PCA cordially invites you all to our Volunteers Appreciation for 2017-2019 and Eid Milan Get Together on Friday June 7, 2019, 6:00 PM at the PCA Cultural Centre. There’s countless hours that are put into PCA by our executives, volunteers and sponsors. To appreciate and thank them all from the years of 2017-2019, we are holding an event for them! Eid Milan get together will also be held during that time. Therefore, come down to the PCA Cultural Centre for a community get together! Complimentary Dinner/refreshments will also be served. Details are as follows: -Volunteers Appreciation for 2017-2019. If you have volunteered or sponsored PCA from 2017-2019, please email us … Continued

NED Alumni Association in collaboration with PCA Calgary held a Seminar on Engineering Workflow and Deliverable. Thank you to those who came down to the PCA Cultural Centre on May 25 at 11:00 AM to learn from many qualified speakers. A special thanks to Khurram Tauheed Bhai for taking the lead in this event.

Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Asif Ashfaq Sb. His beloved wife and mother in law have passed away in a very tragic incident. His father in law is currently in critical condition. Our deepest condolences go out to the entire family during this difficult time. Please click here to view an article from Calgary Herald.

Asalam-O-Alaikum All community members, I hope you are all doing well during this holy month of Ramadan. There have been many speculations regarding the PCA Election Memberships. Therefore, I will take a minute to clarify them all. PCA New Members We had nearly 2000 membership forms submitted by multiple different community members as of December 31, 2018 with an addition to some life members. PCA Executives have gone above and beyond our efforts to assure the election is held with ease and transparency for all the members. For the convenience of the members, the election will be held at a much bigger venue, Marlborough Community Centre. We are also pleased … Continued

PCA Calgary wishes you all Ramadan Mubarak! May this Ramadan bring you endless moments of joy and happiness.

Canadian Pakistani Support Group in collaboration with Pakistan Canada Association Calgary held our Annual Clothing Drive on Saturday, April 27 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The annual clothing drive was held at PCA Cultural Centre. Thank you to all for bringing clothes, shoes, handbags, toys and jewelry. Something you no longer need will be great help for someone else.

Nearly 300 precious lives were taken in an inhuman attack which took place in Sri Lanka. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by this barbaric attack. Please click here to view a article on this attack from CBC News.

Congratulations to all elected MLAs this Alberta election 2019. We are glad to have had such a massive voter turnout to voice their preferential government. We look forward to seeing a positive change and a unified community where we can all work together to make Alberta strong, prosperous, and inclusive. Great efforts by all individuals, and political parties who participated in this process to ensure that the correct democratic choices were made. We hope that the coming government stands by their promises and commitments based on their election manifestos. Furthermore, we need the government to be held accountable for their portrayals, and continue to support the inclusiveness and diversity which … Continued

A great event held by I Am Pakistan Movement Worldwide in regards to the Pakistan Dam Fund. Along with other Community Representatives, I was honoured to present the Ex Chief Justice of Pakistan, Saqib Nisar Sb a plaque awarded by the Organizers of Calgary Chapter. On behalf of PCA Calgary Executives, we are pleased to donate (personal donations) $5000 to this noble cause. An immense contribution from the community, and especially the I Am Pakistan team, this was a ground breaking event that will become an integral component of our Pakistani history. Our contributions to such a noble cause will have an everlasting impact on the future generations to come. … Continued

Respected PCA Calgary Members, As per responsibilities entrusted to the PCA current board, we had our meeting in March 2019 regarding the upcoming PCA election of 2019. On behalf of the PCA board, I am pleased to inform you that the Biennial Meeting (AGM) has been scheduled on June 30th, 2019 followed by the PCA Elections on July 20th, 2019. The details will be communicated to all PCA members through the upcoming newsletter. Thanks & Regards, Muhammad Azam Kahloo President Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (403) 803-9277 president@pcacalgary.ca

Great coverage of our Pakistan Day Event by Pakistan Post. Thank you Mustafa bhai for your community services to PCA over the years. Please click here to view the entire coverage.

Our Pakistan Day Event coverage by Shakeel bhai of Canadian Times. Thank you Shakeel bhai for your endless services to PCA over the years. Please see attached for further details of the coverage.

Great coverage by Weekly Canadian Express / Urdu & English Weekly of our Pakistan Day event. Thank you Shan bhai for your unmatchable community services over the years. Please see attached for further details of the coverage.

On March 23rd, 2019 PCA hosted a marvelous record event celebrating an integral component of our Pakistani history. With the event, we also concluded the 2018-2019 Urdu classes graduation for both the NE and NW wings. Truly, this has been one of the best events ever hosted with a massive crowd turnout demonstrating their patriotism towards this day. A well celebrated, and window crashing event, we had several different activities showcasing the talent of our youth, with several performances from our Urdu classes’ students. With prized games, and several winners we thoroughly enjoyed a little bit of education from our great game host Khurram Tauheed! Of course, the evening concluded … Continued

Thank you to RED FM 106.7, especially Sajjad Mirza Sb for hosting us today on your show. It was a pleasure and delight to speak with you regarding our event of Pakistan Day Celebration with Live Music Concert- March 23, 2019. Live Music Concert will be held by Mohsin Shaukat Ali, son of Shaukat Ali Khan. We hope to see you all on our event this Saturday!

Pakistan Day Celebration with Live Music Concert- March 23, 2019 Live Music Concert by Mohsin Shaukat Ali- Shaukat Ali Khan’s son. A special thanks to our sponsors for sponsoring event for our community. Please give business to those who support our community! Sponsors are as follows: Our Gold sponsor is Judit Sheikh of ReMax Realty. Our Silver Sponsors are: Zawar Cheema of ReMax Realty. Saeed Mohammad of Urban Realty. Ch Yaqoob Ahmad Chhenha & Kashif Zafar of Daawat Restaurant. Muhammad Hafeez Malik of Mega Pro Builders LTD. Salaman Zafar of Peace of Mind Roofing and Renovations. Our Media Team Arshad Chaudhry of Arshad Photography Calgary (Official Event Photographer). Ghulam Mustafa … Continued

A horrific attack targeting Muslims at two New Zealand Mosques which resulted in the passing of at least 49 people. Prayers and thoughts go out to those affected by this barbaric act. Please join us in this vigil for the victims of such an inhumane attack. Please click here for further information.

PCA cordially invites you all to our Pakistan Day celebration, on Saturday March 23rd, 2019 at Falconridge Community Centre. We will be having several different activities throughout the evening (see poster for additional information). Complimentary Biryani/refreshments will also be served. The Entry for the program is also complimentary! Doors will open at 5:00pm. We look forward to seeing you all at this festive occasion. We also invite all other associations from all diverse communities to come join us during this celebratory moment. Let us celebrate our amazing culture all together! Event official photographer: Arshad Chaudhry Sb from Arshad Photography Calgary Regards, Muhammad Azam Kahloo President- PCA Calgary 403-803-9277

We had a great meeting with the Prime Minister’s Special Advisor to Overseas Pakistanis, Honourable Zulfi Bukhari Sb regarding services for overseas Pakistanis. Special thanks to Honorable MNA Faiz Ullah Kamoka Sb for hosting this meeting discussing essential concerns that overseas Pakistanis have- especially those currently residing in Calgary. During our fruitful time, we discussed the importance of opening a Pakistani Consulate office in Calgary for the growing Pakistani population. Furthermore, we also discussed opening a direct PIA flight from Calgary to Pakistan easing the transit for traveling Pakistani Calgarians. Upon discussion of such matters, Mr. Bukhari promised to work diligently to honor our concerns and we thank him for … Continued

Let’s welcome the year which gives hope Let’s Welcome the year which gives happiness Let’s cherish the moments it beholds May the new year days be as bright as the sunshine and as calm as the moonlight. On Behalf of the Executives of the Pakistan Canada Association Calgary. Have a Great and promising Year Ahead. Happy New Year!

Today, let us take a moment and remember the APS- Peshawar attack which took many of our young innocent lives, and left the nation traumatized. Let us pray for the innocent lives and their families who were victims of this malicious tragedy. Lest we forget.

Respected PCA Members/ Pakistani Calgarians, On behalf of PCA Calgary, I would like to request and remind you all to renew your PCA annual memberships as well as register for new memberships. * PCA memberships are always open throughout the year for Pakistani Canadians living in Calgary and it’s surrounding areas * This reminder is only for membership renewals and registration for new members * PCA members who intend to vote for the PCA election 2019 are required to have their valid membership on or before December 31, 2018 under PCA bylaws. Therefore, I would like to request you (for renewals or new members) to submit your completed PCA memberships … Continued

A Tribute to Quaid -E-Azam, Muhammad Ali Jinnah (Founder of Pakistan) On behalf of Pakistan Canada Association Calgary, I am pleased to announce that PCA will organize an event “A Tribute to Quaid-E-Azam, Muhammad Ali Jinnah (Founder of Pakistan)” on Saturday December 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the PCA Cultural Centre. Mr. Fahad Amjad, acting Consul General of Pakistan Vancouver has graciously accepted our invitation as a Chief Guest in this Program. Consul General will also accept Power of Attorneys applications during this program. All community members are requested to please attend this event and also Meet & Greet with the Consul General to discuss community … Continued

PCA’s Highest honour is the Abdul Sattar Edhi Award. This award is awarded annually to those who have done remarkable community service to PCA Calgary, and around the globe. We would like to congratulate Dr. Naweed Syed the recipient of this honour for 2018. Dr. Naweed Syed is a renown scientist and his remarkable contributions around the globe are phenomenal.

PCA Calgary would like to congratulate newly appointed High Commissioner of Pakistan in Canada, HE Raza Bashir Tarar Sb. Please see a detailed report on him by Canada One TV below: Let’s meet Raza Bashir Tarar, newly appointed High Commissioner of Pakistan in Canada. He joined Foreign Service of Pakistan in 1987. Has held various diplomatic assignments in Pakistan Missions abroad: Manila (1992-1994), Brussels (1999-2002), Tokyo (2003-2004) and New York(UN) (2008-2013). He also served as Pakistan Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Deputy Representative to the UN Security Council. He has represented Pakistan international conferences and has also led Pakistan delegation He held different assignments in Islamabad as … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary in collaboration with MDI, ICNA and Calgary Seniors Muslim Advocacy Group organized a Seminar for Seniors and the entire community at large on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at PCA hall. PCA would like to thank all the participants, speakers and volunteers for attending this very important and informative Seminar.

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary in collaboration with MDI, ICNA and Calgary Seniors Muslim Advocacy Group will organize a Seminar for Seniors and the entire community at large on Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 2-4pm at PCA hall. PCA would like to request you all to attend this very important and informative Seminar. Refreshments will be served! Please see the poster attached for further details. If you have any questions or conerns, please contact the following: M. Azam Kahloon (PCA President) at 403 803 9277 or Ansar Qureshi (G.Secretary/ Treasurer) 403) 620-0952

A very thorough and great visit from the acting consul general of Pakistan Vancouver, Fahad Amjad Sahib on September 15, 2018 at Pakistan House ( PCA Hall) Calgary. With a large volume of Power of Attorney applications, visit visas, other information and an emphasis on the importance of Consulate office in Calgary, this was a very successful visit. A lot of community members came and got a huge benefit from this visit. During this visit, We requested the government of Pakistan through the Consul General to open this office in Calgary to aid for the volume of applications for currently residing Pakistani Calgarians./Albertans. On behalf of Pakistani Calgarians, I would … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association in collaboration with IANWC & Muslim Council of Calgary held their Annual Urdu Classes Registration for the Northwest Campus on September 9, 2018 at the North West Musallah. Many students came to register for the new semester. Classes will start on Sunday, September 16,2018. Registration is still open! Thank you to all the volunteers and the PCA Executives to make this possible. We are excited to start another year of Urdu Classes.

Pakistan Canada Association held their Annual Urdu Classes Registration for the Northeast Campus on September 9, 2018 at the PCA Hall. Many students came to register for the new semester. Classes will start on Sunday September 16, 2018. Registration is still open! Thank you to all the volunteers and the PCA Executives to make this possible. We are excited to start another year of Urdu Classes.

PCA URDU CLASSES REGISTRATION AND CLASSES SCHEDULE for the NorthWest Campus! Please see the poster attached for further information.

PCA URDU CLASSES REGISTRATION AND CLASSES SCHEDULE for the Northeast Campus! Please see the poster attached for further information.

Consul General of Pakistan in Vancouver’s Visit to Calgary Date: September 15,2018 (Saturday) Time: 10:00AM – 4PM Venue: PCA Hall 507 – 4656 Westwinds Dr. NE Calgary It is our pleasure to be hosting a consulate camp for “Power of Attorneys applications” on September 15, 2018 from 10:00am-4:00pm at the PCA Hall with Respectable acting Consul General Mr.Fahad Amjad. All the community members who would like to get advantage of this visit are informed to come to the PCA Hall as per time & date mentioned above. Regards, Muhammad Azam Kahloo President- PCA Calgary (403)803 -9277 Please See details below for documentation’s on the applications processes. ……………………………………………………………… The requirements for … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association had the honour to represent Pakistan at the Muslim Heritage Day today at Olympic Plaza in Downtown Calgary. With over 1000 people from the Calgary community visiting the booth, they were warmly greeted with Pakistani Cultural and hospitality and were also gifted with a free Samosa and a DVD with a few Pakistani documentaries. PCA would like to thank ICNA and its Volunteers for a well planned and executed event.

On August 12, 2018, PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary celebrated our 71st Pakistan Independence Day at the Polish Cultural Centre. It was a historic event whilst we witnessed nearly 1200 attendees. We are grateful to have the entire community unified alongside us. Globally well known Dr. Naweed Syed was awarded the Eidihi Award by PCA Calgary for his extraordinary services not only to our community but to everyone around the globe. Many hours were invested in this event by our volunteers, executives and sponsors. Due to their comprehensive efforts, we were able to create history! Thank you to the entire community at large’s support. A great hand goes to our … Continued

A great tapeball tournament was held by PCA in collaboration with CSL. Thank you to all the participants, teams, sponsors, volunteers and a huge round of applause to our Sports Director Wasim Sadiq Sb. Although one team came out with the trophy we would like to congratulate all the participants as this was a win for cricket!

A historic day for Pakistani Albertans. Pakistan Heritage Month was declared by the Government of Alberta. This was possible due to the extensive efforts of PCA, PCCA, PCAE, Honourable Minister Irfan Sabir and Honourable Premier Rachel Notley. We are truly thankful for representing the Pakistani Heritage and Culture across the province. Over the past few months we have been working diligently to ensure this was possible and we are grateful to reach this milestone. A special thanks to the key volunteers of Asjad Bukhari, Salman Naseer, Emn Shan,Ghulam Mustafa,Abid Khan,Muhammad Hafeez Malik. Lastly, thank you to Ahmer Nadeem Memon for conceiving this idea and presenting it to me. Congratulations to … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary in collaboration with CSL will be holding our 3rd Annual Tape Ball Cricket Tournament on August 11, 2018 at Prairie Winds Park NE Calgary. Complimentary lunch will be provided for the participants! We hope to see you all there! For further information, please contact Wasim Sadiq at (403) 923-1994 Regards, Muhammad Azam Kahloo President- PCA Calgary 403-803-9277

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary would like to thank all Seniors who had attended our Seniors Day Event to Lake Minnewanka in Banff on July 29th, 2018. This Fun Event was filled with Food, music, sports, fantastic scenery of the mountains and the lake, and lastly great company. This event is the first of many so please stay tuned to future announcements from the PCA. Have a look at some of the great long lasting memories below.

PCA Calgary in collaboration with Maple TV hosted an exceptional Mushaira ” Tribute to Mushtaq Ahmed Yousafi ” on July 22, 2018 at PCA Cultural Center with a large number of audience whom enjoyed refreshing Urdu poetry. PCA & Maple TV would like to thank you all for coming and enjoying the beautiful evening with notable Poets and distinguished guests. Special thanks to our chief guest Dr. Naweed Syed, Syed Iqbal Haider(sadr-e_mushaira), Shaista Rizvi(host) and Parveen Sultana Saba(co host) and our local very talented poets for presenting their great poetry. Thank you PCA & Maple TV executives and volunteers, our media volunteering partners for your great coverage, and for your … Continued

PCA Calgary would like to invite Pakistani children (ages 8-15) to participate in our annual Pakistan Independence Day event. We highly encourage all children to participate in this joyous event. Children will earn an opportunity to learn more about their cultural origins in a firsthand experience. If you would like to register your child for this year’s August 12, 2018 performances, please follow the information in the link below to complete the registration please click here

PCA Calgary presents you Seniors Day Trip! The event will be held on July 29, 2018 and we will be taking our seniors in a bus as a community trip! Please register with one of our executives. We will be going to Lake Minnewanka and Banff National Park. We will also be having a BBQ, Tea and a lot more entertainment. Please see the poster attached for further information or contact any of the PCA Executives!

PCA cordially invites you all to a collaborated event held by PCA Calgary and Maple TV in regards to Mehfil-E-Mushaira. This event will be held on July 22, 2018 at the PCA Cultural Centre. The event will start at 2:00 PM which will feature renown Pakistani Pride Dr. Naweed Syed. Complimentary dinner/refreshments will also be served.

PCA cordially invites you all to our Pakistan Independece Day celebrations, on August 12th! We will be having several different activities throughout the evening (see poster for additional information). Complimentary dinner/refreshments will also be served. Doors open at 5:30pm. Entry for the program is absolutely free! We are welcoming any sponsorships, and we will appreciate your contribution. Please feel free to contact any of the PCA executives. We look forward to seeing you all at this amazing event. We also invite all other associations from all diverse communities to come join us during this celebratory moment. Let us celebrate our amazing culture all together!

Tremendous Canada Day Parade in Airdrie today! Thank you to all the PCA Executives and PCA Cultural Committee to make this possible. A special thanks to Ahmer Nadeem Memon Bhai & Family, Imtiaz S Gondal Bhai, Sajjad Ch Sb and all the volunteers for their extensive efforts throughout. Please see the pictures below.

As you may be aware PCA Calgary, PCCA and PCA Edmonton sent a request to the Honorable Minister Irfan Sabir for Recognizing the Month of August as “Pakistani Heritage Month” in Alberta on June 3, 2018. He has graciously agreed and he’s currently working on this subject with the involvement of all community members throughout Alberta to make this happen. For this petition we need to have signatures from at least 5000 people. Therefore, I would request you all to please fill out the petition and drop it to us or we can pick it up from you! For further information please contact Muhammad Azam Kahloo, Asjad Bukhari or Shan … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association held our Annual General Meeting on Saturday June 23, 2018. Thank you to everyone for coming out and taking part in bettering PCA.

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating around the globe! May your homes and hearts be filled with joyful spirits of Eid.

Clean & Green Northeast! May 13, 2018 On Sunday May 13, 2018 Six Different organizations including PCA Calgary collaborated to assure the streets of NE Calgary were clean. We would like to thank you all for coming out and assisting us in making our community cleaner! “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” ―Mohammed Ali

Annual Clothing Drive! Saturday May 12, 2018 On Saturday May 12, 2018 Canadian Pakistani Support Group (CPSG) in collaboration with Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) held their 4th annual clothing drive. Many donors came out to donate quality clothing, jewellery, handbags etc. We would like to thank the donors, volunteers, PCA executives, and CPSG in assuring we played our part to better those who are in need.

Clean & Green Northeast! May 13, 2018 Presented to you Al Madinah Calgary Islamic Assembly, Pakistan Canada Association Calgary, Pashtun Council Canada, AFCA, Love & Humanity, and Hope for Wings Date: May 13, 2018 Time: 12:00 PM Location: 4616 – 80 Ave NE Calgary Alberta View this event at http://pcacalgary.ca/clean-green-northeast-may-13-2018/ or www.facebook.com/PCACalgary/ Event Details On Sunday May 13, 2018 Six different organizations including PCA Calgary are collaborating to assure the streets of NE Calgary are clean. We would like to invite you all to come out and assist us! “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” ―Mohammed Ali For further details please contact Muhammad Azam Kahloo at 403-803-9277.  

Annual Clothing Drive! May 12, 2018 Presented to you by Canadian Pakistani Support Group (CPSG) in collaboration with Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) Date: May 12, 2018 Time: 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM Location: Pakistan Cultural Centre 507 – 4656 Westwinds Drive NE, Calgary, AB T3J 3Z5 View this event at http://pcacalgary.ca/annual-clothing-drive-may-12-2018/ or www.facebook.com/PCACalgary/ Event Details On May 12, 2018 Canadian Pakistani Support Group (CPSG) in collaboration with Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) will be holding their 4th annual clothing drive. It is our duty to play our part in assisting those who are in need. We are sure those in need will benefit from the donations much more than our closet! Please … Continued

On April 22, 2018 PCA Edmonton held their elections! It was great to see the community at large involved in this election. On behalf of PCA Calgary I would like to congratulate the entire community in Edmonton for democratically electing the new Team United board. Collectively, great work from all candidates, volunteers, and community members for their extensive participation and cohesive efforts in ensuring unity whilst allowing progressive enhancement of the community. Indeed with unity, together we can prevail. Congratulations to a well deserved win Team United! Also, please click here to view the media release by Pakistan Post West or see below! PCACکے صدر کا PCAEکے نومنتخب صدر سلمان … Continued

A very successful event in Calgary of the Shahid Afridi Tour in Canada. It is our duty to give back to the community, and the great attendance on April 27, 2018 was proof of that! The event was held by Shahid Afridi Foundation and Islamic Relief Canada in collaboration with PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary at the Magnolia Banquet Hall. On behalf of PCA Calgary I would like to thank: Islamic Relief Canada, Shahid Afridi Foundation, supporting organizations~PCCA and CPSG, media personnels, volunteers, participants, donors, PCA executives and Youth Affairs Committee, official photographer of the event: Arshad Chaudhry Sb of Arshad Photography Calgary, Nadeem Tufail Sb of 92 News TV, … Continued

Crimes against humanity are growing on a daily basis. Such unfortunate instances should be strongly condemed regardless of your location around the globe. Asifa Bano, an 8 year old was abducted, raped and brutally murdered in Jammu Kashmir. To condemn this gruesome act, PCA and PCCA in partnership with Progressive Cultural Association Calgary (Bhajan Gill) and Sikh Virsa International (Harcharan S Parhar) held a vigil and rose our voice against the culprits so that justice can be served. This event was held on April 14, 2018 at the PCA Cultural Centre. This vigil was held behind many volunteers in a short period of time. Notable mentions and a special thank … Continued

Many of Calgary’s organizations had a get-together to work in favor of our future growth. We discussed the strengths of our communities, areas of improvements and how to move forward. A special thanks to all organizations to make this event possible. This is a great step forward and we are sure we can work together in the interest of the community. To view event pictures, please click here

An amazing and very successful event of Pakistan Resolution Day! Although we didn’t intend to have a huge event and that’s why we held it at the PCA Cultural Centre, but the turnout was amazing to the point we didn’t have enough space in the hall! We apologize for that and we will book a better venue for future occasions. Thank you to the entire Community to come out and celebrate with us on this festive occasion! We would like to thank our volunteers, sponsors, photographers, organizers, Urdu Class teachers, volunteers, coordinators and executives to make this event possible. Our sponsors and photographers play a great role in every event, … Continued

An amazing feeling to see Cricket back in Karachi for the 2018 PSL final. It was played live at the PCA Cultural Centre today. Thank you everyone for coming out. A special thanks to all PCA Executives especially Wasim Sadiq, Ansar Qureshi, Tariq Khan, Shahida Pervez, Isra Tanweer And Ghulam Mustafa bhai to make this event possible. Lastly, Honourable Minister Irfan Sabir came out despite being a Sunday and his last day of the week to take time off work. Thank you! To view event pictures, please click here.

Our busy weekend continues with our Yaum E Pakistan Day Gift of FREE Taxation Event coming to an end today. Many community members came to get their taxes filed for free! We have always believed in giving back to the community and that’s exactly what we have done today. First and foremost, thank you to Rauf Kadri bhai from RK International INC for filing free taxes for our community. Secondly, his team and PCA Executives for coordinating a well organized event. Please contact Rauf Kadri Bhai, a professional Chartered Accountant for all your accounting needs! To view the event pictures, please click here.

PSL LIVE SCREENING! Bring your family and friends to watch the PSL Final! Presented to you by Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) in collaboration with Pakistan Student’s Society (PSS) Date: March 25, 2017 Time: 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM Location: Pakistan Cultural Centre 507 – 4656 Westwinds Drive NE, Calgary, AB T3J 3Z5 Event Details On March 25 2018 Pakistan Canada Association Calgary (PCA) in collaboration with Pakistan Students Society will be live streaming the Final of Pakistan Super League (PSL)! Wearing the jerseys of your favourite PSL team is highly recommended! All cricket fanatics are welcomed. We hope to see you all at the PCA Cultural Centre to enjoy a … Continued

  Shahid Afridi in Calgary · Hope for Pakistan Fundraising Tour Presented to you by Shahid Afridi Foundation and Islamic Relief Canada in Partnership with Pakistan Canada Association Calgary (PCA) and CPSG. Date: April 27, 2018 Time: 6:30 PM Location: The Magnolia Banquet Hall Tickets starting at only $40! Event Details On April 27, 2018 Shahid Afridi Foundation and Islamic Relief Canada in Partnership with Pakistan Canada Association Calgary (PCA) and CPSG will be hosting the iconic cricketer-former Pakistan cricket team captain, and renowned philanthropist: Shahid Afridi in Calgary! An excellent way to share and give back to the community, we are grateful to share this opportunity near the holy … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association in collaboration with MD International and Calgary Muslim’s Advocacy group held our monthly seniors event on February 25, 2018. This event was in regards to advanced care planning, seniors housing, independent living, assisted living, nursing home, secured or lock unit and elder abuse. Such events are essential for the betterment of our seniors and require numerous hours of planning and volunteer work. We would like to thank Dr. Hassam Bawa, Dr. Mukarram Zaidi, Dr. Sakina Raj, Dr. Imrana Riaz, Dr. Tariq Awan for their informative presentations. As well, we would also like to thank PCA Seniors Committee, PCA Executives, PCA Volunteers, Abutalib Dandia, Dr. Zahid Rafiq, Jamshaid … Continued

PCA Calgary will be starting another monthly event! Event: Let’s Discuss our Deen Speaker: Sheikh Umar Farooq Presented to you by PCA Calgary in collaboration with ICNA Calgary Chapter Date: Sunday February 25, 2018 Time: 6:15 PM Venue: PCA Cultural Centre 507-4656 Westwinds Drive NE, Calgary, AB T3J3Z5 Our future relies within our upcoming generations. Therefore, It is essential to educate them for our betterment. This Event will be mainly targeting our youths and parents. Please bring your family and friends for a fruitful lecture on our deen by Sheikh Umar Farooq. For more information, please see the poster below.

On December 30, 2017, PCA Calgary Announced the formation of Committees for the year of 2017-2019. The purpose of the committees is to assist PCA Executives and act as the advisory board for PCA Calgary through the means of the interest for the Pakistani community in Calgary and surrounding areas. After Consulting with ALL PCA Executives and PCA Committee members, we have finalized and issued the list of committees. Please see attached below the list of all committees with their respective members along with their roles and responsibilities. Thank you for your time and effort. It is greatly appreciated. PCA Calgary has some very exciting upcoming plans which we will … Continued

  Yaum-E-Pakistan Gift- FREE TAX RETURN for 2017 Presented to you by Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) in collaboration with Rauf B. Kadri, Chartered Accountant, RK International INC. Date: March 24, 2018 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00PM Location: Pakistan Cultural Centre 507 – 4656 Westwinds Drive NE, Calgary, AB T3J 3Z5 View this event at http://www.pcacalgary.ca/yaum-e-pakistan-day-gift-free-tax-return-on-march-24-2018/ or www.facebook.com/PCACalgary/ Event Details On March 24, 2018 Pakistan Canada Association Calgary (PCA) in collaboration with Rauf B. Kadri, Chartered Accountant, RK International INC. will be giving back to the community by celebrating Youm-E-Pakistan Day through the means of Free Taxation for the year of 2017 by Rauf B. Kadri, a very well-known and experienced Chartered Accountant. … Continued

Pakistan Resolution Day Presented to you by Pakistan Canada Association, Calgary (PCA) Date: March 23, 2018 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pakistan Cultural Centre 507 – 4656 Westwinds Drive NE, Calgary, AB T3J 3Z5 FREE OF COST! COMPLIMENTARY DINNER! View this event at http://pcacalgary.ca/join-us-in-our-pakistan-resolution-day-celebration or www.facebook.com/PCACalgary/ Event Details On March 23, 2018 Pakistan Canada Association Calgary (PCA) is celebrating Pakistan Resolution Day with you! Many dignitaries will be joining us to celebrate this festive occasion. There’s never an occasion you can start without our National Anthems and national songs to pay tribute to our beautiful countries Pakistan and Canada. Over the years, our children have been working hard to portray the Pakistani culture through the means … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary will be holding our monthly Seniors Event on Sunday February 25, 2018 at the PCA Cultural Centre. The event will start at 2:00 PM. We hold these events monthly for seniors care and development. Please see the poster below for more details. We hope to see you all there! Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca

Pakistan Canada Association’s Urdu Classes are looking amazing in our Northwest Campus as well with our class expanding. PCA would like to thank all the volunteers, children and the Northwest Musallah team to make this possible. A special thanks to Mrs. Naila Fahim, Mrs. Naheed Akram, Mrs. Najma Maan, Mrs. Shazia Amir, Mrs. Rabiya Qasim, Mrs. Shahnaz Munir, Coordinator Maham Abdullah, Habib Abdullah Sahib and Dr. Abdul Rehman Sahib. They are all an asset to PCA and without them this wouldn’t have been possible. Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view the event pictures, please click here.

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary would like to thank all the attendees of a successful event focusing on the benefits for seniors which was organized and hosted by Pakistan Canada Association (PCA) in Collaboration with MD International and Calgary Senior Muslims Advocacy Group. PCA is always striving to bring useful information to the community on topics of relevance and need. Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view the event pictures, please click here.

PCA Calgary held a vigil for the innocent victim and daughter of Pakistan, Zainab Ansari. Zainab was 7 years old, brutally abused and murdered in Kasur, Pakistan. PCA Calgary and our entire community condemn such horrific actions and request the government of Pakistan to take quick action and punish the culprits immediately. Our children are our future and we need to ensure that they are protected. A special thank you to everyone for showing up today to condemn this inhuman act. Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view the event pictures, please click here.

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary has been actively working with CPS Calgary to promote diversity among various communities for the past couple of years and will continue to do so. Special thanks to CPS/ Constable Jerry Shannon for organizing such events. Thanks to PCA’s Executives team for attending and working with the CPS & diverse communities. Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view the event pictures, please click here.

On behalf of Pakistan Canada Association, I would like to thank all the Pakistani Calgarians who showed up to attend the event despite the severe weather (Around -36C). Thank you to all the volunteers and PCA executive team for their great efforts and contributions today. Thank you to all the media for coming and covering the event. Thanks to Shaan Ali Bhai (Express News) for covering the event. A special thanks to Ghulam Mustafa Bhai (Pakistan Post) for covering this event live. PCA and the entire community appreciates your dedication and hard work. Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association in collaboration with Islamic Association of North West Calgary (IANWC) is starting Urdu Classes at NW Islamic Centre (NW Musallah) for the convenience of Pakistani Canadians living in the NW community and surrounding area. The NW Musallah is located at 7750 Ranchview Drive. Registration will take place on Sunday, December 17 at Youth Centre, next door to Musallah. Please bring your children for registration. This is for the betterment of our future generations to come! For more information, please see attached below. *Also, please note the NE Classes at the PCA Hall will continue.* Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 … Continued

PCA Executives attended the Eid-Ul-Adha event at the Legislative Assembly in which Honourable Minister Irfan Sabir invited us. Dr. Rafat Choudhry, Shahida Pervez, Bushra Ihtisham and Pervez Bhai took part on behalf of PCA. Thank you Honourable Minister Irfan Sabir and Roop Rai for your invitation and a very well coordinated event! Thanks and Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President PCA- Pakistan Canada Association Calgary 403-803 9277 president@pcacalgary.ca To view the event pictures, please click here.

CPSG has organized Quran Tafseer and Arabic Language Classes(for girls) in collaboration with PCA Calgary at Pakistan House in North East Calgary. For further information/registration, please see the attached poster and contact program organizer/coordinator: Aneela Azeem  403-708-3775  

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary will be holding Urdu Classes every Sunday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM to promote our language & culture among our children. Living in a foreign country it is important our children must learn to read and write our Mother Language. We invite and request all parents to register your children for this semester. Please come by and join us at the PCA Hall for registration. This will be the fifth year of continuous Urdu classes. *URDU CLASS NE CAMPUS COMMITTEE* Habib Abdullah- Chairman Shahida Pervez -Vice Chairman Bushra Ihtisham-Teachers Coordinator & Sr. Teacher Zafreen Israr- Sr. Teacher Tehreem Israr- Teacher Student Volunteers & Coordinators- Rameen … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association Calgary organized a 2nd Tape Ball Cricket Tournament on August 26, 2017 at Rotary Park NE Calgary. A large number of people attended this event and enjoyed the game of cricket. Thanks to the participating teams, volunteers, sponsors, PCA executives, participants, and Honorable Minister Irfan Sabir. Appreciate the great efforts of Wasim Sadiq, PCA sports Director for doing the wonderful work. Congratulations to the whole PCA team and the community. Regards, M. Azam Kahloo President- PCA Calgary To view the event pictures, please click here.

PCA-Calgary had the pleasure of hosting a delightful and successful Pakistan Independence Day Event, celebrating 70 years of the existence of our beautiful nation. An evening filled with several different performances ranging from live music, comedy, to children’s performances. A taste of Pakistani culture, and a celebration of the different aspects of our cultures well represented throughout the performances in the evening. A well attended event by several Pakistani Calgarians, whom enjoyed it thoroughly. Special guests included, honourable dignitaries: Mayor Naheed Nenshi, Minister Irfan Sabir, Jason Kenny UCP Leader , Prab Gill MLA, PrasaD Panda MLA, Inspector Scott Boyed CPS, Inspector Jerry Shannon CPS, Anam Kazim MLA, Umair Khan, and … Continued

CONGRATULATIONS PCA CALGARY   PCA Calgary held their Elections in July 2017. We went through a process which has created unity amongst us. Our love and respect for each other has increased. It was beautiful to see everyone together mingling at the end of the election after the results. Thank you Arshad Mahmood Sahib, Waqar Manzoor Sahib and Qaisar Khan Sahib for bringing the better out of our community by taking part in the elections. PCA Calgary’s new executives took their Oath. PCA will now seek advice along with guidance to insure we all better the community. Once again, a special congratulations to everyone and this victory is a victory for … Continued

CONGRATULATIONS PCA CALGARY Thank you everyone for coming out today and casting your vote. Today we showed every single one of YOUR vote matters. Today’s victory is dedicated to PCA. We went through a process which has created unity amongst us. Our love and respect for each other has increased. It was beautiful to see everyone together mingling at the end of the election after the results. Thank you Arshad Mahmood Sahib, Waqar Manzoor Sahib and Qaisar Khan Sahib for bringing the better out of our community by taking part in this election. PCA will now seek advice along with guidance to insure we all better the community. Once again, … Continued

Pakistan Canada Association held an inauguration in regards to the 10 acres of Land we purchased to build a new Pakistan House and Complex. This land is located at Country Hills and 100 ST NE. His Excellency Tariq Azim Khan, High Commissioner of Pakistan in Canada, Dr. Muhammad Tariq Counsel General of Pakistan in Vancouver and Minister Irfan Sabir were present. We had an amazing day while celebrating this milestone. We are thankful to our Volunteers, Community Leaders, Donors, Members, Fundraising Committee, Land Project Committee and PCA Executives to make this historic achievement possible. To see the Pictures, please click here.

In collaboration with MD International and Calgary Senior Muslims Advocacy Group, is hosting a presentation on How To Get Ready For Old Age With Dr. Hussam Bawa Please come join us 2:00 PM on Sunday January 21, 2018 at the PCA Hall located at 4656 Westwinds Dr NE, Calgary AB T4J 3Z5 Click Here For More Details