Black July 101: Did you know?

Written by: Human Rights Advocacy Council of Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA)

BBC correspondent Frances Harrison cited that anywhere from 400 to 3000 Tamils were killed in the events that occurred in Black July 1983.

Thaalam 2012: Heat or Thunder? And the winner is…

The results of the game between Miami Heat and OKC Thunder on Tuesday, June 19 were forecasted by the fans of Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA) on Facebook. As part of Thaalam 2012, CTYA Fans were encouraged to predict the winner of the game on the CTYA Fan Page. The names of those correctly predicting the results were to be entered into a draw to win a complimentary ticket to Thaalam 2012. Arts and Culture Council will be presenting the winner with three complimentary movie tickets.

What is Black July?

Video By: Senthamil Stefi

I remember Black July…Do you?

Wishing you all a Happy Canada Day!

Happy 145th Canada Day! On behalf of the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance’s Blog Team, we wish you all a Happy Canada Day! 🙂 Here are some fun facts about Canada! 🙂

A Night In Vegas – Fundraiser for Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

This is an event being organized by Tamil youth, Ajouka Jey and Mathuraa Sasi, show your support!

“Come out to A Night in Vegas to raise money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. If you want a good opportunity to give back to the community while you mix, mingle & dance the night away!

Thaalam 2012: M.P. John McCallum, “I would also like to commend you for providing an opportunity to youths to express them selves and grow as individuals.”

“I would like to thank the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance and all of the volunteers who have helped in organizing this great event. Your commitment and dedication helps make our community a better place to live.”

Thaalam 2012: M.P.P. Dr. Helena Jaczek, “This event brings together remarkable young people from around our community and across the province”

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I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the many individuals who help to make this event a reality, to the commitment and hard work of the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance, their organizers and volunteers, who work tirelessly to ensure a successful evening and to all of the outstanding performers.”

Thaalam 2012: Warmest greetings from M.P.P. Greg Sorbara!

” I am pleased to recognize and to commend the wonderful and ongoing work of the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance in bringing together and empowering Canadian Tamil youth to become exceptional leaders in their community. Please accept my sincere gratitude on behalf of all those whose lives you have touched and inspired over the years.”