Vanik Samaj of Toronto

Our History

Vanik Samaj of Toronto (VST) is a large community-based, not for profit organization in Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and was founded in 1984 with the efforts of our beloved community leaders.
Since Inception, our organization has grown from strength to strength and has experienced tremendous growth over the time in its memberships. It’s all possible due to the vision of our leaders and their hard work, dedication, strong leadership and promotion by our members.

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Our Objectives

• To preserve and protect our Gujarati (Indian) cultural values, traditions and beliefs.
• To provide a platform to all Vaniks to come together by means of religious as well as social activities,
• To educate  our children with the importance of festivals and ability to celebrate our religious festivals in a traditional way,
• To work with other similar social organizations,
• To render necessary services to needy immigrants as much as possible,
• To encourage education by granting scholarships for grade 12 students.
• To encourage youth for their active involvement and participation.