“Shoulders of Giants”: Reading Series by UTSC TSA and TYO-Canada

This event will revolve around the central themes of NATION, HOMELAND, and SELF-DETERMINATION and will draw from Dr. Anton Balasingam’s novel, “War and Peace” in order to educate the UTSC community of the literature written by leaders of the armed struggle of the Tamil liberation movement.

TYO REACH Magazine – December Issue Available!

Check out TYO’s latest issue of Reach Magazine here!

Thulirkal: Making a difference everyday! Top Talents 2012 Youth Volunteer Award Recipient, Senthan Thirugnanasampanthan

Senthan Thirugnanasampanthan was the recipient of the Top Talents 2012 Youth Volunteer Award. The Youth Volunteer Award is given to an individual who has shown meaningful volunteerism to organizations and community groups while striving to improve the quality of life for others with a commitment to make a difference. This year’s Youth Volunteer award was awarded in memory of Namanan Guhanathan.

The Education and Career Development Council Introduces…. HEARTBEAT Campaign!

Written By: Education and Career Development Council

As part of the Education and Career Development Council’s Campaign Heartbeat (Ithaya Thudipu), is launching an awareness campaign focusing solely on the heart health of South Asians, and in particular, Tamils.

Wishes to Premier Kathleen Wynne!

On behalf of CTYA’s Blog Team, we would like to extend our wishes to Ontario’s new Premier, Kathleen Wynne. Wynne has supported initiatives of the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance in the past; she attended Thaalam 2010 and has send out letters of support for Thaalam and Top Talents in the past. Congratulations!

Durham District School Board Proclaimes January as Tamil Heritage Month

Tamil Heritage Month Committee is proud to announce DDSB Trustees unanimously proclaimed January as Tamil Heritage Month tonight. DDSB also released its official poster to commemorate the this event. This official poster will be on display in all Durham District Schools and this recognition will go on their school calendar.

Callout for Board of Directors

Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA ) is seeking dynamic individuals who are responsible, enthusiastic and creative to join our Board of Directors. We are seeking for candidates that can utilize their experience, skills, and passion to empower youth to provide new innovative ideas and enhance the delivery of our services.