING COMMUNITY LOCALLY AND ABROAD
By Gary Thandi Simon Fraser University was founded over 50 years ago with a mission to bring an interdisciplinary approach to learning, embrace creative…
INAM QURESHI—VALUES PATIENCE, PERSEVERANCE & PERSISTENCE
“For me, charity and community service go hand in hand, because the more you give, the more you receive.” “I have always believed in…
Hema Bhatt: Finding Success While Giving Back
“Juggling various roles and wearing different hats—Hema continues to be very much concerned for the community—both locally and abroad around us. Just like its…