February, 2024

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For hope, tears of joy and reunion

Sukh Dhaliwal, MP from Surrey-Newton, played an important role in reuniting many South Asian families who were torn apart due to Pandemic flight restrictions. In an interview with Desi Today, he shares his experiences. DT) It has been more than 6 months since our World was toppled down by the Coronavirus pandemic. Can you tell us some of the major …

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A pandemic of mental health

By Surbhi Gogia Gurpreet Singh Sabharwal discusses the plight of international students from Indian during Covid 19 crises Most international students transition into university at a time of life when they are also transitioning to adulthood, a period associated with greater than average levels of anxiety. Even in normal times, the international students face extra pressure to manage disparate academic, social …

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Harsh Thakkar: For the love of language

By Surbhi Gogia Meet social enterprise and interpretation/translation business leader Harsh Thakkar who was named one of this year’s RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrants Many of us often blame our weaknesses on destiny and learn to live with them. Whereas weaknesses are essential part of our lives and are means to grow individually. In his book The Art of Learning: A …

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Tavisha’s Helping hands

By Desi Today News Desk Meet 14 year old girl from Surrey, who raises funds for various causes to support the community at the time of crisis The beginning of Covid 19 crisis pushed everyone into an unexpected lockdown. While frontline workers were super busy serving the community, those in isolation were standstill wondering how to make best of the …

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“Time to support local talent, and put Surrey on the world stage”

In an interview with Desi Today Tarun Nayar, Executive Director of 5X Fest, talks about 5X’s role in promoting local South Asian artists. Tarun Nayar, is a DJ/producer and tabla player based in Vancouver and has toured the world with his band Delhi 2 Dublin. Along with a passion to produce music, Tarun has a greater passion to promote fresh …

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2020 5X Fest: A step up in the world of virtual entertainment

As we entered the second wave of the Pandemic, it was clear that Diwali celebrations, as we knew before, won’t be possible this year. A unique Diwali party was on with 5X Fest! It was not just another livestream virtual party or music festival to combat social isolation. The organizers of Lower Mainland’s 5X South Asian Youth Festival worked on …

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Sukhmeet Sachal: Connecting faith to science

Sukhmeet Singh Sachal, a second-year medical student at the University of British Columbia, has recently committed to implementing public health interventions at Gurdwaras to stop the spread of COVID 19 The Coronavirus pandemic locked many of us inside our houses. But it could not stop our elderly population to take a leap of faith and visit Gurdwaras and other places of …

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Celebrate a healthy Diwali with organic Rose Milk Ladoo (Recipe)

Recipe by Sweet Souls Vegan, refined sugar-free, gluten-free One bite of this coconut ladoo will have you dreaming of being pampered in an Indian palace. A truly royal treat with the luxurious flavours of rose, pistachios, and freshly crushed cardamom. Enjoy this plant-based delight for the senses.Makes 12-15 LadoosPrep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 minsIngredientsFor The Ladoos:1½  cup unsweetened medium shredded …

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Surrey Mayor asks residents to celebrate Diwali safely this year

On behalf of City Council, I want to wish everyone a very happy and safe Diwali this year. Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a much-loved cultural tradition in Surrey that promotes the message of unity, warmth and joy. Like all big celebrations, Diwali is traditionally a time for family and friends to come together to enjoy …

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Empowering racialized girls to embrace STEM with new joint program by DIVERSEcity and SFU Science Alive

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New hands-on Power Girls program empowers racialized girls to embrace STEM The joint program from DIVERSEcity and SFU will build connection and space for migrant girls aged 9–12 in the STEM sector Surrey, BC, October 19, 2020 – In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, jobs within science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) make up a large sector of the job market. …

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