Our teams bring the light of Diwali to First National
Each year, more than a billion people gather worldwide to celebrate Diwali, the five-day festival of light, goodness, peace and positivity. This year, our teams in Vancouver and Toronto shared in the joy and meaning of this important event.
On the eve of Diwali, we began the day in both cities by decorating diyas. These small oil lamps serve as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance.
In Toronto, our diyas were displayed at a celebratory luncheon catered by Punjabi by Nature that featured a commemorative photo booth and a spin-the-wheel contest. In Vancouver, hand-decorated diyas were displayed in our office while we enjoyed a tasty meal fit for the occasion prepared by Bahubali Biryani House.
Beyond the food and fun, we encouraged our participants to submit one word to describe how they would light the way. True to form, we received many meaningful suggestions including joy, kindness, gratitude and love.
Words, of course, are important but actions always speak louder. So during Diwali and throughout the year, we commit ourselves to positive action and gathering knowledge from each other and our valued customers and partners.
Happy Diwali to everyone!
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