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Welcome to the community of Nepalis & friends of Nepal in British Columbia, Canada. To say that, Nepal is a land in which providence has smiled and lavished abundantly with beautiful Shangri-La’s, white waters, ancient history, wildlife, beauty and exotic facets, perhaps one of the most sought after tourist destination in Asia. Immigration is not a new word for Nepalis. The journey to BC from the land of Gods and Goddesses began in the early 80s for Nepalis who traversed the Himalayas seeking a better quality of life and more opportunities in education, training and settlement. Today, many of Nepalis are people known for their talent, intelligence and education, simply put, a prized labor force in BC. The local Nepal Cultural Society of BC, NCSBC (www.ncsbc.org), a registered non-profit organization, established in 1998, now comprises of about 200 families. The society is active in several community activities such as summer language class, celebrating Nepali festivities and hosting cultural programs. Usually, these functions packed full-house events with a lip smacking typical Nepalis menu included. In mingling at the functions in the NCSBC, it is not hard to observe how deeply the memories and culture of Nepal have been etched in the heart of a Nepali despite decades of stay in the West. Many still speak the language, Nepali, flawlessly and still maintain own Nepalis traditions and culture in its entirety. The community has done remarkably well for itself. Members having made strides not only within the community, but in all walks of life especially in its integration with the people of Canada. From the foot steps of Yeti to the magnificent mountains of BC, the immigrant of Nepal has come a long way and has much to offer in expertise, knowledge of ancient traditions, warmth of heart and a resplendent culture. Welcome to our community. |
