Books & Audiobooks
January is Tamil Heritage Month in Canada, a time to honour the history of Canada’s Tamil community and their contribution to the social, cultural, political and economic strength of Canada. Celebrate and learn more about Tamil heritage with the reading list and resources below.
Reading List
More Resources
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CBC Article: Celebrating Pongal in Canada
Waterloo newcomer Syamala Subashini T Sivasankaran shares her excitement to celebrate Pongal in Canada for the first time. Read the article here.
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National Film Board of Canada - Films
- Welcome to Canada tells the story of eight Sri Lankan Tamils who find temporary sanctuary in an isolated outport in Newfoundland after being rescued from certain death at sea by a group of fishermen.
- No More Tears Sister: Anatomy of Hope and Betrayal tells the story of the courageous and vibrant life of renowned human rights activist, Dr. Rajani Thiranagama.
- Blood and Water follows Sri Lankan Tamil Anton Ambrose as he searches for meaning in the face of overwhelming loss.
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Kanopy: Matangi/Maya/M.I.A. Documentary
Daughter of the founder of Sri Lanka’s armed Tamil resistance, recording artist M.I.A. is profiled in director Steve Loveridge’s Sundance award winning MATANGI / MAYA / M.I.A. documentary.
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Tamil Genocide Memorial
In 2025, a memorial site was built in Brampton to pay tribute to the thousands of Tamils who were victims of genocide in Sri Lanka.
Learn more: