Khalsa Diwan Society Vancouver, Sikh gurdwara in South Vancouver, Canada
The Khalsa Diwan Society is a Sikh temple located in South Vancouver at the corner of Ross Street and Southwest Marine Drive. The building displays architecture inspired by Indian design principles and contains spaces for worship, meditation, and various community activities.
The organization was founded in 1906 and officially registered in 1909, with the first Sikh temple built at 1866 West 2nd Avenue. The building became an important landmark for the growing Sikh community in the city.
This place serves as a gathering point where people come together to worship and share meals as one community. The langar, a free communal kitchen, welcomes everyone regardless of faith or background, reflecting a core Sikh principle of equality.
Visitors can partake in free daily meals at the communal kitchen, which is open to everyone. The grounds also offer space for private ceremonies and cultural learning programs, making it a place for different kinds of activities.
In 2018, Vancouver City Council renamed Ross Street to Khalsa Diwan Road to honor the temple's contribution to community development. This name change reflects how much the institution is valued in the city.
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