Tamil Heritage Month
தமிழ் மரபுத் திங்கள்
TAMIL HERITAGE MONTH 2025’S OFFICIAL THEME
TAMIL HERITAGE MONTH 2025’S OFFICIAL THEME
TAMILVIBES
Celebrating Tamil Arts &Honouring Tamil Artists
Throughout the 16th annual Tamil Heritage Month, we will explore the histories and journey of Tamil arts and their influence on the world and cultural identity.
“Iyal, Isai, Natakam” stand as the three major pillars of Tamil arts and culture. It explores the importance of literature, music, and drama which creates the moral of voicing your thoughts through words, using music to evoke inner emotions, and using performing arts to share stories of life and beyond. Using these pillars as a backbone, every Tamil artform created since has been built with great storytelling and history which can be shown through various forms of dance, music, drama, instruments, sculpting, painting, film, clothing design, toys, and much more. As we continue to practice these artforms today in various parts of the world, we are able to join together to preserve Tamil heritage for the future generations. We are able to learn about the rich history and importance of Tamil arts and livelihood.
For centuries, the arts have been used as a form of communication, community building, storytelling, resistance, offerings, and preserving cultural identity. Throughout our 16th annual Tamil Heritage Month, we will be paying tribute to all artists and cultural pioneers engaged in all art-related professions and industries. This theme will show the past, present, and future of Tamil arts and ways for Tamil artists to make their mark in our world.
The official poster for the Tamil Heritage Month 2025 to be released on December 20th, 2025!
LIST OF PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS
Events
Tamil Heritage Month Opening Ceremony
Date and Time: Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 from 6pm-10pm
Description:
An evening launch event to celebrate the start of Tamil Heritage Month. Tamil Heritage Month aims to celebrate the history of Canada’s Tamil community and its contribution to the social, cultural, political and economic strength of Canada through the coordination of multiple community events and social initiatives. While recognizing our accomplishments and tracing our roots, the Tamil Heritage Month Council will provide opportunities to celebrate Tamils’ history in Canada. Refreshments will be provided, along with the great opportunity to learn and network with fellow leaders and organizations within the Tamil Community in the GTA.
RSVP Link Coming Soon!
Poster Contest
The Deadline is January 15th, 2025
Description: A contest that is open to Canadian artists and designers from ages 6-17, with various prizes available. The poster should depict any aspect of the past, present, and future of Tamil arts and artists. The poster can show the history of Tamil arts, different art forms, or the benefits of the arts. The theme will focus on celebrating the different elements of Tamil arts and Honouring Tamil artists. Posters must be submitted to tamilheritage@tamilcivicaction.com as a pdf or png.
30 Under 30
Description: 30 Under 30 is an annual recognition that focuses on acknowledging and promoting young talents and leaders within our Tamil community. 30 community leaders under the age of 30 are selected to be spotlighted for their contributions and hard work throughout a vast array of fields. This year we will be focusing on spotlighting 30 leaders in various industries within our community such as food & hospitality, arts & sports, business & entrepreneurship, trade & commerce, public sector & government services, and more! We are currently inviting people to self-nominate or recommend anyone they think is the perfect recipient for this recognition.
The deadline to nominate is December 20th, 2024!
Tamils in Arts Careers: Youth Leadership Series with OurTYM
Description: A leadership learning series for Tamil high school youth to learn about Tamil Heritage month and different Tamil leaders within various artistic fields of work. Volunteer hours will be provided to those youth that attend. Speakers will be providing an informational and interactive seminar to registered attendees. It is an invaluable opportunity to learn more about the educational and business resources, networking, journey through careers in performing arts, film and media, and visual arts. Conducted by OurTYM’s Leadership Series for high-school youth.
Tuesday, January 14th, 2025: Careers in Performing Arts
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025: Careers in Film and Media
Tuesday, January 28th, 2025: Careers in Visual Arts
Registration Link Coming Soon!
Seniors Got Talent
Date and Time: Sunday, January 26th, 2025 from 1pm-4pm
Location: Thamil Isai Kalaamanram
Description: After 4 years of competing virtually, our talented Tamil Seniors will be showcasing their artistic talents. Join us as we come together to celebrate many Senior organizations coming together to compete for the 5th Annual Seniors Got Talent
Tamil Vizha
Date and Time: Sunday, January 26th, 2025 from 4pm – 9pm
Location: Thamil Isai Kalaamanram
Description: An evening of performances, tributes, and celebrations of Tamil history and present growth. This event will be a form of entertainment and education in hopes to bring the community together. .
RSVP Link Coming Soon!