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Ladki – The Musical!
The Gujarati Society of BC is presenting musical drama Laadki, meaning beloved daughter. It is an exciting show directed, produced, and starring our very own talented community members of the GSBC. The production is a riveting and heartfelt journey of a father who watches his daughter grow from childhood to adulthood. There are some twists and turns, some comedy and of course some drama where the story unfolds through the art of Indian dance. Laadki – The Musical takes place on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at Hard Rock Casino Theatre (2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam). For more info and tickets call Kala Chauhan tel:604-291-9070.
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Celebration Of World Interfaith Harmony Week
February 6, 2016
The Global Clergy Association of Canada, in association with North Wood United Church, will celebrate World Interfaith Harmony on February 6, 2016
at 8885-156 St, North Wood United Church in Surrey. The spiritual leaders of twelve faiths will offer peace prayer and deliver a short speech on the theme- “Navigating Peace Through Faith” and it will include a piece of devotional song by the students of Naad Foundation. The program will be from 1.00 to 4.00PM and refreshment will be served at the end. IT IS FREE AND ALL ARE WELCOME. For further information, please call to Acharya Shrinath Dwivedi-604 507 3099 or Dr J. Das 604 599 6876
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Caste, Beef, And Hindu Nationalist Violence In India
South Asian Network for Secularism and Democracy (SANSAD) in partnership with Radical Desi and Chetna Association are holding a public forum on Caste, Beef, and Hindu nationalist violence in India
Saturday, February 13: 2 PM – 4 PM
Ambedkar Room (418)
Surrey Centre Library
10350 University Drive, Surrey
Screening: “Caste on the Menu Card”, a film by students of Tata Institute of Social Sciences was banned from screening by the Govt. of India at a festival on October 31, 2015. The film focuses on the consumption of beef in Mumbai to explore the relation between caste, occupation, diet, and discrimination.
Jai Birdi will speak on the current situation of Dalits in India. Background: There have been a number of attacks on Muslims in India in recent months, including the lynching by a Hindu mob of Mohammad Akhlaq in Dadri, UP last September on the rumor that he had consumed beef. Several states have banned cow slaughter and many have been targets of violence on suspicion of trading in or consuming beef.
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Mosaic Networking:
Are you new to the country looking to meet new friends or seeking
networking opportunities? You are invited! Refreshments will be served!
Mosaic Church meets on Saturday evening 6:30 pm in Surrey/Abbotsford.
Surrey: 12150-92 Avenue; Abbotsford: 2940 Clearbrook Road For more info
call Dave at 604 897-4224 or email [email protected]
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Fleetwood/Guildford WorkBC Employment Services Centre
“Fleetwood/Guildford WorkBC Employment Services Centre supports both employers and employees. We assist employers find suitable employees through programs such as Wage Subsidy and we assist individuals to find employment through many services, including training. Best of all, all our services are FREE. For more information, please call our office at 604-580-9740.”
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Free English for the Workplace Classes at PICS
PICS’ new Project Based Language Training Program (PBLT) is now offering free English classes for the Labour Market. It helps immigrants overcome language barriers that hinder new immigrants’ path to employment. The priority for this project is to attach clients to Labour Market and help them actively seek employment or prepare them to enroll in a training course or move to an enhanced Labour market program. Students will learn and develop soft skills, job search, resume writing, interview skills, networking and much more. To avoid disappointment, please register for classes by calling 604-596-7722 ext 138 ASAP. Free Childminding on site.
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Borrow An eReader From Surrey Libraries
Always wanted to try one before you buy? Here’s your chance.
Check out a Kobo Touch for a 3 week loan from any Surrey Library.
Each Kobo Touch is loaded with Classics:
• Anne of Green Gables
• Tristan & Iseult
• Anna Karenina
• Count of Monte Cristo
• Mysterious Affair at Styles
Check the library catalogue for availability or reserve one today! www.surreylibraries.ca
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Workshop On Dealing With Employment Standards
On Tuesday, January 26, the Surrey Board of Trade will host a workshop, focusing on Employment Standards. At this session, employment lawyers
Sarah Morse and Robert Finlay, of McQuarrie Hunter LLP will discuss strategies and tactics for dealing with the Employment Standards Branch and the interplay between the Employment Standards Act and wrongful dismissal actions at common law.
Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with questions or issues that their business would like to address.
Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Time: Registration: 7:45am; Program: 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Location: Guildford Golf & Country Club (7929 152 Street, Surrey)
Admission (+GST): General Admission: $35; **SBOT Members: $25
For more information, please contact Anita Huberman at 604-634.0342 or [email protected].
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Free from Negative Thoughts & Stress Free Life
By Dr. Kala Singh on January 24th 2016 from 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm. Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society Surrey invites South Asian Adults/ Senior members and non members also, Everybody is welcome to attend the Presentation on Free yourself from Negative Thoughts & Live Stress Free Life through Mindful Meditation by Dr. Kala Singh MBBS on January 24th 2016 ( Sunday ) from 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm at Shanti Niketan hall of Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple 8321 – 140th Street Surrey BC. Dr. Kala Singh will answer all your questions about Negative Thoughts and Stress. Tea and light snacks will be served after the Presentation is over. Please contact Surendra Handa Coordinator Tel. 604 – 507 – 9945 for further information.
