Des Lakshan
Das Lakshan, the “Festival of the Ten Religious Qualities,” is a ten-day Jain observance which starts immediately after Paryushana.
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Dussehra / Vijayadashami
The Hindu festival Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, represents the triumph of good over evil.
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Lha Bab Düchen
Lha Bab Düchen occurs on the 22nd day of the 9th Tibetan lunar month and celebrates Buddha's return to the human realm after teaching his mother for three months in the God's realm.
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Hindu Heritage Month
Hindu Heritage Month is an opportunity to learn more about the rich culture and history of Hindu communities and to celebrate and honour their contributions in British Columbia and Canada.
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Diwali
Diwali is the Indian “festival of lights,” celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
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Martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur
The Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur honours the ninth Sikh Guru’s historic sacrifice to defend religious freedom and human rights.
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Guru Nanak Gurpurab
Guru Nanak Gurpurab celebrates the birth of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak.
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Hanukkah
Hanukkah is a Jewish festival commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem at the time of the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire. It is also known as the […]
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Rohatsu / Bodhi Day
Rohatsu is the day Japanese Zen Buddhists observe the enlightenment of the Buddha. It is also called Bodhi Day, meaning "enlightenment day."
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