Culture
You Know You Grew Up South Asian If You’ve Heard These 10 Things
Let’s be honest, South Asian parents don’t need parenting books. They’ve been dropping wisdom, threats, and guilt trips in one-liners since forever. Each sentence came with emotional impact and long-term memory loss of your self-worth (jk… kinda). Now, in the era of reels, TikToks, and desi meme pages, these legendary lines are getting their moment,
A Night At The Museum: Eid At The Smithsonian
In a landmark celebration of culture and community, the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art hosted a star-studded Eid Reception that brought together leading South Asian and Muslim voices in media, arts, and diplomacy for an unforgettable night of storytelling, connection, and heritage. Under the golden glow of the Smithsonian National Museum of Asia
Star-Studded Biblio Bash Gala Raises Over $1 Million For Teen Mental Health In Toronto
Toronto’s literary gala delivers glamour, generosity, and impact for teen mental wellness. On a glittering spring evening on April 4th, 2025, under a theme inspired by constellations and storytelling, Toronto’s literary elite, philanthropists, and changemakers gathered for an unforgettable night at the Toronto Reference Library. The occasion? Biblio Bash 2025 -the city’s most glamorous library fundraiser, which
How the South Asian Relationship Summit is Bringing Culturally Relevant Insights to Modern Love
Relationships are at the heart of human experience, yet the South Asian community often encounters advice that doesn’t resonate with its unique cultural fabric. That’s why Kavita Jhaveri, renowned love and relationship coach, created the South Asian Relationship Summit, a free 5-day online event from February 10th to 14th.
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Why Indo-Caribbean Canadian Voices & Narratives Need Better Representation In Media
Indo-Caribbean Canadians have long been underrepresented in media, their stories overshadowed despite their significant contributions to the cultural fabric of North America. To address this gap, Canadian Screen Award-winning writer and actor ...
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South Asian House Makes A Splash at Art Basel Miami for Its Second Edition
The creative and business community gathered during the prestigious Art Basel Miami; the ‘Creatives In Orbit’ event at Flow Miami Worldcenter on December 4 to connect and celebrate a diverse community of thought leaders representing art, fashion, business, tech, funding, music, and film. ...
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7 Characters In Desi Folklore That Put Halloween Spooks To Shame
Happy Halloween, everyone! The night is alive with things that go bump, shadows that linger a bit too long, and that unmistakable creak from the floorboards that sounds suspiciously haunted. While you're out carving pumpkins and handing out candy, let ...
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University Health Network (UHN)’s 'Diwali – A Night To Shine' Raises Record Breaking $2m+ To Support Health Care, Research And Innovation
UHN Foundation’s Diwali – A Night to Shine presented by Sprott celebrates a record-breaking year raising over $2M for UHN’s most urgent health care needs. The sold-out event took place on October 5 at Beanfield Centre and brought together nearly 600 guests to celebrate ...
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The Lit Gala Returns To Toronto For A Night of Celebration & Charity Supporting Children With Disabilities In India
Toronto’s highly anticipated cultural and charitable event, the Lit Gala 2024, is set to light up the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on November 9th. Now in its second year, this vibrant celebration of Diwali promises a dazzling evening filled with delectable food, entertainment, and phila ...
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What Future Changemakers Can Learn From The Inspiring Canadian Women Honoured At The Women Empowerment Awards 2024
The Women Empowerment Awards returned once again in spectacular fashion with another sold-out gala. The WEA "...celebrates the achievements of women entrepreneurs and recognizes empowering leaders in the industry." What's ...