Requirements not met

Your browser does not meet the minimum requirements of this website. Though you can continue browsing, some features may not be available to you.


Browser unsupported

Please note that our site has been optimized for a modern browser environment. You are using »an unsupported or outdated software«. We recommend that you perform a free upgrade to any of the following alternatives:

Using a browser that does not meet the minimum requirements for this site will likely cause portions of the site not to function properly.


JavaScript either has been disabled, or your browser does not support JavaScript.

If you are unsure how to enable JavaScript in your browser, please visit wikiHow’s »How to Turn on Javascript in Internet Browsers«.


Cookies either have been disabled, or your browser does not support cookies.

If you are unsure how to enable Cookies in your browser, please visit wikiHow’s »How to Enable Cookies in Your Internet Web Browser«.

City NewsCity NewsCommunityCommunityEducationEducationArts and EntertainmentArts and EntertainmentLifestyleLifestyle

Featured Articles

Appeal for Support of Step to Humanity Association

Appeal for Support of Step to Humanity Association

Wednesday, 06 March 2024

Step to Humanity Association appeals for support to sustain its invaluable work. Step to Humanity Association, a registered charity organization...

Protecting at-risk Albertans from COVID-19

Thursday, 14 January 2021

Government measures that protect the health and safety of at-risk Albertans from COVID-19. All Albertans are at risk of contracting...

Updates on COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta

Thursday, 14 January 2021

Albertans should remain diligent, stay home when sick and arrange for testing if needed to help protect the health-care system...

Advertisements



Our Newsletter

Please subscribe to our newsletter to receive articles with current news and information from Diverse Edmonton.

RSS News Feed

Get the latest news from www.diverseedmonton.ca on your desktop or news feed reader.

RSS 2.0 News FeedRSS 2.0 News Feed

 

Filtered Article List

«

The following is a list of articles which have been tagged with your selected keyword.

You may refine your search by adding a text filter on the title. If such additional filter is set it will remain in the text box below. If you want to broaden your search again, you may just delete the contents in the text field and hit the "Enter"-key to confirm.

Bangladesh Community

A little different Birthday Party

Lifestyle

The cold season may sometimes become a good excuse to lock ourselves away into our own warm and cozy four walls. If you are already tired of your own company, this birthday party may be an excellent inspiration for your family to socialize with your community...

Read More...

Alberta's historic recognition of the Bengali New Year & Cheerful celebrations in North America

Community

Alberta, Canada (May 5, 2017): The Alberta New Democrat Caucus of the parliament, in collaboration with the Provincial Assembly, a historic statement was made in recognition of the Bengali New Year by Ms...

Read More...

Art Exhibition "Pursuit of Existence" by Ishrat Jahan

Arts and Entertainment

The Bangladesh Heritage Museum in cooperation with the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) is organizing an art exhibition by local artist Ishrat Jahan. The Edmonton Public Library branch at Abbottsfield - Penny Mckee has agreed to publicly display the paintings for three months, beginning at October 26, 2015 until January 25, 2016...

Read More...

Bangladesh Pavilion at CTV's Morning Live

Community

The Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) has represented the Bangladesh Pavilion for the upcoming Heritage Festival in Edmonton at CTV's Morning Live Show on Wednesday, July 8, 2015...

Read More...

Bengali New Year Celebrated with Dignity at Alberta Parliament

City News

Edmonton, Alberta, April 16, 2024: The Alberta Parliament in Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, was not just a venue but a beacon of cultural exchange this afternoon. It resonated with the solemn celebration of the Bengali New Year, marking a significant moment in the cultural calendar...

Read More...

BHESA announces Nominees for the Ekushey Heritage Award 2015

Community

The Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) nominated four dedicated volunteers for the Ekushey Heritage Award 2015. The nominees have officially been announced at the celebration ceremonies of International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2015 in Edmonton...

Read More...

BHESA celebrates Bangladesh culture

Community

Bangladeshi-Canadians who live in the Edmonton area are connected through a number of local cultural organizations, one of which is BHESA, the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta. In this article we want to introduce this organization and its people to a broader audience...

Read More...

BHESA Celebrates Youth Festival and Family Day

Community

On Sunday, June 14 the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) has invited the Bangladesh community and anybody interested in meeting the local Bengali people to celebrate the first official Youth Festival of the organization...

Read More...

BHESA organized the Bangladesh Pavilion at the Heritage Festival in Edmonton

Community

Between August 1, 2015 and Alberta's Civic Holiday on August 3, the William Hawrelak Park in Edmonton transformed into a rich display of arts, culture and ethnic heritage. During that time the Edmonton Heritage Festival, also known as the Servus Heritage Festival due to its title sponsor, took place...

Read More...

BHESA's Bengali New Year Celebration in Edmonton

Community

The Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) has celebrated the Bengali New Year in Edmonton, Canada on April 25, 2015. The colourful gala was held at the Pleasantview Community Hall, where the Bangladeshi community and anyone interested had the opportunity to enjoy Bengali culture with ethnic foods, music, dance and more...

Read More...

BPCA, a hub for information about International Mother Language Day

Community

The Bangladesh community in Edmonton and vicinity area is made up of a bunch of colorful and vivid people, pursuing a number of interesting activities. A recently build organization named the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) has started an interesting intiative and is eager to become a hub of information about International Mother Language Day...

Read More...

Celebration of International Mother Language Day 2015 in Edmonton

Community

On February 21, 2015 a number of organizations, professional bodies, and people interested in the celebration of mother language and the topic of linguistic diversity joined together at the monument initiated by the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA) in assistance with the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) to celebrate International Mother Language Day...

Read More...

Durga Puja Celebration in Edmonton

Community

On October 22, 2015 the Bengali community celebrated Durga Puja at the ACCA Centre (Asian Christian Association of Alberta) in Edmonton. The annual South Asian festival organized by the Alberta Bongo Society (ABS) is held in worship of Goddess Durga, also known as Durgotsava or Sharadotsav...

Read More...

Ifter organized by Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta in Edmonton

Community

Mahmuda Alam: A free community Ifter organized by Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta at Parkdale Community Hall in Edmonton on June 17, 2017. Islamic lecture by Advocate Arif Khan and a special prayer was held followed by the Ifter in this occasion...

Read More...

MILES and NODI from Bangladesh rock the Royal Alberta Museum Auditorium

Community

On August 8, 2015 SHS Production invited music fans to experience popular music from Bangladesh live in Edmonton. The legendary Rock Fusion Band Miles and "Channel I Shera Kontho" winner Moumita Tashrin Nodi performed in the Royal Alberta Museum Auditorium...

Read More...

MJMF celebrates cricket sports in Giovanni Caboto Park

Community

On Thursday, August 6, 2015 the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF) has sponsored and organized a cricket match to celebrate the team sport. The event took place in Giovanni Caboto Park in Edmonton, Alberta, where 2 teams gave each other a suspense-packed fight for the Champions Cup...

Read More...

MJMF introduces the Ekushey Youth Awards

Community

Under assistance of the Bangladesh PressClub Centre of Alberta (BPCA), the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF) has introduced the Ekushey Youth Awards in February 2015. The award is seen as a means of appreciation for people who have stood out with exceptional contributions to or in the youth community, and who set an example by inspiring a young audience with their work...

Read More...

MJMF Soccer Friendship Tournament held in Edmonton

Community

On Saturday, April 12, 2015 the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation organized the MJMF Soccer Friendship Tournament at the premises of the Alex Taylor School (E4C) in the City of Edmonton. At the event 3 local soccer teams, the Edmonton Lathials, Edmonton Jomidars and Edmonton Jodhas met to determine a winner...

Read More...

MJMF supports Bangladeshi and Canadian Youth

Community

Mahinur Jahid, who died at the age of 27 in a tragic car accident, is the inspiration behind the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF) which was created by his family to cherish the memory of a lost son and brother...

Read More...

MJMF's Ekushey Youth Awards Ceremony

Community

On the occasion of the Bengali New Year Celebrations on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Pleasantview Community Hall in Edmonton, Alberta the Mahinur Jahid Memorial Foundation (MJMF) held an award ceremony to honour the recipients of the Ekushey Youth Awards 2015...

Read More...