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Welcome to the Gujarati Hindu Seniors Society (GHSS) in BC. Our mission is to bring together our senior community in a spirit of mutual friendship, providing regular cultural and religious events, and keeping our members informed of local community news. If you are 65 and over we welcome your membership. The cost is $150 CAD per person and you can join by filling in the online registration form below. We will respond within 48 hours and activate your membership upon approval.
Call (236) 837-GHSS (4477) for General Member Enquiries.
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Victoria (Swartz Bay) Ferry Trip & Picnic on Wed, June 3rd at 10:00 am

Members should make their own way to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal.

Use your own car or take the direct public bus from Bridgeport Station to the ferry terminal.

Do carry exact change for buses.

Please Bring a Photo ID card for Free Senior's Ferry Ticket.

We recommend bringing water or a thermos with tea and carrying cash for bus fares.

Please Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.

Parking is available at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal for approximately $20/day. Ride-sharing is encouraged.

We arrive in Swartz Bay at approximately 11:35 AM.

From there, we can take Bus Route #70 into Sidney BC where the picnic area is located.
Day Pass for bus is $5.

There are Indian restaurants within walking distance of Tulista Park.

This is intended to be a flexible and enjoyable social day trip for members.

We look forward to welcoming everyone.

Note 1: The 620 Tsawwassen Ferry / Bridgeport Station Express bus departs from Bay 12 at Bridgeport Station.

Note 2: The trip is being arranged but not sponsored by GHSS but cannot assume responsibility for your safety

Note 3: Some walking is required, please do not come if you have mobility issues.



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Daksha Ramesh Parikh December 18, 1950 – May 9, 2026

Daksha Ramesh Parikh passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, at the age of 75.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Daksha is survived by her loving husband, Rameshchandra Parikh; her sons, Amit Parikh and his wife Cari, and Anuj Parikh and his wife Anne; and her cherished grandson, Marcus Parikh.
A service to honour and celebrate her life will be held on: Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM Valley View Funeral Home & Cemetery 14644 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 2E7
We kindly ask that you respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
With love and remembrance, The Parikh Family
Jai Shree Krishna