Odisha Social and Cultural Association of Alberta (OSCAA) was established in 2019 to formally register an organization under the Alberta Registry in the province of Alberta in Canada dedicated to nurture Odia art and culture in Alberta.
Odias in Calgary are celebrating Odia festivals like Utkal Divas, and Raja in Calgary since 2012. Also, functions like Diwali, Holi, and annual picnics are organized with great zeal and fanfare, where Odia food, Odia songs, and Odishi dance are performed by artists of OSCAA and enjoyed by everyone.
OSCAA has the dream of popularizing Odia culture among the local population and establishing a Jagannath Temple in Calgary. Currently, OSCAA has its head office in Downtown Calgary.
Objectives
The Main objectives of the Association are to foster Odia culture and heritage, and the friendship of the Odia community living in Alberta.
To institute and propagate Odia culture and language to the next generation of Odia-Canadians including classes on Odia language for children and to promote the Odia culture and heritage to the interested Canadians including people of other cultures.
Establishing scholarships and provide financial assistance to persons pursuing studies or promoting cultural activities of Odia heritage along with holding recreational activities among the Association Members including arts and sports.
Using funds of the Association only according to and in pursuit of these objectives or other charitable objectives and to actively participate in the multi-cultural and other events of different heritages.