Bdcans Bulletin

04/25/2026

BDCANS Pohela Boisakh & Asian Heritage Month Celebration 2026 - Promotional Picture

(Only 20 seats left)
Date & Time :- Sun May 3rd 2026 10 AM - 8 PM
Venue :- St. Mary's Boat Club, 1641 Fairfield Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 2A6
Registration form (MUST) :- https://forms.gle/Z9aodwfBYH89KmZd7

Pictures from 2025 Event. We are sharing this first time after recovering the pictures which had some technical issues before. Our team worked hard to recover these pictures.

04/18/2026

04/18/2026

BDCANS Pohela Boisakh & Asian Heritage Month

Date & Time :- Sun May 3rd 2026 10 AM - 8 PM
Venue :- St. Mary's Boat Club, 1641 Fairfield Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 2A6

Registration form (MUST) :- https://forms.gle/Z9aodwfBYH89KmZd7

03/15/2026

BDCANS Eid Get-Together Invitation & Registration

You are warmly invited to join BDCANs for a friendly Eid Get-Together as we celebrate community, friendship, and multicultural harmony.

📅 Sunday, March 22, 2026 🕖 7–9 PM
📍 Dessert Yard, 1636 Grafton St

🍰 Pay your own order (Whatever you like)
🎁 20% Eid discount from BDCANS

Registration Link (Must) :- https://forms.gle/eK5nHL9XoqknE55r8

Come enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation, desserts, and community spirit as we celebrate Eid and the values of respect, diversity, and friendship.

This gathering is an opportunity to celebrate Eid together with people from all backgrounds. Everyone is welcome — Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Our goal is to bring the community together, promote peace, celebrate multiculturalism, and stand united against racism and any kind of phobia.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,
Team BDCANS

03/06/2026

Heartfelt Thanks for Celebrating International Mother Language Day
Dear Principal, Teachers, and Students of Enfield District Elementary School,

On behalf of BDCANS, we would like to sincerely thank you for inviting us to be part of your International Mother Language Day celebration.

It was truly an honour to join your school community as you recognized the proclamation of International Mother Language Day by the Honourable Tim Houston, Premier of Nova Scotia, and Andy Fillmore, Mayor of Halifax. Their recognition highlights the importance of protecting and promoting mother languages across our province.

This year’s Olympic theme week made the celebration even more special. We were inspired to hear about students sharing greetings in their mother languages during the morning announcements and at dismissal. Giving students the opportunity to proudly speak and celebrate their languages is a powerful way to keep them alive and practiced.

We would especially like to commend the remarkable leadership of the principal and the dedication of the teachers in organizing meaningful activities, including the upcoming assembly where students will once again share greetings in their mother languages. Your commitment to fostering inclusion, diversity, and cultural pride is truly admirable.

It is wonderful to see a school community in Nova Scotia come together to celebrate International Mother Language Day and recognize the importance of preserving linguistic heritage. Efforts like yours help build understanding, respect, and unity among students from all backgrounds.

Thank you once again for your warm invitation and for the important work you are doing to celebrate and protect mother languages.

With sincere appreciation,
Bdcans

02/19/2026

Invitation to Attend Flag Raising Ceremony at Mayor Ofiice – Friday, 20th at 9:00 AM
Dear All,

You are warmly invited to attend the flag-raising ceremony at the Mayor’s Office tomorrow, Friday the 20th at 9:00 AM, to celebrate International Mother Language Day (IMLD).

During the ceremony, the City will officially proclaim February 21st as International Mother Language Day, recognizing the importance of preserving and promoting linguistic diversity in our community.

The event will last approximately 10 minutes. As it is during office hours and the weather is very cold, we kindly request everyone to attend for this brief time to show support and solidarity.

Your presence will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you there. Feel free to bring your own flag to represent your country.

This is the first time ever BDCANS has taken this initiative and will continue taking such initiative on other Bangladesh National Days.

Warm regards,
Team BDCANS

02/06/2026

Consular Service - How To Submit Application For E - Passport | BDCANS at Your Service

As I am getting too much call for E-Passport we would like to request all expatriates to apply for E-Passport using the following steps :-
Please create an account using https://epassport.gov.bd/onboarding
Please check your spam folder if you don't receive your account confirmation in your email in 5 minutes.
Please choose Canada and always use your Canadian address throughout the process where you need to put local address;
Once you are done with the account creation please log into the portal and click on "Apply for a new e-Passport" button at the top right corner;
Then choose "Ordinary Passport " and give necessary information in the following steps. Please make sure to use Canadian address for present address.
Please choose "Bangladesh Mission Ottawa";
If you have MRP then choose it and give "Conversion to EPASSSPORT" as reason for your passport request;
Please follow rest of the processes as per screen shots;
Click on "Download Application Form for Printing";
Once you are doen with all the steps you will get your application details in the email (Please check your spam folder);
Under your ID you can apply for 6 applications (spuse, children).
Please take print out of all of your applications.
you can pay by your debit and credit card at the venue.
Your consular service schedule must be notified by now.
please bring necessary documents as per below link during the consular service - https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/en/site/page/E-Passport
Consular Service details :-
Venue:
Inspiration Studio SH212
Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre
Saint Mary’s University
5907 Gorsebrook Avenue
Halifax, NS B3H 1G3
Date & Time: Feb 7 & 8 , 2026
Fees :- https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/en/site/page/consular-f
High Commission Website:- https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/
Please make sure to fill up online form for respective services using the High commission website. We can pay by credit or debit card on the spot.
Everybody is cordially requested to have E-Passport and bring required documents and follow the instruction as per https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/en/site/page/E-Passport
If you have any query please reach out to the Bangladesh High Commission.

(hope you have registered and got your appointment) if you didn't get your schedule let me know at 902 449 1316).

01/16/2026

Consular Service In Halifax - Feb 7 & 8 , 2026

Dear Respected Community Members,

The High Commission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh in Ottawa will provide consular services( E-Passport, NVR (No Visa Required), Visa, Attestation, Birth Certificate, Power of Attorney) in Nova Scotia to expatriate Bangladeshis as follows :
Venue :- [You will get confirmation from the high commission upon registration regarding the venue. Please keep an eye on the High Commission website.]
Date & Time: Feb 7 & 8 , 2026 (As per website)
Registration link :- https://bit.ly/49Oh4lI

Please visit the following links for necessary documents required for the requested service(s):
For E-Passport https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952668a35ce18e1c05a9ea6
For Visa and No Visa Required https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952667635ce18e1c05a94df
General Visa :- https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/695266a835ce18e1c05aa9ca
Birth Registration Certificate :- https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/695266a735ce18e1c05aa9a1
For Power of Attorney https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952669235ce18e1c05aa20ehttps://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952668d35ce18e1c05a9fae
For NID https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952668d35ce18e1c05a9fae
Police Clearance Bangladesh Nationals https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952668135ce18e1c05a9a4f
Police Clearance Foreign Nationals https://ottawa.mofa.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6952668635ce18e1c05a9c90

Please make sure to bring the required bank draft or money order , fill up online form for respective services using the High Commission website.

We can pay by debit or credit card at the venue. For NVR for your child, you may find the attached sample declaration helpful.

The consular team is very efficient but sometimes due to any technical or other unforeseen circumstances services can be delayed. Your cooperation is highly appreciated.

Note :- Those who will be travelling from Fredericton, New Brunswick, PEI, Truro, Sydney etc if you need any help (kids help, accommodation, food etc feel free to let us know. We are at your service during this winter season. Feel free to stay at my home. You are not alone.

Regards,
Md. Golam Kibria Talukder
BDCANS

09/17/2025

On behalf of the Bangladesh Community Association of Nova Scotia (BDCANS), we extend our heartfelt gratitude to His Honour, the Honourable Lieutenant Governor Mike Savage, ONS, for graciously hosting the Rabindra–Nazrul Evening at Government House.

This special occasion allowed us to celebrate the timeless works of Rabindranath Tagore and our National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, while also promoting cultural diversity and preserving our own cultural heritage. Your Honour’s generous support has provided our community with an opportunity to share the richness of Bengali literature, music, and art with the wider Nova Scotian society.

We are deeply honoured by your encouragement and commitment to inclusivity, which inspires us to continue building bridges across cultures in Nova Scotia.

With sincere appreciation,
Bangladesh Community Association of Nova Scotia (BDCANS)

09/01/2025

Evenings @ Government House [ BDCANS Rabindra and Nazrul Sandha 2025 ] Tuesday, September 16th at 7:00 PM

Dear Respected Community Members,

Bangladesh Community Association of NovaScotia would like to invite you to a special cultural evening which will honor the timeless works of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore and National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam,

Date & Time : Tuesday, September 16th at 7:00 PM
Venue :- Government House (1451 Barrington Street). Doors open at 6:30 PM and performances begin at 7:00 PM.
**Followed by a dessert reception at 8 PM.

Registration Form (MUST) :- http://bit.ly/4g2FzhF

Note :- In the registration form above "Event you would like to attend" please write "Bangladesh Community Association of Nova Scotia Tuesday, Sep 16th at 7:00 PM"

First come first serve basis. As we have limited sit please make sure to come if you register. Without registration nobody will be allowed to enter. This event is free and open for all.

Warm Regards,
Md Golam Kibria Talukder
Chairperson, Bangladesh Community Association of Nova Nova Scotia