Rise Up And Soar Community

Rise Up And Soar Community Together, We Rise. Together, We Soar.

11/24/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Rise Up And Soar Community Diwali Celebration.

Opening the evening and welcoming our community to a night of culture, connection, and unity was truly an honour.

Diwali reminds us of the power of light, hope, and togetherness and seeing families, neighbours, youth, and community partners gathered under one roof showed exactly what “soaring together” looks like.

A heartfelt thank-you to Prime Asia Canada for attending and creating this beautiful highlight video that captured the spirit of the night so well.

Our mission remains the same:
Building stronger communities through cultural celebration, youth empowerment, and meaningful connections.

Thank you for being part of this journey.
We continue to soar together. 🕊️✨

With gratitude,
Monica Singh Soares
Founder, Rise Up And Soar Community
Councillor, Township of Southgate

Community partners make all the difference.We were honoured to host our RUAS Diwali Celebration at the Dundalk Legion, a...
11/16/2025

Community partners make all the difference.
We were honoured to host our RUAS Diwali Celebration at the Dundalk Legion, a space filled with warmth, history, and community pride.

A heartfelt thank you to Dianna Seeley, Shannon Larsen, President Don Patton, and the entire Dundalk Legion team for supporting this event and celebrating with us. Your kindness, cooperation, and commitment to our community helped make the evening truly special.

A special appreciation to Dianna Seeley for providing the beautiful chair covers, tablecloths, and decorative bows that elevated the entire atmosphere. Your eye for detail added such elegance to the celebration, and your service would be an asset to any event.

Thank you for welcoming RUAS into this beautiful space and for being incredible partners in building a community where every family feels included, valued, and celebrated.

Together we rise.
Together we soar. 🕊️✨

DUNDALK LEGION Br 285

A moment to never forget. 🧡💛💚💙During our RUAS Diwali Night in Dundalk, a young boy bravely came up and said he wanted to...
11/16/2025

A moment to never forget. 🧡💛💚💙
During our RUAS Diwali Night in Dundalk, a young boy bravely came up and said he wanted to sing. He was shy at first, but with a little encouragement, he shared his voice with all of us and the entire room lit up.

These are the moments that remind us why community matters:
When children feel safe enough to step forward,
when families cheer for every child,
when cultures and generations gather as one…
that is the true spirit of Diwali.

Thank you to each family who joined us, filled the room with joy, and made this celebration unforgettable.
Together we rise.
Together we soar. 🕊️✨

✨ RUAS Diwali 2025 – Honouring Our Bharathanatyam Dancers Heritage • Youth • Art • Community Unity ✨Our Diwali celebrati...
11/14/2025

✨ RUAS Diwali 2025 – Honouring Our Bharathanatyam Dancers

Heritage • Youth • Art • Community Unity ✨

Our Diwali celebration this year was illuminated by the beauty and tradition of Bharathanatyam, one of the oldest and most cherished classical dance forms of South Asia.

These young artists carried the elegance, discipline, and storytelling of this sacred art with grace beyond their years.

A heartfelt thank you to our talented dancers:

🌺 Hanishka Arunmauran
🌺 Aavani Potkodi Arulrajah
🌺 Pranayah Tharsikan
🌺 Praniyah Tharsikan
🌺 Amisha Kobiraj
🌺 Thendral Prasanna

Each of you brought life to the stage with your precision, expression, and dedication to preserving cultural heritage. Your performances reminded us that when we empower youth with platforms to showcase their art, we strengthen our entire community.

To the families, teachers, and mentors who poured into these young dancers: thank you for nurturing the next generation of cultural ambassadors.

Together we rise.
Together we soar. 🕊️✨

South East Grey Community Health Centre

10/29/2025

Light has a way of gathering people. ✨
What we witnessed in Dundalk was more than an event. It was community in motion.

Our 3rd Annual Festival of Lights brought together people from all backgrounds, families, neighbours, businesses, performers, youth, seniors, and community partners. We celebrated culture, heritage, and the simple yet powerful truth that when we show up for one another, we all rise.

To everyone who attended, volunteered, performed, shared, supported, and welcomed others: thank you. Your presence is what made this night meaningful.

This is what it looks like when a community chooses connection.
This is how we build belonging.
This is how we soar, together. 🕊️

Thank you to all of our volunteers, sponsors, special guests, and well-wishers: without you, none of this would be possible.

Check out our highlight reel! More pics/videos to come.

With gratitude,
Monica Singh Soares
Founder, Rise Up and Soar Community
Together We Rise. Together We Soar.


DUNDALK LEGION Br 285 South East Grey Community Health Centre South Grey Chamber of Commerce Southgate Economic Development Ice River Sustainable Solutions Shelburne Downtown Dental Alex Ruff, MP South Grey News

🌟 Soaring Sponsor Spotlight!We’re thrilled to welcome Hayal Kurdish Restaurant as a Soaring Sponsor for the 3rd Annual D...
10/14/2025

🌟 Soaring Sponsor Spotlight!

We’re thrilled to welcome Hayal Kurdish Restaurant as a Soaring Sponsor for the 3rd Annual Diwali in Dundalk!

Proudly serving authentic Kurdish cuisine with heart, Hayal brings people together through flavour, culture, and hospitality. Their support reflects the true spirit of community where traditions are shared, neighbours connect, and good food brings joy to every table. 🍽️❤️

This Diwali, we are grateful to stand with Hayal Kurdish Restaurant in celebrating unity through diversity.

🪔 Friday, October 10 | Royal Canadian Legion Dundalk

South Grey Chamber of Commerce

Happy Thanksgiving from the Rise Up And Soar Community family! 🍂🧡Today, we are grateful for the power of community for n...
10/12/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Rise Up And Soar Community family! 🍂🧡

Today, we are grateful for the power of community for neighbors helping neighbors, volunteers who show up with heart, families who serve together, and partners who believe in building a strong and inclusive Canada.

To every person who has supported our cultural celebrations, youth initiatives, mental health awareness events, and community outreach — Thank You. You are the reason this movement is growing.

Wishing you and your loved ones a beautiful Thanksgiving filled with peace, connection, and gratitude.

Join us! Connect by email: [email protected] or DM us :)

Together, We Rise. Together, We Soar.
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