Announcements
Two important and fun events are taking place this Natal Day weekend. Join us for the Family Potluck Picnic at Oakfield on Sunday August 1st. Then put on your cultural outfits and walk with us in the Natal Day Parade on Monday August 2nd.
Please join us as we continue our 30th anniversary celebration with a free screening of Bolinao 52.
Pier 21, Canada's Immigration Museum
1055 Marginal Road, Halifax
7pm to 9pm
We have once again been awarded funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program from Service Canda to hire Summer Student Workers. It is a great way to earn some cash while planning and participating in some fun activities. It's going to be a busy summer, especially with planning for our 30th anniversary events. Apply now - make the most of your summer break! NEW DEADLINE: JUNE 20, 2010.
An overwhelming 179 people attended our screening of Journey from the Fall. Many thanks to our Vietnamese community members, our church family, our extended family and friends, and interested members of the general public, who came to witness our stories following the fall of Saigon. This event would not have been possible without the support of Pier 21, Citizenship & Immigration Canada and St Mary's University. Click here for photos.
Please join us as we kick-off our 30th anniversary celebration with a free screening of Journey from the Fall
Pier 21, Canada's Immigration Museum
1055 Marginal Road, Halifax
7pm to 9:30pm
We have partnered with Pier 21 Canada's Immigration Museum to Celebrate 30 Years in Canada. We need all your support for this very exciting year of free movies, photo exhibition and cultural gala. Please join us at our first planning meeting. NOTE: THE DATES AND MOVIE TITLES ON THE POSTER ARE TENTATIVE. PLEASE REFER TO OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR UPDATES.
Lunar New Year is all about food, fun, and family. Join us as we celebrate the
Year of the Tiger on Valentine's Day:
St Andrew's Community Centre
6955 Bayer's Road, Halifax
5pm to 10pm
All are invited to Son Pham's Farewell reception on Sunday, January 31st from 3:30-5:30pm at Bethany United Church Hall on Joseph Howe near the Armdale Rotary. We met and raised funds for Son in October 2007 and this February he will be making his journey back to Vietnam - just in time for Tet. Click here to read an update and see what Son looks like now.
NEW YEAR POTLUCK - We have rescheduled our potluck to Sunday January 3rd from 2-4pm at St Andrew's Community Centre. Hope to see you there!
Dec20/09 - Due to the weather, the Christmas Party has been CANCELLED. Thanks to those of you who braved the storm and showed up tonight!
Have a wonderful holiday season with your loved ones and see you all in the New Year.
Nhân được tin buồn Bà Trần Thị Phấn thân mẫu của Chị Trần Thị Hường và Anh Nguyễn Ngọc Thiên vừa qua đời tại thị xã Bến Tre, Việt Nam vào ngày 29 tháng 10 năm 2009, hưởng thọ 70 tuổi. Hội Người Việt Nova Scotia xin thành thực chia buồn cùng gia đình và tang quyến. Cầu chúc hương hồn Bà sớm an vui miền tiên cảnh.
Our sincerest condolences to Mrs. Trần Thị Hường and her family on the death of her mother, Mrs. Trần Thị Phấn, who passed away at the age of 70, on October 29, 2009 in Bến Tre, Việt Nam. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Vietnamese Language Classes will be held on Sunday Oct 4th from 2-4pm. Students will remain behind to prepare for the Harvest Moon Festival which is from 5-8pm at St. Andrew's Community Center. All are invited to join us for a potluck supper and view a slideshow of the recent family retreat. Following will be a fashion show, talent contest, lantern contest & parade, draws and prizes. Please contact us asap if you have kids who want to participate in any of the performances. Hope to see you all there!
Nhân được tin buồn thân phụ của Chị Trần Thị Nguyệt Bạch và Anh Linh Minh Sơn thành viên Ban Chấp Hành Hội là cụ ông Trần Văn Kiệm đã mệnh chung vào ngày mùng 2 tháng 8 năm 2009 Âm lịch tại Trà Vinh, tỉnh Vĩnh Bình, Việt Nam. Hưởng thọ 98 tuổi. Xin thành kính phân ưu cùng tang quyến, nguyện xin tam bảo gia hộ hưong linh cụ ông sớm an vui cực lạc Quốc.
Our sincerest condolences to Mrs. Trần Thị Nguyệt Bạch and her family on the death of her father, Mr. Trần Văn Kiệm, who passed away at the age of 98, on September 20, 2009 in Trà Vinh, Việt Nam. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Our first Family Retreat was such a success that we've decided to host another one - this time at Camp Kidston in Middle Musquodoboit. The camp overlooks Long Lake for swimming and canoeing, a playing field, trails for nature walks and the opportunity to enjoy the peace and quiet of a private country setting. There are is a huge lodge for eating and entertainment, five cabins that will fit a total of 90 people, and a more luxurious lodge with 6 private bedrooms for our senior community members. Register early to reserve your bed or bunk!
Sư Cô Tịnh Quan tên thật là Minh Nguyễn, đến nước Mỹ năm 1975, hiện đang trụ trì tại Tu Viện Quan Âm Redlands, California. Sư Cô bắt đầu đi tu vào năm 1989, đến năm 1999 Sư Cô trở lại trường và Sư Cô đã đạt được bằng Tiến Sĩ Phật Học vào năm 2007. Nhân dịp Sư Cô đến Halifax, chúng tôi xin mời tất cả các quý vị Phật Tử và đồng bào đến, để cùng nhau cầu nguyện cho sự an lành của gia đình mình va nhân loại.
Chương trình của ngày chủ nhật 30 tháng 8 năm 2009:
St. Andrew‘s Community Recreation Center
6955 Bayers Road, Halifax, NS
11:00 đọc kinh Vu Lan, Lễ Phật cúng Ngọ
12:00 ăn cơm trưa (xin quý Phật Tử và đồng bào mang đồ ăn chay)
Father Hanh (Cha Hanh) will be visiting us from Newfoundland and will be holding a traditional Catholic mass on Sunday August 9 at 4pm. All are welcome to join in the service to be conducted in Vietnamese. There is a potluck supper after the service so bring your specialty dish and give a warm welcome to Cha Hanh. More details here.
We are very pleased to announce that we have hired three students to work for the association this summer. Kayla, Keith and Nhi will be tasked with planning different activities that will bring children, youth and adults together for an exciting and fun-filled summer. We encourage all to come out to their events and to contact them if you have any comments and/or questions. They can be found on Facebook, or by emailing vietyouth2009@gmail.com.
Quite a large number of community members were able to join our group of dancers to Yarmouth where they performed at the Tri-County Multicultural Festival. They shone on stage once again with their ribbon dance and flower dance. Thanks to these beautiful girls who represent our culture so well, to all those who came out to support them, and to the Yarmouth families who welcomed and fed us to the fullest!
Many thanks to all the volunteers who helped us with the multicultural festival this year. Our food was a crowd pleaser, and our girls graced the audience with their spring dance. Overall a successful event thanks to your continuing support!
We have once again been awarded funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program from Service Canda to hire Summer Student Workers. The deadline is fast approaching for university/college students! And even though the deadline for high school students is several weeks away, we would ask that they contact us with their intention to apply asap. Details and deadlines here. Make the most of your summer break!
Hội Người Việt trân trọng kính mời tất cả các bạn và quý đồng hương đến tham gia đông đủ để cộng đồng chúng ta có thể tiếp tục hoạt động chặt chẽ và mạnh mẽ hơn.
St. Andrew‘s Community Recreation Center
6955 Bayers Road, Halifax, NS
2-4pm, Sunday, March 22, 2009
Nhân được tin buồn Anh Ngô Ngọc Tuấn sinh năm 1961 đã từ trần ngày 23-02-2009. BCH Hội Người Việt Nova Scotia xin thành thực chia buồn cùng gia đình và toàn thể tang quyến. Cầu chúc hương hồn anh sớm an vui miền tiên cảnh và về với Chúa.
Our sincerest condolences to Mrs. Hong Ngo and her family on the death of her husband, Mr. Tuan Ngo, who passed away on February 23, 2009 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Chúc Mừng Năm Mới! We thank all who came out to celebrate the Year of the Water Buffalo with us. Special thanks to everyone who helped with the amazing performances, delicious food, and beautiful decorations. It was truly a night to remember! Thanks again to Minh for taking pictures of the event!
We invite everyone to join us in celebrating the Lunar New Year. There will be lion dances, cultural performances, prizes and ending with karaoke/open floor dance. Foods and drinks will be provided by the Association for a small fee. It will be a fun time so bring your family and friends and celebrate the Year of the Water Buffalo with us on Saturday January 24, 2009 from 5pm-11pm at St Theresa's Church Hall.
The Vietnamese Association of Nova Scotia invites everyone to our annual meeting to discuss about our current events and upcoming events. Hope to see everyone there!
St. Andrew‘s Community Recreation Center
6955 Bayers Road, Halifax, NS
3-5pm, Sunday, November 2, 2008
- Chương trình họp / Topics to be discussed
- 161 Người tị nạn tại Phi / 161 remaining refugees in Philippine
- Viện bảo tàng thuyền nhân / Boat People museum in Ottawa
- VIP, Lớp Việt Ngử / Vietnamese Intergeneration Projet
- Tường trình ngân quỷ của Hội Người Việt 2008 / VietNS finance
- Chương trình tổ chức Tết Kỷ Sửu 2009 / Upcoming Lunar New Year
Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner- 'Tis the season for giving thanks... and we are going to give a special THANK YOU! TO OUR VOLUNTEERS who have worked so hard for the VIP and VietNS over the past year. Please join us Sunday October 12 from 4:30pm until 8:30pm and bring along a specialty dish to share.
Nhân được tin buồn Bà Trần Thị Hưởng thân mẫu của Chị Nguyễn Thị Thu Thủy (Ủy viên xà Hội) đã từ trần ngày 23 tháng 09 năm 2008 tại thành phố Long Xuyên hưởng thọ 73 tuổi Hội Người Việt xin chân thành chia buồn cùng gia đình chị và tang quyến, Nguyện cầu hương hồn cụ sớm phiêu diêu cỏi niết bàn.
Our sincerest condolences to Mrs. Thuy Truong (Association Social Coordinator) and her family on the death of her mother, Mrs. Hưởng Thị Trần, who passed away at the age of 73 on September 23, 2008 in Long Xuyên, Việt Nam. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Sunday September 14 from 2pm-4pm at St Andrews Recreation Centre. We will be celebrating the Harvest Moon Festival immediately following classes, from 4pm-8pm in the gymnasium. There will be a potluck supper, dance performances, talent show, and lantern contest & parade. Hope to see you all there!
- WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP:
- - Sleeping Bag/Blankets , Pillow, Sleep Clothes
- - Sweater/Jacket, Long pants, T-Shirts, Shorts
- - Sneakers, Flip Flops, Socks, Underwear
- - Swimsuit, Beach Towel, Bath Towel
- - Tooth Brush/Tooth Paste, Soap, Shampoo
- - Flash Light, Sports Balls, Water/Beach Toys
- - Sunscreen, Bug Spray, Hat Optional: Hammock, Umbrella, Camera, Snacks
- BRING TO LANTERN-MAKING WORKSHOP
- - small scissors
- - masking tape (narrow)
- - glue stick Bringing these items will make the process faster as you won't need to share with our limited supplies.
Start your packing and see you all there!
We are very excited to be holding our first Family Retreat at Camp Mush-a-Mush from August 30th to September 1st. The Vietnamese community will have a chance to enjoy the outdoors (swim, canoe, sports, campfires), and have the "luxury" of sleeping in cabins and cooking and eating our own traditional meals in the dining hall. We are very fortunate to have been able to book out the entire campsite which will allow us the chance to renew old friendships and establish new ones at our leisure. Hope to see you this Labour Day weekend! For more information, please see:
- Facebook Page
- Vietnamese Brochure
- English Brochure
- Camp Mush-a-Mush
- Map
Please let us know by August 16th if you intend to join us.
as our Vietnamese Youth Worker. She will be assisting the Vietnamese Youth Coordinator, Mai Nguyen in the planning of events and activities this summer. Please click on the Youth Group link for upcoming events and news regarding youth activities.
out and helped/supported/volunteered to make this the most successful multicultural event ever. The festival was highlighted by two dance performances by students of the Vietnamese language classes - they were awesome! Congrats and thanks to all those involved in getting these talented kids on the stage. Pictures from the festival have been added to the gallery. We'll be adding some video clips of the performances shortly. In the meantime, have a peek at Jennifer's version under Posted Items.
Metro newspaper comments on our food at the MultiFest:
"At midday yesterday, the longest lines inside the tent were for ice cream and lemonade, but the Vietnamese Association was giving them a run for their money.
“We’re in line purely because the food looks amazing,” said Heather Clem of the beef kebabs, spring rolls and mango shakes for sale."
Vietnamese Youth Coordinator. Please click on the Youth Group link for upcoming events and news regarding youth activities. Just a reminder that the deadline for the High School summer positions is June 23. Details here.
We had a very successful first language class with 36 students! If you haven't signed up yet and would like to join, please contact us. We are also holding Tai Chi classes for adults starting March 16. Check back for more information.
St. Andrew‘s Community Recreation Center
6955 Bayers Road, Halifax, NS
1 - 2 pm, Sunday, February 17, 2008
dự buổi họp mặt mừng Xuân Mậu Tý 2008. Chương trình mừng Xuân gồm những tiết mục hấp dẫn như: múa lân,văn nghệ nhạc sống, lì xì, karaoke, xổ số, và khiêu vũ. Đặc biệt năm nay Hội Người Việt sẽ có bán những thức ăn truyền thống Việt Nam để chúng ta cùng chung vui đêm mừng xuân Mậu Tý.
St. Andrew‘s Community Recreation Center
6955 Bayers Road, Halifax, NS
5 pm, Sunday, February 3, 2008