Calgary Marathi Association is a Non Profit Organisation and has been actively working for the welfare of the Marathi communi ... ty living in Calgary and the surrounding areas includes Airdrie, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Banff, Lethbridge (and more). CMA Vision: To preserve and promote Marathi culture in Calgary and surrounding area for generations to come CMA Mission: * To celebrate major Indian and Maharashtrian To bring together all persons speaking Marathi language and/or others interested in the promotion of the Marathi language. * To encourage and promote Maharashtrian culture, traditions and festivities. * To provide a platform for Marathi speaking artists from across the globe to give performances through social gatherings, musical evenings, dramas and other forms of cultural activities. * To acquaint the young generation of the cultural heritage of India in general and of Maharashtra in particular, through various activities. * To support the spirit of Multiculturalism in Canada and invite other Canadians to participate in CMA functions to familiarize with the Marathi culture read more