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Hindu Heritage Month
November is Hindu Heritage Month, honouring the invaluable contributions of Hindu communitries across Canada and across the world. There are over a billion Hindus worldwide with Hinduism being the world's third most practiced religion, embodying a profound philosophy rooted in respect for all living things.
In Canada, Hindus have been an integral part of Canadian society since 1903. Over the past 120 years, Hindu communities have flourished and grown immensely. They've become increasingly active and prolific, leaving their mark on a number of aspects of Canadian society, from medicine and cutting-edge technology to the arts and thriving businesses.
This month is an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions that that Hindu communities across the country have made to our social fabric.