Hindu Temple - Scarborough, ON

The Hindu Dharmasram is a non-profit and non-political community organization serving the Bengali Hindu community in the Greater Toronto Area. The organization was founded in 1997 by Bangladeshi Hindu community members to foster communication and a friendly relationship among them through religious worship and cultural activities.

Key features 

Community focus: The Dharmasram is a popular community organization for immigrants from Bangladesh, acting as a vibrant hub for cultural and religious life in Scarborough.

Deities: The temple houses several donated deities, including Durga, Kali, Satya Narayan, Saraswati, Radha Krishna, Shiva Parbati, Ganesh, and Lakshmi Narayan.

Cultural promotion: It fosters and encourages Bengali culture and tradition through organized activities.

Support for newcomers: The Dharmasram helps new immigrants with settlement in Canada, providing information on topics such as housing and education.

Publications: It publishes a souvenir during Durga Puja and a quarterly newsletter for members to share event information and articles.

Accessibility: The current location at 1160 Birchmount Road offers wheelchair-accessible amenities, including the entrance, parking, and restrooms.

Religious worship: The temple holds regular worship services and rituals, including Satya Narayan Puja.

Festival celebrations: Major Hindu festivals, such as Durga Puja, Kali Puja, and Saraswati Puja, are celebrated annually with great enthusiasm.

Social events: The organization arranges summer picnics and other social gatherings for the community.

Charitable activities: As a non-profit organization, the Dharmasram provides counseling and other community services.