South Asian Canadians--Cultural assimilation

Registration Form for the Program, "Understanding East Indian Cultures", asking participants to provide their personal details, organizational affiliation, and a $2.00 fee, with the registration deadline set for February 24, 1971. It also states an acknowledgment that the reduced registration fee is supported by the Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation and contributions from resource persons.

Mr. M.S. Gill's Copy of Letter from Marjorie V. Smith, Director of Programs in Human Relations at University of British Columbia's Centre for Continuing Education, to Resource Persons for the Series, "Understanding East Indian Cultures", dated, February 19th, 1971 providing details on the number of registrations for their March series and areas of interest including, South Asian Indian relations with Canadian Immigration Policy, family structures and interrelationships, education, health, religion and culture.

Minutes for Planning Meeting for the Series, "Understanding East Indian Cultures" held on February 23rd. 1971. Along with highlighting the names of the attendees, it mentions the major discussion points and decisions made for the program, namely, registration, general format, participation of students and other arrangements.

Mr. Mohinder S. Gill's copy of letter from Marjorie V. Smith, Director of Programs in Human Relations at University of British Columbia's Centre for Continuing Education, to Resource Persons for the series, "Understanding East Indian Cultures", expressing appreciation for their willingness to assist group discussion periods. It provides them with her availability for queries and scheduled dates for discussion groups.

Handwritten Letter Addressed to Parents of South Asian Indian Children from non-English speaking backgrounds proposing a summer program aimed at helping children aged 4 to 9 in learning the English language and providing opportunities for them to meet other children in the community. The letter is a draft message to inquire about the parents' interest in participating in such an initiative.

Meeting Minutes on the topic, "Education of East Indian Children", for the series, "Understanding East Indian Cultures", held on January 19th, 1971, from 7:30 p.m. to 10:15 p.m., in the Sikh Temple. Along with highlighting the names of the attendees, it mentions the suggestions discussed to help South Asian Indian children struggling with the English language in school. Key recommendations included creating an inclusive learning experience at the center, the need for consistent follow-up, and greater parental involvement. It concludes with suggested next steps, including the formation of two committees and their respective members, concluding with plans for a joint meeting on February 23, 1971.

Article titled, " Understanding East Indian Cultures: The Extended Family and Cultures" by Mrs. Meena Dhar explores the interaction between the extended family and the various festivals celebrated in India, emphasizing their importance in shaping the role of individuals within Indian society. The article concludes with recommendations on how these cultural traditions can be introduced within the Indian community in Canada to help them better cope in their settlement. This article was presented as one of the topics in the series, "Understanding East Indian Cultures".