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Indo-Canadians

Discover the amazing people from India who now call Canada home and share their vibrant culture!

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To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13276072055)

To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13276072055)

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To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277789704)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13276003125)
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To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13276192344)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13276900004)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277193814)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13275737035)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277822093)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277690903)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277218144)
To celebrate Holi, the Indian festival of colours, students gathered on the green at UFV's Abbotsford campus on March 14, 2014. The Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies joined forces with UFV Student (13277272914)

Key Facts

Location
Canada.
Population
Over 1.8 million people of Indian origin.
Main Languages Spoken
English, French, Punjabi, Hindi, and others.
Fun Fact
Many Indo-Canadians celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, which is a very bright and joyful holiday!

Canada's Awesome New Neighbors!

Imagine a country so big it has snowy mountains, sunny beaches, and even frozen lands! That's Canada! Many people who were born in India, or whose parents were, have moved to Canada. They live in big cities like Toronto, which is like a giant playground with lots of different people. Canada is a very welcoming place for people from all over the world, including those from India.

From India to Canada: A Big Adventure!

Long ago, people started traveling from India to Canada. They came for many reasons, like looking for new jobs or a better life. It was a very long journey, like traveling across the whole world! Over time, more and more people from India came to Canada, and they started building communities where they could share their traditions and feel at home. It's like when you make new friends at school!

Yummy Food and Colorful Festivals!

Indo-Canadians bring so much fun to Canada! They celebrate colorful festivals like Diwali, the Festival of Lights, where homes are lit up with beautiful lamps. They also share delicious food like butter chicken and samosas, which are like tasty little pockets of joy.

You can hear many languages spoken, like Punjabi and Hindi, alongside English and French. It makes Canada a super interesting place!

Working and Learning Together!

Indo-Canadians work in all sorts of jobs in Canada, from doctors and teachers to engineers and artists. They also go to Canadian schools and learn new things, just like you! They share their knowledge and skills, making Canada a stronger and more exciting country. It’s like everyone bringing their favorite toy to share at playtime, making it more fun for everyone.

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