A Tamil youth elected to Canadian Parliament

Rathika Sitsabaiesan, a 29-year old Tamil youth was elected to Canadian Federal Parliament as a Member of Parliament this past Monday. Her achievement marks the first female and Tamil member who has been elected to Canadian Federal Government.

“THINK GLOBAL, ACT LOCAL!”

“THINK GLOBAL, ACT LOCAL!”A message from CTYA. Being able to vote is a privilege that not all people have. As a Canadian citizen, every individual has specific rights and privileges. One of the rights we have are, democratic rights, which includes the right to vote. With all these rights and privileges, we also have an important responsibility. Every citizen has the responsibility to participate in the democratic process.

Job Posting: Fundraising Coordinator

Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA), a vibrant not-for-profit youth alliance is accepting applications for the position of Fundraising Coordinator. Details Inside.

Join the Fight

Cancer is an illness that has impacted every individual either directly or indirectly in some way. We have known people who have fought against cancer, and also those who were unable to beat this deadly disease. The Canadian Cancer Society has been holding a campaign throughout April to encourage Canadians to wear a daffodil pin to show their support for those who are fighting against cancer, those who have survived and to remember those have lost their lives. April 27th is Daffodil Day.

Toronto Entrepreneurs Conference – Saturday May 7th, 2011

Toronto Entrepreneures Conference will be held for those interested in launching or expanding their business. There will be various keynote speakers and it will be highly beneficial to those that have their own business, looking to start or buy a franchise or business!

Thaalam Early Bird Tickets!

Thaalam Early Bird Tickets are on sale starting April 9, 2011 until April 30, 2011. Contact participating TSA’s or dance teams for more details!!!

Thaalam Funds to Initiate Youth Recreation Centre

Over the years, the Tamil community has been contributing economically, socially and culturally to the greater Canadian society. As an aspiring community, the Tamil youth need a place to come together and practice their traditions and values and preserve their identity. Therefore the members of CTYA feel that a recreation centre for the youth is necessary, and are proud to initiate the first step towards a community center through “Thaalam”.