He is a shining example of an immigrant to Canada who arrived to a new country with not much but achieved massive success in the real estate world.
Highlighting the journeys of such individuals not only celebrates their achievements but also provides valuable insights into the challenges they've overcome and the lessons they've learned along the way. It's through these stories that others can find motivation and courage to pursue their own dreams and aspirations.
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Indian-American teen Shripriya Kalbhavi has won second place at the annual 2023 3M Young Scientist Challenge, a premier science competition for middle school students in the US. Kalbhavi, a ninth grader at Lynbrook High School in California, received a $2,000 prize for developing EasyBZ -- a cost-effective microneedle patch that allows for self-automated drug delivery without pills or needles.
Meet the 2023 Darpan Award winners honoured at the 13th Darpan Extraordinary Achievement Awards on Friday, October 13, 2023. The South Asian achievers were recognized for their efforts in various fields.
Through unwavering determination, the bright mind cultivated leadership skills and has now formed an executive team to ensure the club's longevity even after her departure. Beyond her immediate goals, Sharma has grand plans to expand her club's reach, aiming to establish chapters in other schools and even at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where she will be pursuing engineering.
Modeling, often perceived as a world of glamor and fashion, is far from the walk in the park it may appear to be. Ujjwalpreet Singh Rajewal, an emerging model in the industry, navigating through the challenges and the rewards that come with being a model, is representing the community on an international scale, having featured with prominent names, like Vogue!
Angel Billen is not your typical 15-year-old, having already made a name for herself in the world of weightlifting. Entering the world of weightlifting at just 6 years old, Angel has won many provincial, national and international medals till date.
Born in India and raised in Vancouver, Sandhu's journey from a correctional officer to an accomplished actress, model, and community activist is a testament to her unwavering determination and commitment to bringing about positive change. Today, Sandhu is not just a shining star in the entertainment industry but also a leading force behind the International South Asian Film Festival (ISAFF), which celebrates diversity and inclusion through the power of storytelling.