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Top Talents Awards Gala 2015 – Nomination Package

By Editor - August 24th, 2015

Top Talents Awards Gala 2015 - Nomination Package

The Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) will be holding its 5th annual Top Talents Awards Gala in December 2015. We are now accepting nominations for our 2015 awards. If you or someone you know has been a high achiever and is an outstanding leader in the community, make sure you submit your nomination package by November 6th, 2015 at 6pm.



RFT: Iron in Heels – How to Achieve That Booty! Part 2

By Editor - August 20th, 2015

RFT: Iron in Heels - How to Achieve That Booty! Part 2

Bottom line – When we are asked how to build a booty, we all think of SQUATS! Although squats are a great exercise that help target your entire body and engage each and every one of these muscles, we must not forget to focus on strengthening these muscles individually to not only improve our performance but, to ensure that we can gain strength and growth evenly. Now, go make those gains!



Arthika Srivarapathy, Artist

By Editor - August 11th, 2015

Arthika Srivarapathy, Artist

She is a graduate of York University, now heading into Osgood Law school. Since a young age, art has been a huge part of her life, starting piano at age 8. She then started creating portrait sketches at an early age of 9! She is constantly striving to use new mediums, attempt new styles, and create new expressions.



Abira Rajadurai, Gaana Workout Trainer

By Editor - August 3rd, 2015

Abira Rajadurai, Gaana Workout Trainer

Abi has now completed her MD, using her medical knowledge to develop healthy eating habits. She has chosen to share her story by writing her own blog ‘Love Healthy. Live Happy” and recently founded Gaana Groove Dance Workout. Gaana Grove is is a new and innovative cardio workout based on popular Gaana songs to help burn calories while having fun. It combines dance, music and cardio workout into one.



Design Tips With DC Interiors – Thinking Outside the Box

By Editor - August 3rd, 2015

Design Tips With DC Interiors – Thinking Outside the Box

Space is one of the most desired factor in a home, especially when there is more than one person living in it and all are expected to share whatever little of it that exists. Some of us can never have enough no matter how big our storage availability is and some of us can barely fit all our belongings in a tiny dwelling. At other times, it is difficult to keep allocated regions free of clutter when there are kids also fighting for a play place of their own. Whatever the case may be, there are many ways to maximize existing space and create a cohesive zone without compromising style.



Irudaya Dance Company

By Editor - July 20th, 2015

Irudaya Dance Company

This week on #TalentTuesday we feature Nattiyakalamanis Keerthana Arulanandarajah and Nivatha Moothathamby. These two young women are talented and skillful dancers who have begun their own dance company titled Irudaya.



Greetings For Thaalam 2015 – MP Parm Gill

By Editor - July 4th, 2015

Greetings For Thaalam 2015 - MP Parm Gill

As Canadians, we are fortunate to live in one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. With CTYA’s efforts, they are promoting the goodwill that exists among Canadians, and are helping to make a difference in our community. With the Ultimate Gaana Competition, the CTYA is building a stronger, more united Canada.



Greetings for Thaalam 2015 – Councillor Mike Layton

By Editor - July 4th, 2015

Greetings for Thaalam 2015 - Councillor Mike Layton

Congratulations to CYTA and to all those who have worked tirelessly to deliver what is sure to be a very exciting event. Please accept my best wishes for an enjoyable event and continued success.



Greetings for Thaalam 2015 – MP Arnold Chan

By Editor - July 3rd, 2015

Greetings for Thaalam 2015 - MP Arnold Chan

I extend my appreciation to the entire organizing committee of the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance, their dedicated volunteers, and all the participants who made this event possible. Congratulations to all the award winners who are being recognized this evening. Please accept my best wishes for a successful event.



Greetings for Thaalam 2015 – Paul Ainslie

By Editor - July 2nd, 2015

Greetings for Thaalam 2015 - Paul Ainslie

Thaalam 2015 dance competition fits well with Toronto’s vibrant community and through this art form, individuals are able to express themselves and their views, while exploring their creativity and skills through movement and music. I look forward to the Thaalam 2015: The Ultimate Gaana Competition successfully bringing the community together while promising great entertainment in our great City of Toronto.