Parya has successfully executed many programs since December of 2007. Areas of service include of health & wellness, education, arts, culture, sports and active living, with an emphasis on senior and youth programming.
We seek to ensure that Iranian-Canadians have a safe and welcoming space in which to gather and develop new relationships. It is with this goal in mind that programs such as chess and backgammon tournaments, and presentations by distinguished visiting lecturers at Parya. Most recently, a large Persian New Year dinner was held for over 200 people who were new to Canada and away from both friends and family. Such recreational programs aim to decrease social isolation and to increase community involvement.
In addition to creating its own programming, the centre also opens its facilities to other Iranian-Canadian community organizations to host their own events. The Centre strives to bring the community together with dinners, cinema nights, concerts, outdoor picnics, and sport tournaments, and actively collaborate with its members to cross-promote events for the betterment of all.