QBSA-Queen's Bangladeshi Students' Association

QBSA-Queen's Bangladeshi Students' Association QBSA is a Non profit association of Queen's University, Kingston. Our main goal is to promote our Ba

Statement from Queen's Bangladeshi Students' AssociationWe, Queen's Bangladeshi Students' Association in Canada, are dee...
04/29/2026

Statement from Queen's Bangladeshi Students' Association

We, Queen's Bangladeshi Students' Association in Canada, are deeply saddened and heartbroken by the tragic killing of Bangladeshi students in South Florida, Zamil Ahamed Limon and Nahida Sultana Bristy.

At this painful moment, we express our deepest condolences to their families, friends, classmates, and loved ones. No words can fully capture the grief of losing young lives with dreams, promise, and futures ahead of them. Our thoughts remain especially with their parents, who are facing an unimaginable loss far from home.

We stand in solidarity with the Bangladeshi student community in South Florida and with the broader Bangladeshi diaspora during this grave and difficult time. We call for a fair, transparent, and just investigation, and we hope that justice will be served with urgency and accountability.

We also urge Bangladeshi communities, student associations, and diaspora organizations across North America and beyond to come together in unity, compassion, and collective support. In moments like this, our strength lies in standing beside one another.

We encourage those who are able to support the families through the official fundraising effort created for the deceased. Contributions, no matter the amount, can help provide care and assistance to the grieving families during this difficult time:

GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/893508ae8

We want to remind everyone to keep your safety and mental health at the top of your priority list. Please stay alert, check in with your friends, and support each other. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or just need someone to talk to, don’t hesitate to contact the Association. You can also access Queen's resources like Student Wellness Services or the International Centre (QUIC) whenever you need them.

May Zamil Ahamed Limon and Nahida Sultana Bristy rest in peace. May their families find strength, care, and justice.

Thank you, Hon. Mark Gerretsen, for recognizing and supporting our International Mother Language Day event. We truly app...
04/25/2026

Thank you, Hon. Mark Gerretsen, for recognizing and supporting our International Mother Language Day event. We truly appreciate your encouragement and support for linguistic diversity, cultural heritage, and community celebration in Kingston.

⏰ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER — APRIL 20! Please also note that, as the event falls on a weekday, we have updated ...
04/20/2026

⏰ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER — APRIL 20!

Please also note that, as the event falls on a weekday, we have updated the program schedule to better accommodate all attendees.

Updated Program Overview

Date: Friday, April 24, 2026

Venue: Grant Hall, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON K7L 3N5



Schedule:

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM | Reception and welcome remarks

6:15 PM – 7:45 PM | Cultural performances honouring linguistic and cultural diversity

7:45 PM – 8:30 PM | Dinner and networking

8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Closing segment celebrating unity, heritage, and inclusion



👉 Registration form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/84RSKKs0RX

🌍 International Mother Language Day Celebration 2026 (IMLD26)Join us for an evening of language, culture, memory, and co...
04/10/2026

🌍 International Mother Language Day Celebration 2026 (IMLD26)

Join us for an evening of language, culture, memory, and community as we celebrate the beauty of our mother languages and the diversity they bring to our shared world.

📅 Date: Friday, April 24, 2026�
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM �
📍 Venue: Grant Hall, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON K7L 3N5�📝 Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026

Registration Fees
* Kids below 5: Free
* Kids 5–13: $10
* Ages 13+: $15
* Queen’s students: $18
* Adults: $22

Payment
After filling out the form, Please send your total registration amount via Interac e-Transfer to: [email protected]

As part of IMLD26, we are also launching a special campaign: “A Message for World Peace in Your Language.”

We invite you to share a short peace message in your own mother language, along with its English meaning. Selected messages will be featured and shared during our IMLD26 event as part of our collective celebration of linguistic diversity, unity, and global harmony.

Want to perform?
We welcome cultural performances that reflect language, heritage, and community spirit.

If your kid is participating in the Art Exhibition, after submitting the form email us a clear scanned copy of the drawing (with a description and the name of the artist) to [email protected] by April 20.

To join us (whether to attend, perform, or both) - please fill out the form below:: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/84RSKKs0RX

You can also scan the QR code on the poster to register.

A timeless voice of Bengal, Rabindranath Tagore’s work continues to inspire the identity, unity, and pride in Bangladesh...
03/27/2026

A timeless voice of Bengal, Rabindranath Tagore’s work continues to inspire the identity, unity, and pride in Bangladesh. # Literature

Today we celebrate Bangladesh Independence Day, marking 55 years since Bangladesh emerged as a symbol of resilience, cou...
03/26/2026

Today we celebrate Bangladesh Independence Day, marking 55 years since Bangladesh emerged as a symbol of resilience, courage, and the unbreakable spirit of the people.
This day commemorates the sacrifices of countless heroes who bravely fought for freedom, dignity, and the to self-determination. The significance lies not only in the birth of Bangladesh as a nation, but in the enduring values of justice, perseverance, and unity that continue to define Bangladesh’s journey.
As we honour the legacy of Independence Day, we are reminded of the strength that comes from standing in unity and the responsibility to carry forward these ideals for future generations.
Joy Bangla! 🇧🇩

Eid Mubarak!
03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak!

In honour of Bangladeshi Heritage Month, the QBSA would like to highlight Begum Rokeya! She was a visionary writer and s...
03/18/2026

In honour of Bangladeshi Heritage Month, the QBSA would like to highlight Begum Rokeya! She was a visionary writer and social reformer, best known for her story Sultana’s Dream, as trailblazing book switching gender roles, imagining a world led by women through science, logic, and education, challenging patriarchal norms of the time.

Beyond her writing, she was an advocate of girls’ education and continues to be a symbol of progression and gender equality in Bangladesh.

We at QBSA highly recommend reading Sultana’s Dream!

In honour of Bangladeshi Heritage Month the QBSA would like to highlight some key figures in Bangladeshi history. The fi...
03/13/2026

In honour of Bangladeshi Heritage Month the QBSA would like to highlight some key figures in Bangladeshi history. The first person we will be highlighting Begum Sufia Kamal! A famous poet and activist who played a key role in the fight for democratic rights, women's rights, and secular values.

During Bangladeshi Heritage Month we celebrate the strength, stories, and people of Bangladesh. We honour our rich cultu...
03/03/2026

During Bangladeshi Heritage Month we celebrate the strength, stories, and people of Bangladesh. We honour our rich culture, traditions, and resilience that have shaped our identity. From our language and literature to food, textile, and community, our heritage endures with each generation. 🇧🇩

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Kingston, ON
K7L3N6

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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