Dedicated to Culture, Community, and Connection
At Ruksevana Cultural Association, our team is a collective of passionate volunteers, cultural advocates, and community leaders who share one purpose: to celebrate, preserve, and uplift Sri Lankan heritage within the Canadian mosaic.
We bring together diverse talents—from arts and education to community organizing and event leadership—to create meaningful programs that strengthen bonds across generations and cultures. Guided by compassion, collaboration, and cultural pride, our team works tirelessly to ensure that every initiative reflects the richness of Sri Lankan traditions while embracing the inclusivity of our Canadian home.
What We Stand For
- Cultural Preservation: We honour and promote Sri Lanka’s vibrant arts, customs, and values through festivals, workshops, and community events.
- Community Empowerment: We create welcoming spaces where individuals and families can connect, learn, and grow together.
- Cross‑Cultural Understanding: We build bridges between communities, fostering appreciation and unity through shared experiences.
- Service & Leadership: We believe in leading with heart—supporting seniors, youth, newcomers, and all who call our community home.
Our Commitment
Every member of our team contributes with dedication and purpose, inspired by the belief that culture thrives when people come together. Whether organizing major events like Lankan Fest, supporting seniors’ programs, or developing new cultural initiatives, we work as one family—driven by the spirit of service and the joy of community.
Our Team
President
Name: Sanjeeva Seneviratne
Email: mds123@hotmail.com
Phone No: 416 616 2246
Vice President
Name: Prasad De Silva
Email: pcdesilva@gmail.com
Phone No: 437 981 9876
Secretary
Name: Somasiri Loku Liyana
Email: somasiri8@hotmail.com
Phone No: 647 283 7129
Asst. Secretary
Name: Thakshila Perera
Email: tharupe@hotmail.com
Phone No: 416 668 1874
Treasurer
Name: Asela Kanchadeva
Email: asela.kanchadeva@yahoo.com
Phone No: 647 863 8104
Asst. Treasurer
Name: Tissa Weerasekera
Email: weerasekeraananda@hotmail.com
Phone No: 416 668 1874
Comittee Members
Primrose Lokuliyana
primrose56@gmail.com
647 818 7651
Victor Gamage
entertainmentmadara@gmail.com
647 780 2853
Piyatihissa Weerasingha
piya422@yahoo.com
647 464 3964
Tilak Upathilake
tkandy@gmail.com
647 701 2305
Indrani Rathnayake
Indrani_dona@hotmail.com
416 439 8295
Fathima Shammel
niflashamee192@gmail.com
416 881 4169
Shashini Ishara
437 463 0815
Editor
Nishantha Siyambalapitiya
pubudu.nishan@hotmail.com
647 302 2245
Coordinator
Ven. Watagala Dhammakusala Thero
watagaladhammakusala@gmail.com
647 518 7970
Legal Assistant
Anoshan Ahangama
anoahanp@hotmail.com
647 215 7642
Auditor
Anil Fernando
fernandoanil@yahoo.com
Patron
Rev Ahangama Rathanasiri Nayaka Thero
rathanasirihimi@yahoo.ca
