Upcoming Events Please see Page 3 for all events Fasli Muktad Prayers will take place the week of March 16 – 20. Please see Page 3 for timings. Navroze Jashan – March 21- 6:00 pm at the Candles Banquet Hall Navroze Function – Sat. March 21, 6:00 pm (see attached flyer for all details) Khordad Sal (Fasli) Jashan, March 26, 7:00 pm OZCF Black Tie Gala “Diamonds are Forever” – May 23, 2009 – see Page 4 and attached flyers for more information OZCF Honouring Seniors Day – Sunday, July 11, 12:00 pm at ZRCC – details to follow on OZCF website

Newsletter Committee Roshan Byramjee, Michelle Patel, Rayomand Patel, Charis Wania, Board Liaison: Cyrus Gazdar Entertainment Committee: Kashmira Laher (chair), Niloufer Bhesania, Kermin Byramjee, Shirin Chatturvedi, Zarina Gutta, Ferzin Kapadia, Pervin Kattila, Fred Laher, Kashmira Laher, Benifer Patel, Coomi Sorabji

President’s Message Welcome to the first OZCF Newsletter for 2009. You may have noticed a delay in the release of this newsletter which is due to the amount of information we wish to provide. It’s been a very busy last five months with the culmination of our biggest project yet, the building renovation. You can follow the progress of this remarkable work by going to our web site – www.ozcf.com and clicking on the ‘News and Events’ button. A real team is made up of people who may be unequal in experience or talent, but who are equal in their commitment to working together to achieve the goals for the good of the organization. We have volunteers who are giving their time and expertise to make this project a success and build upon the foundation of the ZRCC property. We have had people come forth and donate towards various parts of the project, thus reducing our overall expenditure. We have had volunteers spend valuable time in searching for the best value for money on products and services which all helps in keeping our costs down. We must look at the bigger picture and resolve to work in ways we may never have done before. Such teamwork requires commitment and effort, a willingness to accept the uniqueness of others, and an appreciation of diversity. I would like to encourage you to continue this amazing work for our association and donate your time as volunteers, donate towards the building renovation, come up with innovative fundraising ideas, support the many events that are being run by the OZCF and be part of our showcase event, the Gala on May 23, 2009. On behalf of the board of directors, I would like to thank you all for your help in making the OZCF an organization to be proud off and one that is yours. Rumi Jasavala

Remember to please send in your OZCF Membership as soon as possible (please see attached form)

Newcomers to Ontario can be exempt from the membership on the year of arrival. Senior $15 Per person - age 65 and over Family $50 Family of adult couple and their children under age 18 Single $30 Per individual adult person Students $10 Full Time Student - age 18 – 25 years old

February 2009

*** See the colour version of this newsletter on www.ozcf.com! *****

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Building Update OPEN HOUSE TO BE HELD MARCH 15, 2009 The building work is progressing very well although there have been some delays and setbacks to our schedule due to the adverse weather conditions. We have been providing regular updates via written text and photographs on our website (http://www.ozcf.com) under the News and Events section. Please do visit our web site if you have not already done so to witness this remarkable change. Although the building is in its final stages of construction, it may still be a while before we can open, as we work on obtaining the occupancy permits and approvals from the Fire Marshall, Building inspectors, City of Oakville, etc. The pictures on our web site will show you the amazing transformation that has been possible due to your continued support and generous donations towards this project. This is truly a team effort by a multitude of our volunteers, donors and supporters who have come forward offering assistance and finances to meet the demands of the project and provide a building for the community. Every effort has been made to maintain the scope of the project and at the same time be vigilant about costs and needs. However, most projects experience some additional costs which normally come about due to legal requirements and unforeseen expenses; this project is no different. We will update you at the forthcoming open house. We would like to invite all members to come for an open house of the building on Sunday, March 15, 2009 between 10:00am and 12:00pm. Here you can see first hand the transformation and speak with those involved in the project about the work that has been done. Rumi Jasavala

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UPCOMING EVENTS For your convenience – tear out this page to post in your home or office and never forget an important event again! Please visit the website and / or contact a board member for any inquiries pertaining to any events. Date Event Venue March 15 (10am to 12Noon) Building Open House ZRCC March 16-20 Muktad Ceremonies ZRCC March 21 (See flyer) Navroze Jashan and Dinner / Dance Candles Banquet Hall April 4 & 5 Table Tennis and Carom Tournament ZRCC May 23 (see flyer) Black Tie Gala Burlington Convention Centre June 20 Grand Opening of the new building ZRCC June 28 AGM ZRCC July 11 Lunch to Honour Seniors ZRCC August 8 Cricket Game / Dhansak ZRCC August 14-18 Muktad Ceremonies ZRCC August 19 Navroze Jashan and Dinner ZRCC August 22 or 23 Lamb Roast Picnic ZRCC Sept. 12 or 13 OZCF Golf Tournament TBA Note: Other events will be forthcoming. If interested in receiving notification / reminder of events via email, kindly contact a board member and supply your email address.

MUKTAD AND NAVROZE 2009

Fasli Muktad Schedule of Prayers Prayers are held in the Prayer Room at the ZRCC. Attendees are encouraged to please bring fresh or dried fruit, Sukhad, Loban and Tachho, flowers or any cooked foods. Small donations are very much appreciated as well.

Morning Stoom Farokshi

Afternoon Stoom Evening Stoom/ Hum Bundagi

March 16 (Monday) 6:30am 7:00am 11:30am 7:00pm

March 17 (Tuesday) 6:30am 7:00am 11:30am 7:00pm

March 18 (Wednesday) 6:30am 7:00am 11:30am 7:00pm

March 19 (Thursday) 6:30am 7:00am 11:30am 7:00pm

March 20 (Friday) 6:30am 7:00am 11:30am 7:00pm

Khordad Sal (Fasli) Jashan March 26

th at 7:00pm

Navroze Function - March 21, 2009 Were: Candles Banquet and Convention Centre, 1224 Dundas Street E Unit 18 & 19, Mississauga (Next to Canadian Tire at Dixie and Dundas)

Time: 6:00 pm Jashan followed by Dinner and Dancing Please book early to avoid disappointments

*** Buy your tickets today for the Sari Raffle Draw to take place at the Function!! Tickets are only $10!*** Buy your tickets today for the Sari Raffle Draw to take place at the Function!! Tickets are only $10!*** Buy your tickets today for the Sari Raffle Draw to take place at the Function!! Tickets are only $10!*** Buy your tickets today for the Sari Raffle Draw to take place at the Function!! Tickets are only $10! Contact Coomi Sorabji at 905Contact Coomi Sorabji at 905Contact Coomi Sorabji at 905Contact Coomi Sorabji at 905----607607607607----2913 to buy tic2913 to buy tic2913 to buy tic2913 to buy tickets! ***kets! ***kets! ***kets! ***

See attached flyer for full details!

CAMP Z-ROCK IS BACK CAMP Z-ROCK is back again this year! Now that we have our new facilities, we will be able to hold our camp at the ZRCC grounds. As usual, it will take place around the July 1 holiday weekend. So be on the lookout and check the website often for more information. High school kids will earn volunteer hour credits and also get some very valuable leadership experience. If you wish to be on the mailing list and get updates, or you definitely want a spot reserved for your children, please send an email to Armaity Anandasagar at: armaity@rogers.com

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Ontario Zoroastrian Community Foundation Presents a Fundraising Gala

Saturday May 23, 2009

Burlington Convention Centre

Cocktails: 6:00 pm; Dinner: 8:00 pm

Dance to the Music of The Naked Flame Exciting Silent and Live Auctions Champagne & Diamond Draw

Tickets $110 per person

Sponsorships and Donations would be most appreciated for:

Band; Champagne; Raffle Prize: Auctioneer; Hall Rental and Dinner

Auction Items Desired: Electronics; Airline tickets, Air miles and Vacation Packages; Jewelry; Art; Sporting Event Tickets; Gift Certificates

For Details about Gala Sponsorship Please contact Kermin Byramjee

email: kermin@cogeco.ca

288 Alscot Crescent, Oakville, ON L6J 4R4 Tel: 905-845-3480

See attached flyers for more information on Entertainment & Raffle prizes

See a list of Silent and Live Auction items –plan ahead and bid together with your friends or family!

Donations are always welcomed and are tax deductible.

Make this Vision a Reality! For more information see www.OZCF.com

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RECENT EVENTS

Joint OZCF/ ZSO New Year’s Eve The Joint New Year’s Event between the OZCF and ZSO was held at the Woodbine Banquet Hall on December 31, 2008. 166 people attended the party, and thoroughly enjoyed the food and entertainment. Darius Bharucha was the emcee of the party and did a wonderful job. A 60/40 Raffle was held and $1,000 was collected. Mr. Sam Vesuna won the raffle money which he donated back to the Joint Committee. Thank you to the organizers of the event, who did a fantastic job. Children’s Christmas Party Thirty-five girls and boys enjoyed a great Christmas Party on December 13, 2008 at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Mississauga. Parents and children alike shared an afternoon playing various games, pigging out on burgers and fries (it was Christmas after all!) and even having jolly St. Nick drop in to pay a visit. Since Christmas is never complete without gifts, each child was the recipient of some Christmas loot as Santa had in his Claus to provide presents for all the young folk. Thank you to all in the Entertainment Committee for adding even greater cheer for our children in the Holiday Season. OZCF Family Skate This was the 2

nd year this event was held with overwhelming success on December 21, 2008 at the River Oaks

Recreation Centre. The event attracted families with children ranging from the young to the not so young. Our youngest was 4 months old being pushed around in a stroller! We even had a surprise in the form of Santa Claus turning up. “Having the ice all to ourselves was great and made it more fun” said one attendee.

UPCOMING SYMPOSIUM CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF ZOROASTRIAN FAITH Come to this event co-sponsored by ZSO, WZO, and FEZANA on Sunday March 29, 2009 from 9:00 am- 6:00pm at the MGDM, 3590 Bayview Ave. North York. There will be a FEZANA KHORSHED JUNGALWALA LECTURE entitled, “Zoroastrian Literature as a Part of the Cultural Heritage of Modern Zoroastrians,” by Professor Oktor Skjaervo. ALSO FEATURING: • “Keepers of the Flame: The Early Zoroastrians of Central Asia” by Professor Jenny Rose • “The Water of Omniscience and the Milk of Knowledge: Zoroastrian Elements in the Apocalypse of Muhammad”

by Professor Maria Subtelny • “Zoroastrian Elements in the Apocalypse of Muhammad” by Professor Jamsheed Choksy • “How a Minority Adapts: Zoroastrians in Ceylon/Sri Lanka from Antiquity to the Present.” Session Chair Ervad

Jehan Balgi Registration fee: $ 8.00 (Adult) $5.00 (youth under 25) To register please mail your check payable to ZSO, Marked ‘Symposium’ in the Memo field, and mail to either of the following:

• Jehan Bagli 703-16, Dallimore Circ., Toronto, ON M3C 4C4. Call (647) 344-3531 • Pervaze Rabadi 48, Monte Vista Trail, Brampton, ON L6Z 2G5. Call (905) 846 6177 • Nozer Kotwal 4244, Taffey Cr. Mississauga ON L5L 2J2, Call (905) 820-0461

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North American Youth Congress The Zoroastrian Youth of North America (ZYNA) in association with FEZANA announce the 12

th North American Zoroastrian Youth Congress, to be held in

Fremont, CA from July 1 – 5 2009. There will be exciting workshops featuring youth speakers, entertainment, dinner, dancing events and more! Participants will even be able to enjoy a day trip to San Francisco! Early bird registration starts February 15 – April 15. Contact: admin@fezana.org for more info.

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Influx Global Media is a proud sponsor of The OZCF Black Tie Gala to be held May 23, 2009.

At this year’s event, Influx Global Media is providing local businesses and well-wishers the ability to advertise on our large LCD screens for additional exposure at the Gala. Your ad, message, or picture would be part of a continuously looping video to be shown throughout the evening.

In addition to the Gala Program Book, this is another unique opportunity to promote your business or message to approximately 300 Gala guests while building awareness and recognition for your company or product.

Are you a well-established business? Supply us with your company logo and existing creative images for use on the LCD displays. We can incorporate animation and movement to make your business stand out. Are you a new business, or want to go in with family or friends to display a Best Wishes Message or display a family picture for the event? We will help you craft your message with images and movement to suit your needs. Call Michelle Patel at 416-840-6250 or e-mail michelle.patel@influxglobalmedia.com

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Item of Interest Obama's Inaugural Tuxedo's Indian Connection The following is an excerpt of an article that appeared in India West, News Report, by Sunita Sohrabji, Dated Dec 26, 2008. President-elect Barack Obama ordered his inaugural tuxedo six months ago while still on the campaign trail, revealed the Mumbai-born head of the company that is custom-making the outfit for him. "We've been supporters of Senator Obama from the day he first ran for office in 2004," Homi Patel, CEO and chairman of the Chicago-based Hartmarx Corp, told India-West. "We've been working with his staff for the past six months," he said. Obama will be wearing a one-button black wool tuxedo with satin notch lapels, made by Hart Schaffner Marx, for the inaugural's evening celebrations. The president-elect will also wear an HSM suit and topcoat while taking the oath of office Jan. 20. Hartmarx is HSM's parent company. Obama has been wearing the HSM brand on the campaign trail, said Patel, adding that the president-elect had called him six months ago to arrange his inaugural wear. Obama wore a navy blue cashmere suit from HSM for his acceptance speech Nov. 4. The 136-year-old company was the logical choice for Obama's bespoke suits, said Patel, adding that it manufactures all its clothes in the U.S., and is a union company. Asked whether Obama was the highest-profile person the company has outfitted, Patel said no. "We've done presidents before, on both sides of the aisle," he told India-West. Patel said he was not allowed to reveal Obama's size nor any details of the clothes, such as cost. Patel joined Hartmarx 28 years ago, after completing his MBA at Columbia University, and worked his way up. He has been Hartmarx's CEO since 2001. The India-based Daily News and Analysis Web site reported that Patel's father was the chief accountant of the Central Bank of India, while his uncle Dr. Jal Patel was the physician to the viceroy of India, the governor of Bombay and Mohammed Ali Jinnah before independence. Jal Patel also served as physician to JRD Tata, until his death. Brothers Harry and Max Hart opened a small men's clothing store on Chicago's State Street in 1872, called Harry Hart and Brother, which became Hart Schaffner Marx eight years later.

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Would you like the OZCF Newsletter online? Help save on postage costs for the OZCF. Request to view your copy online – even before publication! E-mail ron.michelle@rogers.com for a notification when the newsletter is available on our website.

Remember to always check the OZCF website for the latest updates!

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VISION NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING Would you like optimal exposure of your business to Zoroastrian members of the GTA? Advertise in the VISION Newsletter! $ 80/issue for full page $50/ issue for half page $30/ issue for quarter page We will be placing ads only in the black and white issues. We ask that you let us know how many issues you wish to advertise in and you will be billed accordingly. Contact Roshan Byramjee for more information at (905) 849-4684.

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MILESTONES BIRTHS Ashton Sorabji, a baby boy born to Delna and Zahin Sorabji at Calgary on October 6, 2008. Brother to Aiden. Grandson to Roshan and Jimmy Ghadialli of Montreal and Parvein and Parvez Sorabji of Toronto. Great grandson to Sheroo Mistry of Toronto. Mehroo Danny Birdie, born to Scherazade & Danny Birdie, on January 7, 2009, in Toronto, Ontario. Granddaughter to Khurshed & Phiruza Birdie, and Godrej & Soonnu Khursigara. Baby Neville Jeremiah Dastoor, born February 20, 2009, son to Merzi and Elizabeth Dastoor of Waterloo and grandson to Sarosh and Noshir Dastoor and Julie and John Flynn and nephew to Neville Dastoor. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Katy and Noshir Mulla for celebrating their 40

th (Ruby) wedding anniversary on January 6th, 2009.

This is indeed a milestone. We wish them good health and happiness for another 40 years and more. KUDOS to Burzin Bharucha, who received his CPA (Certified Public Accountants) Certification from State of Delaware last May, and on recently passing the tough CGA (Certified General Accountants) exam!! He worked hard for it and made it! Way to go!!! IN MEMORY Ervad Yezdi Phirozeshaw Antia, husband of the late Perin and father of Zaheer & Rayomand passed away on Monday February 9th. Yezdi was a very kind, loving & honest human being. He lived a life of a true Zarathusti serving humanity in general and our community in particular. Yezdi was a very active member of our community serving their spiritual & religious needs for over 40 years. He was a founding member of the Zoroastrian Society of Ontario where he served as President for some time. He was an active member of the North American Mobeds Council and served one term as the President as well as publishing a book for young Mobeds. He was a founding member of the Interfaith Group "MOSIAC" and an active member of the Freemasons as well as the Shrine Club of Toronto. Tehmurasp Minocher Patel passed away in Pune India on January 10th, 2008 at the age of 49 years. He was brother of Purveen Aspen Marshall and brother in law of Aspen Marshall of Ottawa. Our deepest sympathies to the family. Coomy Jehangir Canteenwalla , originally from Karachi passed away in Vancouver on 7th January 2009. Mother of Marezban (Calgary) Aspy (Florida) and Kashmira Dastur (Vancouver) . Our sincerest condolences to the family. Banoo Topiwalla of Mississauga, ON. She is survived by her husband Ramesh and their three children Rashmi, Yatin and Chirag. Jaloo Jagosh passed away on January 6, 2009. She is survived by her children Ruby (Kersi) Bhesania, Yazdi (Pheroza) Jagosh and Jimmy (Shirin) Jagosh; grandchildren in Toronto Mehernosh (Niloufer) Bhesania, Teosar (Yesna) Bhesania, Zubin (Linda) Bhesania, Grace (Mark) Knakowski, Sabrina Jagosh and Zehan Jagosh as well as 8 great grandchildren. Ruby Bhesania, Yazdi and Jimmy Jagosh, and the Jagosh and Bhesania families would like to thank all those who offered their support, comfort and prayers during the recent passing of their beloved mother, Mrs. Jaloo Adi Jagosh. May Ahura Mazda bless her noble soul eternally, amen! Rayhan Carl Rogers, son of Khurshid Mirza Rogers and Jeff Rogers, brother of Zehan, passed away at Denver Children's Hospital on February 13

th, 2009. He died peacefully in his parent's arms at the age of 8 months from a

genetic Disorder known as Leigh's Syndrome. He was Putli & Noshir Mirza and Janet & Jon Rogers' grandson. May his little soul rest in peace.

True religion is real living; living with all one's soul, with all one's goodness and righteousness.True religion is real living; living with all one's soul, with all one's goodness and righteousness.True religion is real living; living with all one's soul, with all one's goodness and righteousness.True religion is real living; living with all one's soul, with all one's goodness and righteousness. Albert EinsteAlbert EinsteAlbert EinsteAlbert Einsteinininin

Your generosity and kindness continues to make this association run smoothly. We have generously been receiving donated items for OZCF for which we are very grateful. However, we would encourage you to run the item by Cyrus Gazdar or Rumi Jasavala first so that we are able to make use of it in the correct manner and without incurring any further costs and to ensure we don't already have another donor working on the same item. Thank you!

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Membership Form (January 1 – December 31, 2009)

Membership type: New: ___ Renewal: ____ Family*:_____Senior:_____ Single:_____ Student:_____ (*Defined as a couple and their children under 18)

Last Name_________________________ First Name:________________________________

Address:______________________________________ Apt:_________ Age Group*: _______

City:__________________ Province:________________ Postal Code:____________________

Tel # (____)- ____ - ______ E-mail Address:_______________________________________

Spouse: Last Name____________________ First Name:_____________ Age Group*: _______ Dependants: (1) Last Name:________________ First Name:______________ Age Group *______________

(2) Last Name:________________ First Name:______________ Age Group *______________

(3) Last Name:________________ First Name:______________ Age Group *______________

(4) Last Name:________________ First Name:______________ Age Group *______________

I (We) select OZCF as our Prime Membership Group for FEZANA membership Y: ____N: ___ I (We) do not require the VISION NEWSLETTER by post: ______(Must include email address above)

Membership Fees: Family: $50 Individual Senior (65 +): $15 Single: $30 Students (FT. 18-25): $10 Donation: One time: $_________ or on going $_______ Per: _____ Total Enclosed: Cash: $_____ Cheque: $______ or Credit Card (paid via website): $ _______

*Age Groups:

Age Group (a) 0-5 (b) 6-12 (c)13-18 (d)19-30 (e) 31-45 (f) 46-64 (g) 65 & over (Used strictly for demographic information and planning of events/activities)

Interested in volunteering for: ___________________________________________________________________________________

I have reviewed the OZCF By-laws* and agree to abide by them.

(* available on OZCF website address)

Signature: ___________________________ Date: _____/_____/_____________ (DD/MM/YYYY)

To: Ervad Nozer S.Kotwal 4244 Taffey Cres. Mississauga, On. L5L 2J2

MUKTAD PRAYERS

Kindly include the following names in the daily prayers during the forthcoming Muktad Ceremonies: Name of the Deceased Name of his/her Father/Husband**

1. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B ___________________ 2. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B ___________________ 3. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B ___________________ 4. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B___________________ 5. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B ___________________ 6. E O Oi B K ____________________ E O B ___________________ Enclosed please find my cheque payable to O.Z.C.F. for $__________ to defray costs. Thank you. ____________________________ ____________________ Name Telephone # **Names of the deceased are recited together with their father/husband’s name. E = Ervad; O = Osta; Oi = Osti; B = Behdin; K = Khurd (child whose Navjote was not performed). Please complete the form in Block Letters, ensuring the proper status (i.e. E.O.Oi.B.K.) is circled, and forward it to the abovementioned address by March 14th the latest. Thank you.

When : Saturday, March 21st 2009

Where : Candles Banquet and Convention Centre,1224 Dundas street E Unit 18 & 19, Mississauga ON, L4Y 4A2

(Next to Canadian Tire at Dixie and Dundas)Time : 6:00 pm Jashan followed by Dinner and Dancing

Menu : Appetizers : Mini Samosas & Spring Rolls

Entrees : Karahi Chicken, Tandoori Chicken,

Meat Biryani, Saag Paneer, Dal Makhani

Accompaniments: Salad, Naan,

Dessert : Gulab Jamun & Mango Ice-cream

Early Bird Special Cost : available until March 07, 2009Adults : $30.00, Children (3yrs – 10yrs): $15.00

(Children up to 3 free)(After March 07, Cost / adult = $40.00; Child = $20.00)NOTE : The Room Capacity is limited so confirm your

registration early to avoid disappointments

Please forward cheques made out to : OZCF To: Coomi Sorabji, 3331 Fenwick Crescent, Mississauga, L5L 5N2

Please register your names with : Fred Laher : (905) 238-9792

e mail : FREDL715@YAHOO.COM

Pervin Katilla : (905) 821–0305

e mail : KATILAS_KPDA@ HOTMAIL.COM

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IMPORTANT !!!

Mark your calendars………….. May 23rd 2009…………..

OZCF Gala Committee is bringing to you a fundraiser night of glitter and glamour May 23, 2009 at the Burlington

Convention Centre. Tickets are available through the gala committee members or call Thrity Bamji @ 905-702-1034 or

Nozer Kotwal @ 905-820-0461 at a price of $110.00 per person.

For advertising in the program book please call Gulrukh Patel at 905-542-0237 or Paraag Suchak at 905-339-0115

There will be lots of exciting items during the course of the evening including the diamonds and champagne raffle with

the opportunity to win the following amazing prizes:

First Prize: 1.26 Carat Diamond Ring; Second Prize: Diamond Earrings; Third Prize: Diamond Necklace

If you are not able to attend the gala, make sure you don’t miss the opportunity to win a diamond………… Purchase your

diamond raffle ticket for only $25.00 in advance by contacting Armaity Anandasagar at 905-271-0366 or Meher Panthaky

905-568-4946.

And for the sari lovers amongst us, we are selling tickets for a sari raffle to be drawn on the 21st March event at candles

Banquet Hall. Call Gulrukh Patel (905) 542-0237 or Meher Panthaky at (905) 568-4946 to buy a ticket for $10.00.

Other highlights of the evening include a live and silent auction.

• Six nights stay in Tunisia for 2 at a 4+ Star Hotel with Breakfast and Dinner included (excluding air travel)

• I week stay in Sarasota, Florida in a fully furnished two bedroom bungalow – 15 minutes drive from Sarasota

Airport and 1 hours drive from Tampa Airport. Available from June – December 2009 at a mutually agreed upon

time (excluding air travel)

• Las Vegas for two for 4 nights at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino (travel miles included)

• Yoga class for you and 7 friends at a mutually convenient time and place. Enjoy herbal healing teas with your

instructor, Marook Sidhwa after your class

• Dominican Republic (excluding air travel) 1 weeks vacation at one of four resorts in the Dominican Republic for a

family of four. All inclusive 4+ Star Resort (excluding air travel)

• Dosa night for 10 people cooked and served by our own Dr. Katy Driver & her helpers

• Traditional Indian afternoon tea for 8 with a twist. Your hostess Marook Sidhwa will have you all dress up in saris

and bangles and enjoy an afternoon of Bhel, Pakoras and Samosas

• A day out on Lake Ontario sailing with Farokh Pavri and to dinner thereafter

• Stage West Dinner Theatre Tickets for Two

• Theatre tickets to be enjoyed downtown Toronto

• A pair of tickets to the Blue Jays game

• Fun Packages for kids including music lessons at Merriam School of Music

• Pictures, photographs and other art

• Variety of specialty baskets

• Limo ride

• 10 dance lessons at Shiamak Davar School of Dance

• Catering by the Lahers

And many more items………….. Call now to avoid disappointment!

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Panthaky (905Panthaky (905Panthaky (905Panthaky (905----568568568568----4946)4946)4946)4946)

DIAMONDS AND CHAMPAGNE RAFFLE

First Prize: 1.26 Carat Diamond Ring set in 14K White Gold

Valued at $11200

Second Prize: Diamond Earrings in a 14K White Gold Setting

Valued at $1025

Third Prize: Diamond Necklace in a 14K White

Gold Setting Valued at $890