Welcome to CIES

CIES supports education, community development, health care and job creation in India.

Home of Canada India Education Society

Canada India Education Society (CIES) supports education, community development, health care and job creation in India.  We promote civil society partnerships between Canada and India with a particular focus on the relationships between groups in British Columbia and Punjab.

Founded in 1991 by Mr. Budh Singh Dhahan and family and friends in Vancouver, CIES has been successful in building transformative relationships through our long-term projects. We have maintained a dedicated network of supporters and volunteers who have assisted our fundraising efforts over the years.

Our achievements include contributing to health, education and village development programs in Punjab by working closely with local partners. CIES also initiated and facilitated a dynamic partnership between the University of British Columbia School of Nursing in Vancouver and Guru Nanak College of Nursing in Dhahan-Kaleran, Punjab.

We invite you to explore our site for information on our partnerships, projects and events. Check out our new blog and get involved by sending us your comments and ideas. We want to hear from you!