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OBITUARY: Punjabi Market And Notary Pioneer Pritpal Narwal Passes Away

Punjabi market and Indo-Canadian notary pioneer Pritpal Narwal passed away last week. Pritpal spent much of his young life tilling fields, wrestling and playing kabaddi. Pritpal's talent in kabaddi earned him a scholarship to Punjab University, where he graduated...

It’s Time For A Fresh Approach To Seniors’ Care That’s Dignified, Homely And Loving

By Alex Sangha I worked as a clinical social worker for a health authority in older adults for several years and I am currently trying to support my father who is terminally ill.  The quality of life that seniors can...

How To Diet Like A Desi

Food is a big part of Desi culture, so having to forgo or limit the meals that connect you to your roots doesn’t seem appealing. However, the community also faces significant health issues, some of which may be exacerbated...

Saskatchewan Doles Out $$746,818 To The Production Of “Our Big Punjabi Family”

The Government of Saskatchewan doled out nearly $750,000 to help produce the new Indo-Canadian television series “Our Big Punjabi Family” featuring numerous BC actors like BK Singh Rakhra and others. Our Big Punjabi Family is described as a female...

Man On A Ledge Closes Alex Fraser Bridge Causing Traffic Chaos

A man on a ledge and apparently threatening to jump closed the Alex Fraser bridge Monday afternoon, causing traffic chaos. Southbound lanes on Alex Fraser Bridge connecting Richmond and Delta have been closed due to a police incident on...

Vancouver Punjabi Market Pioneer Balu Thakor Passes Away

Vancouver Punjabi market pioneer who was one of the top jewelers in this unique ethnic business district has passed away. Balu Thakor passed away on Jan. 6. He leaves behind his son and five grandchildren, who he liked to...

Two South Asian Students From Surrey Shortlisted For 2023 Loran Award Worth $100,000

Two South Asian students have been shortlisted for a prestigious and hefty scholarship. Grade 12 students Sonya Chatterjee of Semiahmoo Secondary and Muhaddisa Sarwari of Fraser Heights Secondary have been selected as two of this year's 2023 Loran Finalists. By...

After Canada, Punjabi Language Getting Recognition In Australia

By Balwant Sanghera Punjabi Language Education Association (PLEA) has been promoting Punjabi language in BC’s public schools, colleges, universities and community for almost 30 years. PLEA strongly believes that getting our children interested in their mother tongue Punjabi at an...

Basic Needs And Not Unlimited Greed Should Be The Mantra Of These Hard Economic Times

By Zile Singh Need is something required for a safe, stable, and healthy life. Food, clothes, and shelter are the basic needs of all human beings. Without these, human survival is painful. Therefore, basic needs should be the most fundamental...

BULLEH SHAH: Explore Your Inner-Self For A Better You To Create A Better World

By Promod Puri Sufi poet and philosopher Bulleh Shah (1680-1757) says: “Parh parh alim fazil hoya, kadey apnay aap nun parhya he nai.” Translation and meaning: A person becomes knowledgeable or a scholar by endless reading and studying vast volumes of...
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Surrey RCMP Warn Of Fraudsters Who Continue “Unscrupulous Acts”

The Surrey RCMP continue to investigate reports of fraud involving bail requests and online market sales and warn the public of fraudster’s ongoing “Unscrupulous...

Beyond The Game: The Social And Economic Effects Of Sports Betting In Canada

Sports betting in Canada has changed in recent years. It was once a niche hobby but now it is a mainstream activity that has...

OVERCASTE: Poetic Justice Foundation Hosts Exhibit, Talk Highlighting Discrimination

On March 16th, Poetic Justice Foundation unveiled "OVERCASTE: Confront. Disrupt. Evolve." - an unprecedented museum exhibit curated by Anita Lal and Dr. Sharanjit Kaur...

Another Pedestrian Struck In Surrey During Early Morning Traffic

Surrey RCMP is continuing investigation of another pedestrian struck during early Monday morning traffic, near Scott Road and Nordel Way. On January 29, 2024...