In a historic milestone, Canada proclaimed November to be the Hindu Heritage Month in Canada at a federal level. Starting November 1, 2022 every year this month will be celebrated as Hindu Heritage Month. Check the events related to Hindu Heritage Month 2024 in Metro Vancouver at the bottom of this page.
Hindu Community in Vancouver and elsewhere in Canada thanked MP Chandra for bringing the motion about Hindu Heritage Month and also thanked Government of Canada for the honor & the recognition. Metro Vancouver is home to a large and vibrant Hindu community which has made important contributions across a variety of sectors. Hindutva is the third most popular religion in Canada. Diwali, one of the most significant Hindu festivals, falls in either November or October each year.
Hindu Community in Vancouver and other parts of Canada continues to organize various events to celebrate this day. In Canada, Hindus have been an integral part of Canadian society since 1903. Over the past 120 years, Hindu communities have flourished and grown immensely as per the statement of Minsiter Khera on Hindu Heritage Month in 2023.
Happy Hindu Heritage Month Canada!
It is an opportunity for others to learn more about Hindu culture, respect each other more and make a vibrant multicultural & peaceful society in the process.
Events related to Hindu Heritage Month 2024 Celebrations in Metro Vancouver:
“Darshana: A Glimpse into the Hindu Civilization”
Discover the rich history and wisdom of one of the world’s oldest civilizations at Darshana: A Glimpse into the Hindu Civilization. Open at Museum of Surrey until December 22, 2024.
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