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Thaalam 2011 – A message from Yasir Naqvi, MPP (Ottawa-Centre)

By Editor - June 11th, 2011

Thaalam 2011 - A message from Yasir Naqvi, MPP (Ottawa-Centre)

“I am pleased to see youth come together to engage in healthy and creative activities, forge new friendships, and celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of our Canadian mosaic.”



June 19, John Bassett Theatre, where else would you want to be?

By Editor - June 9th, 2011

June 19, John Bassett Theatre, where else would you want to be?

This is an event not to be missed. The dancers are on fire; the teams have been practicing day and night, creative costumes have been crafted, and the final touches are being added to bring the dance themes and visions to life. With each team having their own cheer squad within the audience, the competition is heating up! The teams are all in anticipation and have high hopes of winning the Cup, which of course entitles them to unofficial bragging rights. Who will take the cup home?



Civic Engagement: Toronto Service Review

By Editor - June 8th, 2011

Civic Engagement: Toronto Service Review

Civic engagement is important in help shaping the city you live in, and through this service review, Torontonians can share their input. That’s where you come in, complete a survey online letting Toronto City Council know what services they offer are important to you, and assess the current level of service you are receiving.



The Tamil National Student Uprising Day, ‘Manavar Elichi Naal’

By Editor - June 8th, 2011

The Tamil National Student Uprising Day, ‘Manavar Elichi Naal’

Written by: Mathusan Mahalingam

The Tamil National Student Uprising Day, ‘Manavar Elichi Naal’ marks the death of Pon.Sivakumaran, the first student martyr who pioneered the path of the struggle of the youth into that of an armed struggle.



Dance, music, entertainment, fun and friends, Thaalam 2011

By Editor - June 5th, 2011

Dance, music, entertainment, fun and friends, Thaalam 2011

With non-stop dance, music, entertainment, fun and friends – make sure you don’t miss out on the much anticipated competition everyone wants to see, Thaalam 2011. Tickets are now on sale, and with just two weeks left, make sure you get yourself a ticket before they sell out! (Ticket details below).



Voice through Unity: Participating in the Census & National Household Survey

By Editor - June 2nd, 2011

Voice through Unity: Participating in the Census & National Household Survey

Written by: Gayathri R.

We need to unite and show government planning committees and researches that we exist as a large, strong and vibrant community in Canada, and the only way of ensuring our numbers count, is if we partake in the voluntary National Household Survey. Imagine if every youth encouraged their household, their aunts and uncles to fill out a survey, our voices would be heard by government planning departments all around Canada. Do your part, and make us count. Because, we should count.



Contest Winner: ‘Tamil Heritage through Photography’

By Admin - May 31st, 2011

Contest Winner: 'Tamil Heritage through Photography'

Therefore Aphiraa Nirmalarajan and Gayathiri Senthilrajan are selected as the winners of the ‘Tamil Heritage through Photography’ contest.
The winners will receive two complimentary tickets each to the much-anticipated Thaalam 2011 – Inter University/College Dance Competition.



Emcee Callout for Thaalam 2011 – Inter-university/College Dance Competition

By Editor - May 30th, 2011

Emcee Callout for Thaalam 2011 - Inter-university/College Dance Competition

The Arts and Culture Council of Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance is looking for male and female youth emcees to host the greatly anticipated Thaalam 2011.



Thaalam Tickets – Get yours soon!

By Editor - May 29th, 2011

Thaalam Tickets - Get yours soon!

Thaalam 2011 is going to rock the heart of Toronto’s entertainment district. Don’t YOU want to be there to see it? Well, get your tickets soon before they sell out.



Calling All Top Talents!

By Editor - May 28th, 2011

Calling All Top Talents!

The Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) will be holding its second annual Top Talents Awards Gala in August 2011. If you or someone you know has been a high achiever and is an outstanding leader in the community, submit your nomination package as soon as possible. The nomination forms are available inside.