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Awards platform for the Calgary area to recognize role models w/in & for the South Asian community. more information at

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Thank you @CTVCalgary for some coverage of our Awards Gala and mandate on yesterday’s late news & today’s 6pm news!

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Please share! Tickets are only $10 for each event & available on Eventbrite!

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Our second event is happening this Thursday, July 24!

These are great events to attend if you are curious about different career paths! See our next post for other dates!

https://t.co/o4w2ZdRimt

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Please share this with high school & post-secondary youth in your network!

We have three more events lined up in August too!

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Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day.

Did you know Canada was the first country in the world to adopt multiculturalism as an official policy in 1971, and further committed to this value by enshrining it in law through the Canadian Multiculturalism Act in 1988?

Our country’s collective identity is rooted in the recognition that our many languages, traditions and beliefs enrich our social fabric. Let's honour the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. Take this opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches us collectively and reaffirm your commitment to equity, inclusion and mutual respect.

#canadianmulticulturalismday

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Closing out strong 💪

BC's own Chanreet Bassi is the first South Asian player to be drafted to the PWHL!

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He did it!! 2023 Rising Star award recipient Ishaan Holloway is graduating from high school!

Published poet & advocate for accessible, inclusive, & integrated services for the Autism community, living with severe Autism, Ishaan breaks barriers.

Congratulations #Grad2025!

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Thanks to @CBCNews & @CBCAlerts for this wonderful story on our son’s (and @MohanaHolloway’s brother’s) accomplishment. Despite all the chips being stacked against him, he never gave up. We can maybe all learn from that.

We’re SO proud of you, Ishaan!

https://t.co/qwO1LwRQfQ

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Wonderful!

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Last night, we came together with over 160 attendees to celebrate International Women’s Day—and what an inspiring evening it was! 🎉

Our keynote speaker, Sharmila Ranabhat captivated us with insights from her new storybook - Untold Stories of Racialized Immigrant Women, shedding light on the challenges and resilience of racialized immigrant women. Her words were a powerful reminder of the strength in every woman’s journey, and the urge of addressing systemic barriers impacting racialized immigrant women.

What's more, the energy in the room soared with the showcase of women's organizations and vibrant dance performances, bringing movement and culture to our celebration. 💃✨

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in making this event unforgettable. Let’s continue to uplift, empower, and spotlight change—today and every day! 💜 #IWD #EmpoweringWomen #SpotlightOnChange #StrongerTogether

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Q&A with @RajBhardwajMD by our witty co-hosts @KennyVLimaC & grade 12 student Jia Kaur!

Thank you for sharing your insights @RajBhardwajMD!

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The SAIA Board is so grateful for all who make the Gala a very special evening, details and more photographs to come, keep watching this space!

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Thank you Calgary— for a successful third annual Awards Gala!

Thank you to our special guests, 2024 Canadian Icon Sangita Patel
& Canadian Inspiration @RajBhardwajMD , attendees, sponsors, partners and award recipients!

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Join us & @KennyVLimaC @RajBhardwajMD and #sangitapatel along with award recipients to be announced at the Gala!

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We’ll be on @REDFMCALGARY
at ~10:30am to today to chat about the upcoming Awards Gala on September 21st & the just announced student ticket pricing!

Join us for this chat, or better yet, join us at the Gala!

You can buy tickets at this link: https://t.co/yTQsroURM7

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SAIA is hosting an informative evening for women on August 28th—please consider attending & share within your networks!

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Notable South Asians—congratulating & celebrating @Arshdeepbains__ as he makes his debut with the @Canucks! This 23 year old Surrey native has been dedicated to hockey from a young age, working his way through the @TheWHL & now to the @NHL!

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All smiles for Arshdeep! 😄

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@RishiKNagar @REDFMCALGARY @redfmvancouver Congratulations Rishiji!

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Notable South Asians—congratulating Calgary’s own @Amtul
Exec Dir, Philanthropy at @BethanyCare Foundation
for being awarded the Inclusive Leadership Award by Immigrant Champions of Canada.

Amtul is a dedicated advocate for diversity & inclusion.

https://t.co/Z6dU4bRlpQ

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Notable South Asians—read about Newfoundland’s Memorial University 2023 President's Award recipient Dr. Sukhinder Cheema, a global authority
on maternal nutrition & its critical role in the predisposition to adult diseases. An exceptional role model!

https://t.co/7MDZxGrIlC…

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Notable South Asians —meet Manvir Bhangu, Founder & Director of Laadliyan, a non-profit which for the past decade has been empowering South Asian daughters through education, engagement, and awareness.

https://t.co/iEgMzGwF4V

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Notable South Asians:
By PM appointment,
Dr. Harpreet S. Kochhar is now Deputy Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.

He has also been President of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency & President of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

📸: Indo-Canadian Times