Diwali

• Edmonton firefighters respond to 22 fires, 54 fireworks complaints Sunday night

  Sunday was an incredibly busy night for Edmonton firefighters, as they were called to five large grass fires, 17 smaller outdoor fires and 54 fireworks complaints.

  Fire

  Nov 13, 2023
  
• Saskatoon celebrates Diwali: a day of prayer, community and celebration

  Many families, friends and community members gathered to celebrate Diwali.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2023
  
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• Get Diwali ready: Tips to decorate your home and satisfy your sweet tooth

  Elevate your Diwali with must-have decor and treats! Torans, Rangoli, Diyas and more to make this Festival of Lights unforgettable.

  The Curator

  Nov 1, 2023
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• City committee backs plan to allow backyard fireworks in London, Ont.

  The decision by the committee followed close to three hours of residents voicing their opinion on the matter, with those who spoke split on the issue.

  Canada

  Aug 15, 2023
• Saskatoon considering fireworks on Lunar New Year and Diwali holidays

  The City of Saskatoon is considering adding Lunar New Year and Diwali to the days residents are allowed to fire off fireworks without a permit.

  Canada

  Aug 8, 2023
• City of Brampton moves to ban personal fireworks to address safety, noise concerns

  The City of Brampton is moving to ban the use of personal fireworks for holidays after ``significant growth'' in complaints related to safety, noise and debris.

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2022
• East Meets West fundraiser back for 2022 after pandemic pause

  A local children's foundation is only a few days away from its 2022 fundraiser. East Meets West is ready to celebrate after a pandemic hiatus.

  Canada

  Oct 26, 2022
• Should Diwali be marked as a holiday in Calgary public schools?

  Diwali is one of the most sacred holidays on many South Asians calendars - observed not only by those of Hindu faith, but by Sikh, Jains, and some Buddhists too.

  Education

  Oct 25, 2022
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• Diwali celebrated across Saskatchewan with message of light over darkness

  People celebrate around the world by bringing the festive sprit into their homes in the form of earthen lamps called diyas, fireworks and lights to decorate the house.

  Canada

  Oct 25, 2022
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• In-person Diwali celebrations return to the Okanagan for 2022 season

  "Everybody is joyed, everybody is talking about it," said Ruby Brar of Diwali, which has finally returned to the Okanagan as an in-person event.

  Canada

  Oct 25, 2022