Character Illuminates Wisdom

APADANA SOBHINI PANNA

“Character beatifies Knowledge”, the motto instilled in all of us growing up and still resonate in the hearts of all Nalandians living anywhere in the world!

FRIENDSHIPS BEYOND BORDERS

Helping each other is a quality instilled in all of us through our teachings.

CONTINUING RIVALRIES

We may be "old boys" but we still remember those good old days when we played cricket against the other "parippu" school, Ananda!

MEET & HOST LEGENDS

Many past teachers and Celebrities from Nalanda visit Toronto, and our members make sure they feel at home by hosting them for a dinner or get-together.

SOCIALIZING WITH MEMBERS

Our families are an integral part of our lives and the activities of our OBA. It's the night they meet other similar families and enjoy a night of singing & dancing.

SPIRITUALLY GROWING...

The annual alms giving is how we start our season. This event is well participated and held between two main temples in Toronto in alternate years.

FAMILY FUN & GAMES

Time to get out and enjoy the warm summer weather with our families. We make sure the kids get to enjoy a day outing, with fun and games, with prizes and of course great food!

SHOW OFF OUR COLOURS

Maroon and Silver, they are written deep in our hearts and we wear them proudly during our "big match" against our brother school Ananda.

TRIBUTE TO MASTERS

They are the masters, teachers and the elders who made sure we were on the right path. They guide our future and we pay tribute anytime they visit our city.

SUPPORTING THE ALMA MATER

Nalanda has grown far and beyond our days. But we continue to support the school, by helping financially the students in need and of course our past teachers well being!

Who We Are

Welcome to the Old Nalandian’s Association of Canada. We are a group of former students from one of the leading buddhist schools in Sri Lanka, Nalanda Vidyalaya. Our school has produced leaders in many fields, political, sports, professional, military and social. Our membership is made of former students of all ages who have migrated to North America and has called Canada their home. We strive to help those who are new to Canada, as well as create a network for former school mates where their families can meet, help each other and enjoy their life in Canada. We also attempt to help our school whenever we can, through financial sponsorships and scholarships to students who need assistance. If you are a former Nalandian living in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Please send us an e-mail or fill out the membership form on this site.