What does that make you feel when you read, listen or hum these lines? Doesn’t it make you feel proud about the choice you made to raise your family here in Canada? Canada has been a great home to me and millions more in the past, opening its generous doors wide for everyone to pursue their dreams equally. Having come here for the first time over two decades ago, it was a case of love at first sight for us. And you know with most of us, love never changes; it’s for keeps.

Canada is one of the freest countries on the planet and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms ensures that privilege for every citizen, not just a chosen few. But it is up to all of us to ensure that these rights and privileges are exercised with far greater responsibility and accountability so that it creates a cohesive and mutually respectful society.

I would with great responsibility like to exercise my right to express freely today in the long-term interest of our Canada.

Many Canadians like me are pained to see Brand Canada getting a beating, due to the actions of certain groups, events and ideologies which have dented our image and hurt our standing in the world. Why do we let this happen? Part of the problem is the compulsions of domestic politics. But shouldn’t we as a country put the breaks on these ‘free expressions’ when it begins to hurt us all.

All freedoms are exercised with certain limits for the sake of public order and larger peace. A few recent developments in Canada has caused much heartburn among those who genuinely love Canada and cherish its unique position in the international community. In the name of free expression, there have been incidents that have marred the pristine image of Canada in the eyes of the world. (Read more)

The 9th annual charity golf tournament organized by the Canada India Foundation to support the families of Fallen Heroes in Canada and India is set to tee off on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the Lionhead Golf Club, located at 8525 Mississauga Rd., Brampton, ON.

Thanks to you, we were able to achieve remarkable milestones, including the establishment of a permanent education fund exceeding $180,000.00. This fund will support the children of fallen soldiers wishing to pursue higher education and significantly contributes to the Toronto RCASC Associate Fund, supporting families of fallen soldiers across Canada.

Online Registration: Say goodbye to long lines! Our new website allows you to register online, pay online, purchase sponsorships, add your foursomes, and more – all at your convenience. Click HERE

Helicopter Ball Drop Raffle: Prepare for thrills as a helicopter releases 500 numbered golf balls over a designated hole. Purchase a ball for your chance to win big! The ball closest to the hole claims the prize. Visit our website for details.

With your support, we aim to tee off with 72 foursomes promptly at 10:00 am, embracing the beauty of a Canadian summer day. Together, we'll continue our tradition of supporting our brave soldiers and their families, both in Canada and India.

According to the Chief of the Global Economic Monitoring Branch, Economic Analysis and Policy Division, UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), Hamid Rashid, Indian economy is expected to exceed earlier estimates in its GDP growth and reach an impressive 7% while most economies in the developed world are struggling with negative or close to negative growth. The India growth story is also attracting foreign investors by the droves as less and less of them head to China. (Read more.)

The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), the umbrella body of milk cooperatives in Gujarat that markets and sells milk under the brand Amul, has tied up with the Michigan Milk Producers Association to sell “fresh milk” in the East Coast and Midwest markets of the US. Amul products including Cheese, Butter, Panter, Ghee, Ice cream, Beverages, chocolates, Gulab Jamun, Rosogolla, Mithaimate, Amulya, Frozen snacks, Shrikhand, Lassi and Buttermilk are already being exported into the US through distributors in New Jersey, New York and other centres.  (Read more.)