The settlement of the Panchal community in Ontario and in Canada dates back to the 1960’s when a few families immigrated to Canada predominantly from the United Kingdom, India and Africa to grasp opportunities in the business and professional fields and to better the life for their children.

In 1986, likeminded individuals formed the “Panchal Samaj of Ontario” with a vision to bring the Panchal community together by offering various religious and social activities. Since that time, the Panchal Samaj has grown and has sponsored numerous events such as Vishwakarma Jayanti, Holi, Bhajans, Picnics, Navratri Raas Garba, Diwali and Christmas celebrations and senior’s and youth events.
 

Over the years, the Samaj has grown to encompass the whole of the Ontario region, other parts of Canada, the United States of America and continues its base to other parts of the world. The Samaj has a professional corporate structure in place with a Board of Trustees together with a Board of Directors duly elected through a general election process by the Panchal members.
 

Panchal Samaj of Ontario is always looking for volunteers. We are encouraging members to come forward and give back to their community by volunteering and serving on the Board of Directors. We are actively looking for new thoughts, ideas and directions and we encourage all members, young and old, to participate in serving the Samaj. Your contribution will be well respected and welcomed.