2019 marks 550 years since the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism.
Guru Nanak Dev ji’s message of oneness, equality and justice for all came at a time when these principles were wanting in India. He challenged social injustices and gender inequality with not only his pragmatic messages and teachings but by accentuating these same principles in his own life as an example for all. His commitment to sharing these universal teachings is demonstrated by his 28 thousand km journeys to all four corners of the world. He was not only a messenger of truthful living but also a practitioner.
This year communities from the Sikh faith as well as from other faiths around the world have come together to celebrate these universal teachings, recommit to being better to each other and honor a teacher who served and inspired all to be their very best selves.
Honoring Guru Nanak Dev ji’s 550th Birth Anniversary and the Planting of 550 Trees in Burnaby by GNFK Volunteers.
In celebration and in recognition of the 550th Birth Anniversary and in keeping with the teachings of Guru Nanak Devji of service to humanity, the Sikh community is planting trees in cities/villages around the world with the goal of planting 1,000,000 trees. Guru Nanak Dev ji, in his teachings equated our atmosphere to a revered teacher – Pavan Guru , Water to the importance and role of a Father- Panee Pita, and earth to the loving embrace of a Mother – Mata dharat mahat and Night and Day as Grandparents – Divas Raat Dhoy Daiee Dayaa , and in this setting all of humanity is held and protected.
Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen (GNFK) is participating in this global effort by donating 550 trees to the City of Burnaby and working in partnership with the City to hold a planting event at Second Narrows Park.
The planting of trees is a small gesture towards helping our mother earth, and just as a tree does not discriminate on who enjoys its shade, this effort is also a reminder to ourselves to cultivate our best self to see and be with all without hate or prejudice as taught by Guru Nanak Devji.
Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen
GNFK was formed in late 2006 with the sole purpose of serving hot healthy vegetarian meals and drinks to those in need (downtown east side), following the principles of sewa (selfless service) as enshrined by the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Love All Feed All. The organization has since expanded it’s platform by holding annual events (e.g. toy drive, school supply drive) throughout the year to help those in need.
Canada’s Premiere Indian Classical Music and Dance event, the 8th Annual Mushtari Begum Festival of Indian Classical Music and Dance returns to the Massey Theatre!
Included in this magical evening are a scintillating Carnatic music duet by inernationally touring artists, the Indian Gold Medal award winning Violinist Kaushik Sivaramakrishnan and the dynamic Abhishek Iyer on Mridangam.
Another amazing collaboration includes two renowned Kathak dancers and Kathak Queens of Canada, Amika Kushwaha and Prajakta Potnis Trehan, who will treat us to a Kathak solo jugalbandhi and for the first time are accompanied by two Tabla players, the charismatic Ustad Amarjeet Singh and Cassius Khan, and will be supported by the indelible Dil Ruba Maestro Baljit Singh, Kaushik Sivaramakrishnan and Abhishek Iyer.
The Ghazal/Tabla Wizard Cassius Khan will also present his trademark performance alongside Amika Kushwaha’s sonorous Harmonium, Dr Disha Mehta and La Vika on Taanmandal and Swarmandal.
Such will be the passion and enchantment they create, intoxicating the soul with ancient melodies and rhythms, that undoubtedly, your ears will begin to see and the eyes listen.
JOIN US FOR OUR INAUGURAL SOUTH ASIAN STARRY NIGHT BENEFIT HOSTED BY ROBIN GILL
Bringing together community stakeholders, business leaders, and those impacted by kidney disease, this night will bring much needed awareness to the various risk factors associated with kidney disease (see the Did You Know section near the bottom of this page for details).
The night will include a hosted network cocktail reception, live & silent auctions, inspiring speakers, dinner, dancing, entertainment, and a special fashion show sponsored by Drishti Magazine!
Funds raised will support organ transplant research and kidney patients across the BC & Yukon.
For more information please contact Ramya Hosak, Director of Philanthropy at ramya.hosak@kidney.ca or visit www.kidney.ca/starrynight
2019 marks 550 years since the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism.
Guru Nanak Dev ji’s message of oneness, equality and justice for all came at a time when these principles were wanting in India. He challenged social injustices and gender inequality with not only his pragmatic messages and teachings but by accentuating these same principles in his own life as an example for all. His commitment to sharing these universal teachings is demonstrated by his 28 thousand km journeys to all four corners of the world. He was not only a messenger of truthful living but also a practitioner.
This year communities from the Sikh faith as well as from other faiths around the world have come together to celebrate these universal teachings, recommit to being better to each other and honor a teacher who served and inspired all to be their very best selves.
Honoring Guru Nanak Dev ji’s 550th Birth Anniversary and the Planting of 550 Trees in Burnaby by GNFK Volunteers.
In celebration and in recognition of the 550th Birth Anniversary and in keeping with the teachings of Guru Nanak Devji of service to humanity, the Sikh community is planting trees in cities/villages around the world with the goal of planting 1,000,000 trees. Guru Nanak Dev ji, in his teachings equated our atmosphere to a revered teacher – Pavan Guru , Water to the importance and role of a Father- Panee Pita, and earth to the loving embrace of a Mother – Mata dharat mahat and Night and Day as Grandparents – Divas Raat Dhoy Daiee Dayaa , and in this setting all of humanity is held and protected.
Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen (GNFK) is participating in this global effort by donating 550 trees to the City of Burnaby and working in partnership with the City to hold a planting event at Second Narrows Park.
The planting of trees is a small gesture towards helping our mother earth, and just as a tree does not discriminate on who enjoys its shade, this effort is also a reminder to ourselves to cultivate our best self to see and be with all without hate or prejudice as taught by Guru Nanak Devji.
Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen
GNFK was formed in late 2006 with the sole purpose of serving hot healthy vegetarian meals and drinks to those in need (downtown east side), following the principles of sewa (selfless service) as enshrined by the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Love All Feed All. The organization has since expanded it’s platform by holding annual events (e.g. toy drive, school supply drive) throughout the year to help those in need.
