The Great Indian Festival 2024

About Event:

Vision

Our vision is to become the preeminent organization for promoting and developing a greater understanding and appreciation of the multicultural splendour and heritage of India, in all its facets, among Canadians.

Mission

To offer the visitors and residents of the National Capital Region a world-class opportunity to experience and personally learn about the traditions, culture and heritage of India – and thus promote multi-cultural understanding, appreciation, harmony and peace; and enhance inter-cultural connectivity in Canada.

Objectives

• Showcase high quality Indian music and dance programs
• Engage our patrons with interactive and participatory programs that both entertain and educate about culture and heritage of India
• Present nutritious and tasty authentic ethnic food from different regions of India
• Present workshops that nourish the Body and Mind: on Wellness, Yoga, Meditation, Music, Arts, Dance and Cooking
• Organize discourses, discussions and debates on Indian inspired Culture and Philosophy
• Maintain a repository on sources of information on subjects including the Cultures, Festivals, Music and Dances, Philosophies, Literature and Cuisine of India.