Posts Tagged ‘CTYA’
WhenBy Editor - May 31st, 2015 |
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When the bombs fall |
Regenesis – Book DriveBy Editor - May 29th, 2015 |
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Regenesis: new birth, renewal. A book drive will be held at Scarborough Civic Centre on June 1 starting at 3:00 p.m., in memory of the burning of the Jaffna Library on the nights of May 31st and June 1st, 1981. All books will be donated to the SickKids Hospital. |
Manathil Uruthi Vendum – Let’s Talk Healthy MindsBy Editor - May 8th, 2015 |
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Our aim is to promote action that changes attitudes and behaviours toward mental health. This journey began in 2014 and with the support of individuals, community groups and organizations, we are entering our second year hosting the “Manathil Uruthi Vendum” workshop and with everyone’s continuous support, we hope to work towards fostering knowledge and improving collaboration both within the Tamil community and mainstream. This is a free event and we welcome everyone from the community to come out to our workshop. If you are interested, please register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/manathil-uruthi-vendum-tickets-16546747768. |
Tamileelam Challenge Cup Volleyball 2015 – ResultsBy Editor - April 28th, 2015 |
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This year’s finals showcased a great match between Devilz and Smack That. After an extremely tight game, the Devilz prevailed as the winners. |
Tamileelam Challenge Cup – Volleyball 2015By Editor - April 2nd, 2015 |
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The battle to crown the new Tamileelam Challenge Cup Champion is fast arriving as the Athletics Council of CTYA will be hosting the 2015 Volleyball Tamil Eelam Challenge Cup. The tournament is open to everyone and we are having a call out of teams from 6 to 10 players. To register a team, please email: athletics@ctya.org or contact 416.428.8467. The last day to register is Sunday, April 19th 2015. |
News Release: CTYA Stands in Solidarity with the Jaffna Students protesting the decision to defer the release of the UNHRC reportBy Editor - February 24th, 2015 |
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The Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) strongly disagrees with the latest UN decision to defer the release of the investigation into the mass crimes committed by the Sri Lankan state against the Tamil people. The UN has continued to fail the Tamil community in search for accountability through international measures, as this deferral is a direct denial of human rights and justice. |
News Release: CTYA Welcomes NPC ResolutionBy Editor - February 12th, 2015 |
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On February 10th, 2015, the Northern Provincial Council (NPC), with overwhelming support, passed a resolution calling for an international investigation into the ongoing genocide perpetrated by the Sri Lankan Government against Eelam Tamils. The Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) welcomes this resolution as a meaningful move towards justice and the freedom of the Eelam Tamil Nation. |
Sri Lankan military presence must be removed in the Tamil populated areasBy Admin - November 30th, 2012 |
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While this disturbance may be the latest act committed by the Sri Lankan military forces against the Tamil population, it illustrates the need for the Canadian government, international community and the United Nations to seriously consider the conditions faced by the Tamil population in Sri Lanka. CTYA along with its members urge the democratic establishments around the world to immediately demand Sri Lankan government to remove military presence in the Tamil populated areas of North and East of the island. |
Youth for the Youth Robotics Workshops are back!By Editor - October 20th, 2012 |
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At CTYA, we are excited to announce the start of Robotic classes for this winter. The Robotics competition was a big success as an event. To build on that success, we are introducing classes that will be more focused on math and science as used in robotics – in a classroom setting. |
Call Out for Emcees: Thaalam 2012By Editor - April 15th, 2012 |
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“Thaalam” the Inter-University/College Dance Competition that rocked the stage at the heart of the Toronto Entertainment District last year is back. That’s right! The Arts and Culture Council of CTYA will be hosting the second annual Thaalam on June 24, 2012. Eight teams will be working day and night to put together the most vibrant, mind-blowing show of 2012. Don’t you want to be a part of this remarkable night? |
