SHAM ARORA JI – HAPPY BIRTHDAY(29th AUGUST 2020)

“A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday!”

With best wishes,

VOV MANAGEMENT

Mrs Arun Sharma (wife of Brij Mohan Sharma) passed away on Thursday

To

Shri Brij Mohan Ji

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for the death of your dear wife Mrs Arun Sharma. Our prayers are with you, and your family. Please accept our condolences during this heartbreaking time. I hope God blesses and comforts you, and takes the deceased’s soul to rest with Him in Heaven where they belong. We pray to the God to give you and your family the strength to bear this loss.

sincere condolences,

Management of The Voice of the Vedas

VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP 2020-IMAGES & TESTIMONIALS

FEEDBACK & IMAGES FROM THE VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP 2020 (updated 9 Aug 2020)

———- Forwarded message ———
From: Monica Sharma <[email protected]>
Date: Sun, Aug 2, 2020 at 12:15 PM
Subject: Testimonial
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>

The VOV Vishnu Mandir Camp was thoroughly enjoyed by my three children. They looked forward to each day of activities that were well planned. Teachers and counsellors did their best to adapt to situations and troubleshooting challenges. My kids cannot wait for the next sumo camp session!

Sent from my iPhone

Face masks or coverings mandatory in York Region

Face masks or coverings mandatory in York Region

As you know, effective Friday, July 17, 2020, anyone visiting enclosed public spaces must wear a face mask or covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in York Region.

York Regional Council endorsed a recommendation from York Region Medical Officer of Health Dr. Karim Kurji to issue an instruction requiring operators of enclosed public spaces, including places of worship, to have a policy in place that prohibits persons from entering premises of the establishment if the person is not wearing a face mask or covering. Signage must be posted at all entrances advising everyone to wear a mask.

The instruction will remain in place until Monday, November 30, 2020.

This policy is subject to appropriate exemptions. Those exempt from wearing a face mask or covering in indoor public spaces are:

• Children under five years of age
• Individuals with medical conditions rendering them unable to safely wear a mask including breathing difficulties or cognitive difficulties or difficulties in hearing or processing information
• Anyone who has trouble breathing
• Anyone who is unable to remove the mask without help
• Anyone who is unconscious or incapacitated
• Anyone wearing a face covering that would inhibit the ability to breathe in any way such as, but not limited to, during moderate to intense physical activity (such as running) or activity that would preclude its use (such as swimming)
• Anyone who requires accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code

This instruction is applied in good faith and provides an opportunity to educate people on the use of face masks and coverings, combined with other ongoing recommended public health practices.

Learn more about what you need to know as an operator at york.ca/mandatorymasks where you will find information, resources and materials including a downloadable sample policy and downloadable signage.

Please continue to encourage your congregation to practice physical distancing of at least two metres, enhanced handwashing and respiratory etiquette and to follow provincial guidelines on social circles and social gatherings.

For information on York Region’s response to COVID-19, visit york.ca/covid19

Thank you,

Emily McMorris | Liaison Officer, Health Emergency Operations Centre

Community and Health Services Department
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The Regional Municipality of York | 17250 Yonge Street | Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1
1-877-464-9675 ext. 74164 | [email protected]

Shri Krishna Misir ji – HAPPY BIRTHDAY (11th July 2020)

जन्मदिन के ये ख़ास लम्हें मुबारक,
आँखों में बसे नए ख्वाब मुबारक,
जिंदगी जो लेकर आई है आपके लिए आज,
वो तमाम खुशियों की हसीन सौगात मुबारक!!
आपको जन्‍मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं!

anmadin ke ye khaas lamhen mubaarak,
aankhon mein base nae khvaab mubaarak,
jindagee jo lekar aaee hai aapake lie aaj,
vo tamaam khushiyon kee haseen saugaat mubaarak!!
aapako jan‍madin kee haardik shubhakaamanaen!

Congratulations and Mata Rani blessings be with you always.

VISHNU MANDIR IS OPEN AS OF FRI JUNE 12th ON NEW TIMINGS & NEW HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES

GREAT NEWS FOR DEVOTEES

(Updated 13June2020)

WELCOME BACK

YOUR HEALTH & SAFETY IS OUR NO 1 PRIORITY

EFFECTIVE FRI JUNE 12th ALL PLACES OF WORSHIP IN ONTARIO ARE PERMITTED TO OPEN WITH PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN PLACE AND ATTENDANCE TO NO MORE THAN 30% OF THE BUILDING CAPACITY TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF WORSHIPERS. MEMBERS FROM THE SAME FAMILY CAN SIT TOGETHER. OTHERS MUST BE 2 METERS AWAY. UNDER ABOVE CONDITION, VISHNU MANDIR CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO MAX OF 150 DEVOTEES AT ANY TIME.

NEW TEMPLE TIMINGS (SUMMER)

SAT & SUN FROM 9 AM to 6 PM

MONDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 8AM – 10 AM; 4PM-7PM

PLEASE REMOVE THE SHOES AT THE DESIGNATED PLACE

ALWAYS WEAR MASKS INSIDE THE TEMPLE PREMISES. WE CAN PROVIDE IF YOU DO NOT HAVE

ALSO PLEASE FOLLOW ALTAR/PRASAD GUIDELINES AS SHOWN BELOW

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From: HEOC Liaison <[email protected]>
Date: Fri, Jun 12, 2020 at 5:42 PM
Subject: Guidance for Re-Opening Places of Worship
To: HEOC Liaison <[email protected]>

Good afternoon,

As you know, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, remaining a public health emergency. We have heard from many in our community regarding the recent Provincial allowances for places of worship, and the desire for more information and guidance.

To help, we’re attaching our most recent COVID-19: Guidance For Re-Opening Places of Worship (PDF) in an effort to aid you as you begin the process of re-opening your facilities. The guidance document includes many sections that will be of interest to you: from preparation, to health and safety messaging on service, cleaning and disinfection, and even information on drive-in gatherings.

We ask again that you share this information with your staff, partners, associates and especially members of your community. As we return to in-person gatherings, we hope that you will find this guidance both informative and helpful, so that we may all pray and worship in a safe and healthy way, together.

Further guidance on COVID-19 including information on how to protect yourself, symptoms, treatment and testing, supports for families with young children and community supports are available at: york.ca/covid19.

If you have additional questions, you may contact York Region Public Health – Health Connection at: 1-800-361-5653, Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to speak with a public health professional.

Thank you and stay safe,

Jean-Paul Fallavollita | Liaison Officer, Health Emergency Operations Centre

Community and Health Services Department
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The Regional Municipality of York | 17250 Yonge Street | Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1
1-877-464-9675 ext. 74164 | [email protected]

CLICK BELOW HERE FOR MORE DETAILS:

COVID-19 – GUIDANCE FOR RE-OPENING PLACES OF WORSHIP

IMAGES FROM VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP 2020 (July 20-24)

FEEDBACK & IMAGES FROM THE VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP 2020 (updated 9 Aug 2020)

———- Forwarded message ———
From: Monica Sharma <[email protected]>
Date: Sun, Aug 2, 2020 at 12:15 PM
Subject: Testimonial
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>

The VOV Vishnu Mandir Camp was thoroughly enjoyed by my three children. They looked forward to each day of activities that were well planned. Teachers and counsellors did their best to adapt to situations and troubleshooting challenges. My kids cannot wait for the next sumo camp session!

VOV VIRTUAL ON-LINE SUMMER SESSIONS:

NEW DATES:     July 20^th – 24th

REGISTRATION NOW OPENED:

In compliance with the guidelines of the Ontario Government, School Boards and Public Health Professionals, we at VOV have made the tough decision to cancel our 2020 on-site Summer Camp scheduled for July 20^th to July 31^st.   While the community – the students, teachers, parents, counselors and volunteers –  look forward to this niche annual camp to connect, engage, build friendships and learn; we must adhere to the protocol of physical and social distancing for everyone’s safety.

Behind the fear and threats brought about by the Covid 19, opportunities have also arisen and we, at VOV have pooled our resources and strengths collaboratively to develop and offer your children online interactive and engaging options in lieu of the 2020 physical on-site Summer Camp.  We are very excited for this opportunity to adapt to the new norm, to still be able to learn in fun safe way, to stay connected and maintain our good relations.

We promise online interactive workshop type sessions lead by our qualified facilitators that are time appropriate for the young minds to grab and engage their attention span.  The themes will continue to be aligned with Hindu values and culture; including sessions on dharmic values, yoga, breathing, meditation, singing, instruments, dancing, cooking and crafts.  The dates are July 20^th to July 24^th

Please visit the website:  www.vishnumandir.com to download the registration form.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact:

By email: [email protected].

Sattie Cheddie at 647-972-8987,

email: [email protected]

Sonie Bodhoo at 647-292-5089

VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP APPLICATION:

(click the link below and please print the REGISTRATION FORM, print it and fill in the application)

VISHNU MANDIR VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP

VISHNU MANDIR VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP

8640 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ont. L4C 6Z4

(905) 886-1724

Monday July 20, 2020 to Friday July 24^th, 2020

Children Birth of Dates Must Fall

In the years 2008 up to 2015

Time of Camp is 10AM – 1 PM

REGISTRATION FORM:

CHILD’S NAME: _________________________ DATE OF BIRTH (MM-DD-YY): ________ ____   AGE: _______

 ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________________________

 HOME TEL: ___________________ WORK TEL: _______________________CELL: ___________________

 PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME(S): _________________________________________________________

All Camp Info will be distributed by email (Please Print Clearly):

Email Address 1: __________________________________________

Email Address 2:__________________________________________

 5 Virtual Festivals offered:

Ganesh Cathurti,  Holi, Raksha Bandhan, Janamashthmi, Makar Sankranti

 July 20^th:        Ganesh Cathurti

July 21^st:          Holi:

July 22^nd:         Raksha Bandhan

Jully 23^rd:        Janamashthmi

July 24^th:          Makar Sankrati

Each session involves:   prayers, storytelling, related foods, arts & crafts, dancing, pujas, Yoga, meditation, mindfulness,

 FEES:   One Child:           $50.00

              Two or More:        $75.00

 Parents/Guardian/Sitters supervision is mandatory for the Arts & Crafts, Cooking and snacks activities, during the sessions. Also help with technical issues.

 A confirmed schedule and a list of items required for the sessions will be provided prior to commencement date.

 Thank you

Shri Bhairo Persaud (brother of Shamdai Singh) passed away on Tue May 26th

Shri Bhairo Persaud 1946-2020 (brother of Shamdai Singh) passed away on Tue May 26th.

Hello Shamdai ji,

Seet Ram,

So sorry to hear about your dear brother passing away. You are one of the finest volunteer Vishnu Mandir has and continue to serve Mandir for the last 43 years. We will pray to Lord to take him in His chaaya and give strength to whole family to bear this loss.

Our condolences to Shri Bhairo ji’s family including his wife Joan and his children Jacquelyn, Joyce and Pamela and grandchildren.

VOV management

In case anyone would like to contact Shamdai Singh, you can call her at 905-415-2636.

Thanks and Jai Mata Di.

Mrs Khemattie (Kay) Phulesar (wife of Terry Phulesar) passed away (1945-2020)

Dear Terry and family,

Seeta Ram,

Vishnu Mandir congregation and management is sad to know about dear Kay’s sudden demise. Vishnu Mandir cannot forget about her, Terry and children selfless and immense contribution to the mandir. We will pray to God to rest her noble soul in peace and give you all strength to bear this great loss. Our deepest condolences. Please let us know if we can of any service to you.

Viewing & Funeral/Cremation

LOTUS FUNERAL AND CREMATION CENTRE

121 Cityview Drive, Toronto, Ont.

Tel 647-547-8188

Viewing Friday May 29th from 6 PM to 9 pm

Funeral & Cremation: Sat May 30th 8AM – 10 AM

For more info. please contact:

Munesh

[email protected]

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS AND RULES WHEN ENTERING VISHNU MANDIR