VANCOUVER
A number of Goans in Vancouver showcased their traditions while bidding goodbye to 2024 and welcoming 2025 with style and vigour at a party hosted by the Goan Overseas Association (G.O.A) Vancouver.
The event took place at the Riverside Banquet Hall Richmond BC, and guests, both young and old, danced the night away to the music of DJ Paul, amid continuous requests for the music to go on.
The emcee's Andrew Nazareth and Lara Victoria kept the crowd entertained with their wit.
The buffet was a spread of variety dishes and traditional Goan food.
In his speech, GOA Vancouver President John Braganza acknowledged the dedicated team of individuals who poured their hearts and souls into organising events that bring Goans together.
He thanked his core team Darryl Fernandes (Vice President), Crystal-Ann Fernandes (Treasurer), Beatrice Pereira (Communications), Bina D'Souza (Social Director) and Palmira Braganza (Core Secretary) for coordinating the event.
He also praised the G.O.A Vancouver executive team, Andrew Nazareth, Anne Da Silva, Ashney Rebello, Caroline D'Sa, Crystal Menezes, Doris Amaral, Judith Braganza, Rita D'Souza, Stacy Fernandes, Savio Menezes, Sharon Sequeira and Vila Pinto for their support at the event.
“These are individuals whose expertise lights up our events, whose talents transform ideas into reality, and whose skills ensure that every detail is meticulously crafted,” acknowledged GOA Vancouver President John Braganza.
He also acknowledged the sponsors and all those who donated giveaways for prizes.
“We also thank all who came and patronised the event and lend us support with their participation and involvement with the Association. Your continued support has been the driving force behind our Association's success, and we look forward to your participation and involvement in all our events,” said Braganza.
He informed that the G.O.A Vancouver would soon be sharing with you the calendar of events for 2025.
G.O.A. VANCOUVER
The Goan community in Vancouver has been celebrating Goan culture and identity for nearly five decades, ever since the Goan Overseas Association Vancouver (G.O.A. Vancouver) was set up in 1976.
Goans have arrived from not only Goa but from various other parts of the world like East Africa, UK, Middle East, India, Pakistan, etc. Together, they have brought Goan culture and traditions and efforts are made to keep them alive in the community.
The Goan community organises many cultural, sports and religious events to promote Goan culture, while values are passed on to the next generation.
It is through this community involvement that Goans keep their identity alive, and they continue to develop new initiatives and programmes to better serve the community in Vancouver.
The G.O.A. Vancouver President John Braganza and his team have been working tirelessly to organise events for the Goan community in Vancouver. Over the years, the Goan community has organised a number of events and has also planned various initiatives.
