Posts Tagged ‘News’


Google’s Privacy Policy Kicks In March 1

By Editor - February 29th, 2012

Google's Privacy Policy Kicks In March 1

Google’s new privacy policy is set to go into effect tomorrow, March 1. According to their new Privacy Policy, beginning March 1, all Google products will be linked and all your search results will be customized based on your history. Before then, make sure you protect your information and clear your account history.



Tamil youth, Andrew Sigmaringam, wins Ontario Junior Citizen of Year Award

By Editor - February 29th, 2012

Tamil youth, Andrew Sigmaringam, wins Ontario Junior Citizen of Year Award

Tamil youth, Andrew Sigmaringam has been awarded the 2011 Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award. Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award recognizes youth ages six to 27 who are outstanding leaders making a difference in their communities.



Tamil youth, Jannani Puvanendran, takes part in Forum For Young Canadians

By Editor - February 29th, 2012

Tamil youth, Jannani Puvanendran, takes part in Forum For Young Canadians

A Tamil youth, Jannani Puvanendran has been selected as part of 300 young Canadians to attend a national youth forum in Ottawa taking place this week from Feb. 26 to March 2 at Parliament Hill.



Canadian Tamil Youth declare uncompromising support for freedom at Tamil Eelam Sovereignty Conference

By Editor - February 27th, 2012

Canadian Tamil Youth declare uncompromising support for freedom at Tamil Eelam Sovereignty Conference

Written by: TYO-Canada

Canadian Tamil Youth activists from highschools, colleges and universities resolved to continue the struggle for Tamil sovereignty at a pan Canadian conference organized by the Tamil Youth Organization-Canada (TYO-Canada).



The United Nations Human Rights Council Meeting 2012

By Editor - February 27th, 2012

The United Nations Human Rights Council Meeting 2012

Written by: Thebana Gnanakrishnan

The United Nations’ Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will be meeting for its 19th session from February 27 – March 23 2012 to discuss matters regarding human rights abuses and violations. Below are some quick and important information you should be aware of regarding the organization as well as its meetings.



Legacies of the Komagata Maru: Letters to our Elders [CASSA]

By Editor - February 18th, 2012

Legacies of the Komagata Maru: Letters to our Elders [CASSA]

Council of Agencies Serving South Asians and the Brown Canada Project Presents:Legacies of the Komagata Maru: Letters to our Elders. Letters to our Elders is a 6-week creative workshop series for self-identified youth of colour, Indigenous and mixed-race youth. This workshop series is a part of the larger creative component of CASSA’s Brown Canada history project.



TYO Canada Presents ‘Ilanthalir’

By Editor - February 18th, 2012

TYO Canada Presents 'Ilanthalir'

On Friday April 27, 2012, Tamil Youth Organization – Canada will be hosting Ilanthalir, a performing arts talent show. Ilanthalir translates to “young sprouts”. This is a great opportunity for Tamil youth to perform their cultural vision, and to celebrate their rich culture.



Who Is To Judge?

By Editor - February 15th, 2012

Who Is To Judge?

Written by: Gayathiri Sivakumar

By now, you all probably heard of or read the article in the Toronto Star and the video from Youtube that speaks to the taping of a minor accident involving a Tamil youth, Raguruban Yogarajah on the 401 through someone’s dashboard camera.



Thaalam 2011 – Full Video Online!

By Editor - February 6th, 2012

Thaalam 2011 - Full Video Online!

Six teams participated in Thaalam; each team exhibited great talent, passion and energy on stage. Their creativity, enthusiasm and skill in dance were truly astounding. We’ve uploaded a video of the entire show, we hope you enjoy the show!



Katka Kasadara- Education Expo 2012 [Recap]

By Editor - January 30th, 2012

Katka Kasadara- Education Expo 2012 [Recap]

This past weekend on Saturday January 28th 2012, the Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance’s Education and Career Development Council in partnership with CASSA, TACT and Arivakam held Katka Kasadara, Education Expo 2012. Throughout the day from 10AM-4PM many parents and students ranging from various ages took part in workshops, seminars, panels and engaged with community organizations and activists which held booths related to over 30 topics about education and careers.