Video: Anandasangaree on ‘Political Blind Date’ show
Gary Anandasangaree, Liberal MP, Scarborough-Rouge Park, Toronto, (a Sri Lankan-born ethnic Tamil refugee), will be on the documentary series Political Blind Date this Thursday March 14 at 9 pm on TVO and tvo.org. Political Blind Date, is a six-part...
Iconic artist Karuna passes away
Innovative Toronto-based digital artist Vincent Yugin (Karuna) who passed away suddenly in Canada was inspired by renown art instructor A. Mark who pioneered teaching of modern art in Northern Sri Lanka, particularly Jaffna. Karuna said Mark introduced his students...
Tenor Asitha Tennekoon will perform in April
A concert featuring Sri Lankan born Tenor, Asitha Tennekoon, on Saturday, April 27th, 3 pm at held at Grace Toronto Church, 383 Jarvis Street. Mr. Tennekoon will be performing a set of stunning classical and operatic pieces, and...
PM Trudeau celebrates Thai Pongal at Markham School
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau celebrated Thai Pongal and Tamil Heritage Month at Bill Hogarth Secondary School in Markham. Trudeau was joined by new President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Digital Government Jane Philpott who is the MP for Markham-Stouffville, and Gary...
Award-winning Rima Das returns to TIFF with Bulbul Can Sing
By Malkanthie Abeyewardene National Award- Winning Indian filmmaker, Rima Das, released a film, Bulbul Can Sing, that had its world premiere in a fully packed audience at the 43rd Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2018. Bulbul...
Mrs. Sriya Perera passes away
The Perera family would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all the love shared with us during the passing of our beloved mother, Mrs. Sriya Perera (nee Mendis) at 89 years old. Our Mother’s Celebration of Life was...
Diplomat ULM Jauhar accorded farewell in Toronto
Sri Lanka’s Consul General ULM Jauhar was accorded a special farewell reception recently by well-wishers of the business community following a successful tenure in Toronto. Aijith Sabaratnam, former President of Canadian Tamils’ Chamber of Commerce (CTCC) hosted...
WIM Awards Canada 2019 in March
Sri Lanka’s famous “Top 50 Professional & Career Women Awards” program has been aptly named as WIM AWARDS CANADA 2019. It recognizes and awards the prestigious Top50 Award for the outstanding women of Sri Lankan origin who have...
St. Joseph’s College OBA Canada Christmas Gala
St. Joseph’s College OBA Canada hosted its inaugural Christmas Gala, with special carols, followed by a dinner dance.
Sri Lanka judiciary upheld the law: Canada’s Foreign Minister
Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister commended Sri Lanka’s judiciary for ending ‘unconstitutional actions’ during a seven-week political crisis triggered by President Sirisena. Sri Lanka’s judiciary has upheld the rule of law, bringing an end to the unconstitutional actions...
Andrew Scheer visits Toronto to share ‘positive conservative’ vision
Andrew Scheer Leader of Opposition visited Toronto on Monday, where he hosted a a holiday reception for ethnic media and touted his platform ahead of the federal election next year. “Always a pleasure to talk with GTA’s local media...
Police seek community assistance in deadly hit-and-run
Police have located a red coloured 2017 Dodge Challenger, which they believe could be linked to a fatal-hit-and-run. On Nov. 30th, shortly after 7:30pm a red 2017 Dodge Challenger struck and killed Gianfranco Zucatti, a 54 year old father,...
$30,000 to Trillium Health Partners Foundation by SOPCA
Recently SCREEN of Peel Community Association (SOPCA) unveiled a plaque outside a patient room at Trillium Hospital in Mississauga as they mark their $30,000 contribution to the Trillium Health Partners Foundation. SOPCA hosted annual walk-a-thons over the course of...
Community facilitates Sri Lanka’s Junior Badminton team in Toronto
Members of the Sri Lankan community in Toronto rallied on short notice to bring smiles to the faces of Sri Lanka Junior Badminton players who were participating in the Li NING BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships. The team...
Sri Lanka’s D Major performs to sold-out crowd in Toronto
D Major performed in Canada for the very first time at the Glitz and Glamour ~ Autumn Gala to a sold-out crowd on Nov 17th 2018 at the Scarborough Convention Centre. (Pictures by Shanil Clicks)
Tamil Co-op housing celebrates 30th anniversary in Toronto
By Sanjay Kailanathan The Tamil Cc- operative Homes Inc. (TCH) celebrated its 30th anniversary with a Gala dinner earlier this month. This proud milestone event hosted dignitaries from all levels of the government, honoured guests including 300 attendees. Located...
Canada’s envoy takes a dig at Namal’s comment
Canada’s High Commissioner David McKinnon called out Sri Lanka MP Namal Rajapakse for his comments on twitter today. “Interesting to see UNP, JVP and TNA politicians meeting with the members of the international community. Perhaps if more effort was...
Facebook ‘reassures’ safety in SL political crisis
Facebook moved to reassure Sri Lanka’s United National Party (UNP) following fears that user data collected from the social media site could be used against party members amidst a political crisis in the island nation. The social media giant...
Gov. Gen. Payette says Sri Lanka’s diversity is amazing
VIDEO: New Sri Lankan High Commissioner presents credentials to Gov. Gen. Julie Payette. Governor-General Julie Payette paid emphasis to Sri Lanka’s vibrant array of cultures and reconciliation process during a ceremony to welcome Sri Lanka’s new High Commissioner Asoka Girihagama...
New Sri Lanka diplomat in Canada eyes trade and reconciliation
VIDEO: New Sri Lankan High Commissioner presents credentials to Gov. Gen. Julie Payette. Increasing trade and investment between Canada and Sri Lanka, reconciliation among ethnic communities, are top priorities for Asoka Girihagama, Sri Lanka’s new High Commissioner to Canada...
First US museum to host major Sri Lankan exhibit
From George Rutnam and Patrick Rutnam in Los Angeles The Jeweled Isle: Art from Sri Lanka is the first comprehensive exhibition on Sri Lanka to be organized by an American museum. It includes an extraordinary range of artworks that...
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Video: Anandasangaree on ‘Political Blind Date’ show
Gary Anandasangaree, Liberal MP, Scarborough-Rouge Park, Toronto, (a Sri Lankan-born ethnic Tamil refugee), will...
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PM Trudeau celebrates Thai Pongal at Markham School
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau celebrated Thai Pongal and Tamil Heritage Month at Bill Hogarth Secondary...
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Tenor Asitha Tennekoon will perform in April
A concert featuring Sri Lankan born Tenor, Asitha Tennekoon, on Saturday, April 27th,...
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‘Doctor’ band soon in North America
Sri Lanka’s most acclaimed band DOCTOR kicks off its inaugural North America tour in...
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Iconic artist Karuna passes away
Innovative Toronto-based digital artist Vincent Yugin (Karuna) who passed away suddenly in Canada was...
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Diplomat ULM Jauhar accorded farewell in Toronto
Sri Lanka’s Consul General ULM Jauhar was accorded a special farewell reception...
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Markham Pongal Festival this month
Centre for Tamil Heritage and Culture partnering with the City of Markham and...
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Mrs. Sriya Perera passes away
The Perera family would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all the love...
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WIM Awards Canada 2019 in March
Sri Lanka’s famous “Top 50 Professional & Career Women Awards” program has been...
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Special reception for Colombo Ritz Carlton Residences and The One
A special cocktail reception and presentation was held to introduce luxury property...
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