OUR CULTURE · OUR COMMUNITY

A little closer to Assam. A lot closer together.

A home for Assamese culture, celebrations, friendships and community life across British Columbia.

AAVAN artwork celebrating Assamese culture and the connection between Assam and Canada
Assamese heritage Community connections Celebrations across BC

ABOUT AAVAN

Where Assamese culture
feels at home.

AAVAN brings Assamese families, students and friends together across British Columbia through festivals, gatherings and shared experiences.

AAVAN community group photos featuring members gathered together at recent events
Moments that reflect the people and connections behind AAVAN.

WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHER

From familiar traditions to new friendships.

Whether you're new to British Columbia or have called it home for years, AAVAN is a place to celebrate Assamese culture, meet people and build meaningful connections across generations.

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Celebrate Assam

Enjoy Bihu, music, food and traditions that connect generations.

Meet your people

Find familiar faces and form friendships across British Columbia.

Stay connected

Take part in gatherings and shared experiences that bring us together.

WHAT'S ON

Good times.
Better together.

Cultural celebrations, community gatherings and occasions to meet old friends and make new ones.

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DISCOVER ASSAM

The place that
stays with us.

From the Brahmaputra and sweeping tea gardens to music, food and festival traditions — explore the stories and landscapes that connect us to Assam.

Discover Assam
Tea gardens in Assam
A heritage worth sharing across generations.

MEMBERSHIP

This is your community.
Be part of it.

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AAVAN membership helps sustain our celebrations, community events and connections. Choose the annual plan that fits you, and take part in something meaningful.

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