The Gurmat Parchar Sabha Squamish, a local organization dedicated to Sikh spiritual education, has donated $11,600 to the Squamish Hospital Foundation to help fund the purchase of a new CT scanner.
Founded in 2014 by Gianni Gurmukh Singh Ghanauli, the Sabha was established with a passionate vision: to preserve and pass down the rich heritage of the Sikh faith to future generations. Over the past decade, the group has focused on teaching local families Gurbani (scriptural readings) and Kirtan (devotional hymns), ensuring these traditions remain vibrant within the community.
Today, the Sabha has grown to include about 50 members, all committed to education, spiritual practice, and the Sikh principle of seva, selfless service to humanity.
Recognizing the vital role Squamish General Hospital plays in the lives of residents, members felt compelled to contribute to the hospital’s fundraising campaign for a state-of-the-art CT scanner, a critical tool for modern diagnostics. “This will really help the local community. We want to support the hospital’s cause and are truly grateful for the opportunity to give back to the town we call home,” said member Pritpal Singh Hans.
The donation underscores the Sabha’s ongoing commitment to service and community support, reflecting the group’s values both inside and outside the spiritual sphere, he added.
