Founded by leading members of Canada's Indian Community, Hindu Cultural Society in Scarborough, ON emerged from a shared vision to create a meaningful space where Indo-Canadians could gather, celebrate, and preserve their heritage. What began as small group meetings among community members evolved into a comprehensive cultural institution serving as a source of pride and identity for all Indo-Canadians—from those with generational roots in Canada to newly arrived immigrants. The organization's core mission centers on inspiring pro-social friendships, developing strong interpersonal skills, and fostering hope among seniors, adults, and youth within the Scarborough community. Hindu Cultural Society is built on four foundational principles: commitment to inspire caring relationships, responsibility to educate youth in goal-setting and accountability, possibility to expand perspectives on life's opportunities, and support to create inclusive learning environments. The organization recognizes that individuals are profoundly shaped by their support systems, and works intentionally to surround community members with compassionate, welcoming spaces. By engaging seniors in meaningful activities alongside youth and families, Hindu Cultural Society addresses social isolation while strengthening intergenerational bonds. The organization promotes welfare irrespective of origin and actively supports the study, practice, and development of religion, culture, and civilization values. In Scarborough, ON, Hindu Cultural Society continues its founders' dream of providing a harmonious environment where community members can offer prayers, celebrate culture, and transmit heritage to future generations.
Scarborough, Ontario