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- 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Event
- 25th Annual Interfaith Celebration
The 25th Annual Interfaith & Multicultural CelebrationOctober 4, 2025 Topic: When faith meets reality The event shoneContinue reading “25th Annual Interfaith Celebration” - 2025 Seniors Day Photos
The Shaama Centre set up again a successful and well enjoyed event for seniors, their families,Continue reading “2025 Seniors Day Photos”
Welcome to the Shaama Centre!
Shaama means light or candle, and reflects the light of wisdom we see in the seniors and women who come to us. It also represents how we see ourselves: as a source of hope.
What We Do
The Shaama Centre is a dynamic community hub that offers a range of activities and services that enhance the quality of life for our seniors, women and their families especially those who are isolated because of social and physical barriers.
With a special focus on South Asian communities, the Shaama Centre
offers educational, social, and recreational programs and services in a safe
gathering place with trained staff.
We are pleased to serve the Edmonton community for over 30 years. As an
non-profit registered charity, we are supported by our board of directors,
the government, and our generous community.
Vision Statement
Successful integration and participation of newcomers in a welcoming community.
Mission Statement
The Shaama Centre serves by providing people with counselling,
education, and other supports to achieve participation and integration, for an improved qualify of life.
Our Values
- All people deserve respect, dignity, acceptance, and support
- A safe and friendly environment nurtures participation
- Knowledge and information increase personal capacity
- Diversity and interdependence strengthen and enrich the community