Hindu Society of Calgary - Calgary, AB

The Hindu Society of Calgary In Calgary, charitable organization and a central hub for the city's Hindu community. Established to promote and preserve Hindu religious values, culture, and traditions, Hindu Society of Calgary In Calgary the temple serves as a place of worship, meditation, and community gathering.

Key features

Worship: The temple holds regular worship services and daily aarti (worship with light), moreover, providing a welcoming environment for prayer and meditation.

Special events: The society organizes festivals and special prayer services throughout the year, such as Diwali, Janmashtami, and Karwa Chauth.

Sunday programs are also a key part of the temple's schedule, featuring havan puja, bhajans, and religious discourses.

Religious education: A primary goal of the society is to teach and uphold the values of Hindu scriptures. It offers religious education for children, including Hindi language classes.

Charitable giving: The society is actively involved in charitable activities, including fundraising and donating to food banks and homeless shelters.

Community meals (Langar): The temple serves free meals (Langar) to visitors, promoting the spirit of sharing and hospitality.

Multi-cultural activities: The society hosts social and multi-cultural activities, fostering respect and understanding among Calgary's diverse religious and cultural groups.

Assistance to newcomers: The society has a history of assisting newcomers to Canada, helping them integrate into the community.

Welcoming atmosphere: The temple is praise by visitors for its well-maintained, clean, and welcoming environment.

Accessibility: The facility is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance, parking lot, and restrooms.

Parking: The temple provides adequate on-site parking for visitors.

Priestly guidance: Knowledgeable priests are available to offer guidance and answer questions about Hindu practices.

Origins: The society's beginnings trace back to the efforts of early Hindu immigrants in the late 1960s who sought to establish a formal organization to serve the community's spiritual and cultural needs.

Growth: The community saw significant growth in the 1970s, and the organization expanded its activities over the years, eventually establishing its temple and cultural center.

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