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October 18, 2013

Editorial Hello, MyBindi fans on the West Coast!
 
 Greetings from NYC.   Like they say, Carpe Diem or Seize the Moment.  In this case, I found an excellent fare thanks to Nanak Flights and so I seized it! They promise the lowest airfares in Canada and worldwide.  Check them out here and plan your next getaway! 
 
If I wasn't in NYC, I'd be in beautiful British Columbia to support the 5th Annual "A Night of Miracles" Gala, this Sunday, celebrating South Asian culture and philanthropy for BC Children's Hospital. 
 
There's a lot going on in BC this month from art exhibits, bollywood concerts and even a Diwali ball.  This is also the month when Vancouver plays host to the International South Asian Film Festival!  See details below. 
 

   

As always, if there's an event or an initiative in Vancouver that you'd like us to promote on MyBindi West - please send me an email.

  

Best Regards, 

Syerah
Editor-in-Chief
syerah@mybindi.com

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TATA Tea Now Available in Canada!
TATA Tea

Shahrukh Khan's favorite tea has arrived in Canada!  India's #1 Tea is now available in Canada from coast to coast.

You can brew Tata's bold malty flavor at home for an authentic taste of India. Welcome India's #1 tea by helping us brew some magic in Canada. Tata Tea, now available at major retailers.

SUPER STAR KI PASAND - TATA TEA.
AB CANADA KI PASAND BHI!

 

Raising a dowry for Dowry
Dowry

If you had to pay a man to marry you, would you?

 

Feature Film, Dowry:

 

A fight over one dowry divides two sisters from an underprivileged, South Asian family.

 

The thought-provoking comments, the intrigued listeners and the excitement!  All before we even have a final cut!  Your next step is to take your anticipation of seeing this movie, to the kickstarter campaign!

 

If we don't raise our full amount of $19,000 we won't get any of the funds. Get this film from post production to coming soon! 

 

Click HERE to check out the great incentives for supporting the Kickstarter campaign - Raising a dowry for Dowry. 

 

Click  HERE for more information.

Click HERE to help Kickstart this feature film.

 

This initiative is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.

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5th Annual A Night of Miracles Gala
A Night of Miracles Gala 2013

A Night of Miracles is an annual, black-tie gala celebrating South Asian culture and generosity for improving child health in BC.

Each year, several hundred guests are treated to an evening of fantastic food, entertainment, socializing and, most importantly, fundraising. Help raise money to support the construction of an interventional radiology room in the new BC Children's Hospital.

Evening menu courtesy of Chef Frank Gort, Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel and Chef Vikram Vij of Vij's and Vij's Rangoli Restaurant.

For more than 15 years, the South Asian community has been safeguarding the health of the province's children through its support for BC Children's Hospital. Members of this community raise funds for capital campaign initiatives and annual needs at the hospital through individual and corporate gifts.

When: Saturday, October 19, 2013
Where: Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Tickets: For table or single tickets, please contact Tanya Linau at 604.875.2345 ext. 4643.

Click HERE for more information.

This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.
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Hajra Waheed | Minutes from a Second Story at Centre A
Minutes from a Second Story

Centre A is delighted to present "Minutes from a Second Story", a solo exhibition by Montreal-based artist Hajra Waheed.

Waheed grew up in Saudi Arabia, within the gated headquarters of Saudi ARAMCO - an environment with strict restrictions on the use of photography and film, leaving limited documentation of this place and its history.

"Minutes from a Second Story" is a comprehensive body of work that includes video and mixed media works on paper that reflect upon Waheed's experiences of growing up in the Gulf region. Recollecting the memories and geographies of her childhood in ways that are part autobiographical, part imagined or partially remembered, Waheed reflects on the mood and experiences of the everyday.

When: On NOW until November 2, 2013
Where: Centre A | Vancouver
Time: 7pm
Tickets: the exhibit is FREE to the public

Click HERE for more information.

This event is proudly sponsored by MyBindi.com.

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Lowest Airfares from Nanak Flights
Nanak Flights

Nanak Flights has now launched a new online flights booking engine at NanakFlights.com where you can find the lowest price on airfares in Canada and worldwide.

Nanak Flights offers unbeatable prices to India and all destinations in the world.

In addition to unbeatable prices and our price drop guarantee that grants you up to $100 credit if the cost of your ticket drops after you purchase it from us, members of mybindi.com will also receive a $10 gas card reward for every ticket booked on the site.

The $10 gas card promotion is exclusive to mybindi members only. Please send an email after the booking is done with a promo code MyBindi10
 
Nanak Flights' excellent customer service will inform you regarding any change in your flight schedule or gate changes in a timely fashion.

  

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Epik's 10 Year Anniversary
Epik 10 Years MBW

Come join us for Epik's 10 year anniversary. This will be the second to last party ever at this venue with the final one being on Halloween Saturday October 26, 2013 then it's going under major renovations! Grab your tickets now for both events!

Throwback vibe, throwback music and throwback party!

When: Saturday October 19, 2013
Where: Empire Night Club, 66 Water Street, Gastown
Tickets: $15 pre-sale, $20 VIP

VIP Bottle Service: 778.882.6390 | 604.505.7849 or EMAIL us.

Click HERE for more information.

This event is proudly supported by MyBindi.com.
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Tribute to Kishore Kumar at River Rock!
Do Kishore MBW
Kamal's Video Palace presents a tribute to India's greatest entertainer Kishore Kumar, by his sons Amit & Sumeet Kumar, for an evening of fun, music and dancing!

Actor, Director and Music Director, Amit Kumar is the son of legendary Indian singer Kishore Kumar. Like his father, Amit loved singing from childhood. He has sung many Bollywood and regional film songs since the 1970s and was more actively singing in Indian films from 1970 to 1994. Nominated by Filmfare for such classic songs as "Yeh Zameen Gaa Rahi Hai", "Ek Do Teen", "Tirchhi Topiwale" and "Kaisa Lagta Hai" and winning the Filmfare in 1981 for "Yaad Aa Rahi Hai" from the film "Love Story", there is no wonder why, Amit Kumar was known to be the second most preferred male playback singer in Hindi films with his father Kishore Kumar being the first choice to sing.

Don't miss Amit Kumar along with his younger brother Sumeet Kumar as they bring Kishore Kumar's classic songs to life for one night only at the River Rock Casino Resort.

When: Sunday, October 20, 2013
Time: 6.30pm
Where: River Rock Casino Resort
Tickets: $35 - $65 & VIP

Click HERE for more information. Click HERE to purchase tickets.

This event is proudly supported by MyBindi.com.
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Vancouver South Asian Film Festival 2013
Visaff 2013

VISAFF is Vancouver's premier International South Asian Film Festival founded by Agam Darshi and Patricia Isaac.

Its purpose and vision is to bridge the gap between South Asian talent and mainstream audiences.

VISAFF is instrumental in breaking the South Asian stereotype, and expanding North American views on the artists within the culture beyond Bollywood. This festival is committed to serving as a launching pad for integration through celebration and education.

When: 25 - 27 October, 2013
Where: SFU Woodwards, 149 W Hastings St, Vancouver

Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Click HERE for more information.

This event is proudly supported by MyBindi.com.
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Dazzling Diwali Ball 2013
Dazzling Diwali 2013

Diwali is the festival of lights to celebrate the victory of Good over Evil.

So come friends let's party and have fun.
Come one, come all.
It is Diwali, come and enthrall.
Dress your best.
We will take care of the rest.

Mouthwatering food, luxury raffle prizes, program and Bollywood dancing!

When: Saturday, October 26, 2013
Where: India Banquet Hall, 201-13030 76 Ave, Surrey
Tickets: Adults - $35, Children (5 - 12) $20

Click HERE for more information.

This event is proudly supported by MyBindi.com.
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In This Bulletin
TATA Tea Now Available in Canada!
Raising a dowry for Dowry
5th Annual A Night of Miracles Gala
Hajra Waheed | Minutes from a Second Story at Centre A
Lowest Airfares from Nanak Flights
Epik's 10 Year Anniversary
Tribute to Kishore Kumar at River Rock!
Vancouver South Asian Film Festival 2013
Dazzling Diwali Ball 2013
Featured Article: Western Union teams up with World Vision Canada on #sendforbetter Campaign

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Salimah My Body My Temple
 

I answered the phone one morning last December. The voice on the other side said, "Can you help me please angel? I'm dying and I know nothing at all about filling out paperwork for that."   

There was something about his voice that was loving and sincere and calm. He had the voice of a teacher, a friend, someone you would miss when they were gone. Over the next 9 months John and I had a number of phone calls. After each conversation, I would sit for moment and reflect.

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Canada's premiere magazine for fun, fearless, fabulous South Asian women! FUSIA 2013 online now at mag.fusia.ca & Fashion File by FUSIA available at Chapters-Indigo nationwide.

On October 14th your festive FUSIA Fall edition hits Chapters-Indigo stores across Canada packed with fun, fearless, and fabulous content you've come to expect.

 

FUSIA's got you covered with their entertainment, relationship and fitness & health sections. And of course reader's faves like For 'F' Sake and Flings 'n Sweet Things.
It's everything you need and everything you didn't know you needed, to feed your mind and your soul.  

 

Click  HERE to read more.

Wellness Shamira
Since quinoa has become the new hero when it comes to a wholesome grain with the benefits of fibre and protein, I had to share this amazing recipe that a friend of mine (Thanks Sharifa!) gave me as a toddler breakfast option! They are a hit both with my son and myself and my husband! Its a simple, easy to make recipe and I am certain everyone will enjoy them! They are a great to-go breakfast option for everyone!
 

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Geeta Kitchen Newsletter

Masala chai is a flavored tea beverage made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic Indian spices and herbs.

The ancient medicinal ingredient in chai is 'sattvic', which acts as a revitalizing agent that helps to sooth the mind & soul. There are also several other ingredients in this classic tea that not only add warmth but also serve as remedies to cure indigestion and breathing & blood circulation issues.

 

Click HERE to read more.
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Western Union #sendforbetter campaign

Western Union announced its #sendforbetter holiday campaign supporting World Vision Canada initiatives that help end child poverty in Canada and improve education programs in global communities.

Western Union will donate funds on their customers' behalf for qualifying texts and/or Instagram posts relating to the campaign. "We're very pleased to be working with World Vision Canada to help children in poverty around the world and in our own backyards," says Don DeLair, vice president and general manager, Canada, Western Union. "Every day we see the incredible generosity of our customers, sending money to loved ones back home; their participation in this campaign, through a simple text or post, will improve kids' learning and well-being, helping them succeed in school and in life."

Anyone sending money from Canada through participating Western UnionŽ Agent locations can participate in #sendforbetter between Oct. 15 and Dec. 31, 2013 (inclusive). Customers are encouraged to:
  • text "WU" and the last four digits of their transaction receipt's money transfer control number (MTCN) to 88898, OR
  • post a photo inspired by "What makes the world better" and tag the photo with #sendforbetter on Instagram
Western Union will donate CAD$1 to World Vision Canada for every qualifying consumer-to-consumer Western Union Money TransferŽ transaction and associated text or post sent during the promotional period, up to a maximum of CAD$25,000.

"A single dollar can go a long way and when many are added up, it can make a huge difference," says Dave Toycen, President & CEO of World Vision Canada. "The money raised from the #sendforbetter campaign with Western Union will go to providing children with access to critical resources such as clean water, nutritious food, and education."

This initiative is part of the Western Union Education for Better initiative, a three-year commitment to grow young minds and help meet global education goals.

About Western Union

The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) is a leader in global payment services. Together with its Vigo, Orlandi Valuta, Pago Facil and Western Union Business Solutions branded payment services, Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world, to send payments and to purchase money orders.  


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