Welcome to the Sri Lankan Friendship Association of BC(SLFABC)
Our vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive community of people with their roots going back to Sri Lanka who are living in British Columbia Canada thus fostering a sense of belonging and friendship. We strive to provide a platform for Sri Lankan Canadians to share their experiences, cultural heritage, and interests, as well as to promote social, cultural, and educational events.
Our Purpose
To promote and preserve the understanding of history, culture, and traditions of Sri Lanka and foster a better understanding of same among the residents of British Columbia and Canada.
To strive for recognition and acceptance of the Sri Lankan - Canadian community in the mainstream of Canadian society.
To represent the Sri Lankan - Canadian community of British Columbia at various government levels, ethnic associations and similar bodies
To provide recreational, cultural, educational, and sporting activities.
To build a community spirit, and promote friendship and cordiality among the Sri Lankan - Canadians residing in British Columbia.
To sponsor or organize activities to raise funds for the Association.
To receive donations or raise funds for charitable and other community service projects sponsored organized by the Association.
Board Members
2023-2024 Board Members
Renuka Amaradasa
President
Viraj Opananda
Vice President
Purnima Sadage
Secretary
Kaltih Nanayakkara
Assistant Secretary
Nishan Abeywardena
Treasurer
Anton Nelson
Assistant Treasurer
Nandanie Wijewardena
Board Member
Gina Amath
Board Member
Prishan Fernand
Board Member
Past Events
Dinner Dance 2023
Mark your calendars, Can't wait to see you all on Friday, December 1, at the annual SLFABC Dinner Dance 2023! Stay tuned for more information and updates.
Tickets and Sponsorship
For more information regarding tickets, sponsorship opportunities and the event, please contact one of the following SLFA BC board members:
Renuka Amaradasa 604-762-6474
Viraj Opananda 604-562-9764
Nandanie Wijewardena 604-537-5898
Anton Nelson 778-996-4400
Date and Venu
Dec 1st, 2023
Reflections Banquet & Convention Center
6638 152A St,
Surry, BC