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“…that was indeed a genocide perpetrated on Tamil Nation,” says Jim Karygiannis, MP in a conference in Geneva (Updated)By Editor - March 2nd, 2013 |
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“…that was indeed a genocide perpetrated on Tamil Nation,” says Jim Karygiannis, MP in a conference in Geneva. He further said “we (the international community) let it happen. Please find his press release here from his office. |
A Merciless ActBy Editor - March 2nd, 2013 |
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Written By: Human Rights and Advocacy Council of Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) Unfortunately, Balachandran is not the start nor end of these merciless killings. The Sri Lankan Government has a long history of separating and targeting Tamil children and women. |
Thulirkal: Top Talents Special Category 2012 Winner, Jesi Jeyanthiran!!By Editor - March 1st, 2013 |
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Jesi is an artistic minded individual with strong interests in music and dance. He followed his interests in music by teaching himself to play the violin, cello, piano, and guitar all driven by the passion he has for music. His strong interest in music led him to be able to learn various styles of dance such as hip hop, contemporary, and ghaana. |
Coffee with ACTS!By Editor - February 25th, 2013 |
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Academic society of Tamil Students (ACTS) kindly invites you and your friends to our Coffee House. |
A Successful HEARTBEAT Campaign Launch & Poetry Slam!By Editor - February 24th, 2013 |
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The poetry slam fundraiser for the Heartbeat Campaign was held at the Q Space Cafe last Friday night, February 22 2013 from 7 to 9 pm and hosted by the Education and Career Development Council of the CTYA. The event was successful due to a great turn out where many witnessed the rise of talented young Tamil poets and spoken word artists. Pieces were recited in both Tamil and English. These flavors embodied a slice for people of all walks of life. |
Thulirkal: Majestic Singer, Keerthana Pathmanathan!By Editor - February 22nd, 2013 |
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Keerthana Pathmanathan began her musical journey at the tender age of 4 and completed her vocal arangetram in 2011. She has had the honor of performing and receiving blessings from world-renowned musicians such as Violin Maestro Sri Lalgudi Jeyaraman, Flute Maestro Dr.V. Ramani, and Miruthangam Maestro Umayalpuram Sivaratnam. Looking up to the National Leader of Tamileelam as her guide, she strongly believes that the arts should be used to enrich, protect and preserve Tamil identity, culture and heritage. |
WaTSA Presents: “That’s What She Said!”By Editor - February 19th, 2013 |
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The Waterloo Tamil Students Association will be hosting a Women Empowerment Workshop on Thursday, February 28th – from 6pm -8pm. WaTSA Executive, students and professors will discuss key points in Womens’ Rights today. |
ECD Council Hosts Poetry Slam: Things Close To The Heart!By Editor - February 15th, 2013 |
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The Education & Career Development Council will officially be launching ‘The Heartbeat Campaign’ along with the poetry slam happening on Friday February 22 at the ‘Q Space Cafe’ on 382 College St @ 6:30 PM. Come out and enjoy a night of poetry, friends, drinks, and food all in one place while supporting a life saving cause! If you would like to perform, please send your name and the title of your piece to thivya@ctya.org. |
Thulirkal: Inspiring youth everyday, Senthamil Stefi!By Editor - February 15th, 2013 |
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Senthamil Stefi is a young chemist with a deep passion for not only chemistry but also mentoring/inspiring youth. She is known for her YouTube channel that goes by the tag line “Senthamil Things”. She uses this medium to reach out and connect to a large audience of Tamil youth all around the world. |
CTYA’s Current Board of Directors!By Editor - February 12th, 2013 |
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Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA ) held elections for additional Board of Directors on February 10, 2013. The following lists the new team of CTYA Board of Directors! |
