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Meet Savitri: a family’s hope for economic advancement

Savitri was born in 2002 and became the eldest of two siblings. She moved to Punjab from Uttar Pradesh when she was seven years old. Her father, Bhola

BC Minister Michael de Jong Visits Dhahan-Kaleran

On November 17th, 2011, Michael de Jong, BC Minister of Health, captivated the huge audience of students, faculty, nursing and medical staff, and

Greetings from CIES for a Prosperous 2021

Dear Friends 2020 has been an extraordinary year of uncertainty, challenge and change for everyone. Since March Covid-19 has taken some of our

CIES proud to support Punjabi Language, Literature and Sikh Studies at UBC

CIES has been a proud supporter of the Punjabi Language, Literature and Sikh Studies programs at UBC since 2012. The support has allowed students

Barj Dhahan joins the Governor General on his state visit to India

I am delighted to have been asked to participate in the official delegation for the Governor General of Canada’s state visit to India. I will be

2011 Fundraising Dinner Success

Our 2011 Fundraising Dinner was a success! Nearly 500 guests attended the event including Mayor Gregor Robertson and Minister of Heatlh Michael de

BC Premier Christy Clark Visits Dhahan-Kaleran

During her trade mission to India, BC Premier Christy Clark made a short stop at Dhahan-Kaleran on November 16th. Accompanying the Premier were Sarup

SFU Diwali Celebration Gala

Canada India Education Society is a sponsoring organization for Simon Fraser University’s Diwali Celebration Gala: “President Andrew Petter