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Nawranj Iranian Association (NIA) is a University of Toronto Social/Cultural organization

established to unite Iranians and non-Iranians in Toronto. This organization promotes Iranian art,

history, music and seeks a common vision among multicultural communities. Nawranj is a non-

profit organization that relies on its members’ voluntary participation to unite Iranians and non-

Iranians in Toronto. Consequently one of our main goals is to arrange unique events to promote

cross- cultural dialogue and understanding among different ethnic communities through art and

culture.

Among other objectives, we strive on making fundamental changes in deprived regions of the

world by using our resources to find solutions for problems. In addition any profits gained by

Nawranj events will be donated to recognized charity foundations around the world for support.

Nawranj is also recognized for organizing sport events for engaging and entertaining Iranians

and non-Iranians while promoting and holding Iranian folklore sport activities.

Some of our recognized events have been explained below; however Nawranj is not limited to

these events. In order to be exceptional and unique we plan on making newer and better events

every year.

For more information please visit our website at

, www.nawranj.com

Or contact us by email at

info@nawranj.com

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Nowruz

Two-night event for which managed to attract more than 200 audiences. We hold this event

every year and it has been very successful in gathering Iranian/Non-Iranian students together in

our traditional New Year

The First Night

The first night is held before the New Year. We bring everyone together to socialize and party at

this night; Persian snacks served among the audience. This gathering gives us a great opportunity

to both share and present the enthusiasm for the coming “New Day”.

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The Second Night

The second night is held on the day of the New Year. The traditional “Haft seen” table is set to

represent the core of the New Year tradition. Persian delicacies are provided and a presentation

informing our audience about the formation and roots of the ancient Nowruz is displayed.

Nawranj strives to educate both the Iranian and non-Iranian individuals about the celebrations of

Nowruz to generate an in-depth understanding of cultural groups residing in Toronto.

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Human Rights Soccer Tournament

The purpose of this annual tournament is not only to hold an entertaining event but to also make

awareness about the human rights related incidents which are happening in the world.

This tournament attracts more than 150 people. However it is expanding every year and every year

Nawranj distributes prizes such as; Trophy, Medals amongst participants.

Tournament starts with a speech about the human rights issues around the world and it will end with a

ceremony which prizes will be distributed.

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Mehregan

Mehregan has been an ancient Iranian festival celebrated for a thousand years, which relates to

friendship, affection and love. As an Iranian group, Nawranj Iranian Association is dedicated to

celebrating this time of the year to bring the festival back to life in the Iranian community. The Idea was

to create an event that gathers Iranian families and friends in Toronto together and remind them of this

time where friendships are renewed and families are visited.

This event had performances from known artists/performers such as:

Sasan Ghahreman for Naghali

Tara Aghdashlou and Siavash Shabanpour for Persian Poetry

Shahrokh Saeedi and Amir Manbachi for Music Performance

Ladan Lotfi for Persian Folklore Dance

This event attracted approximately 600 audiences. Admissions and refreshments were free of charge

and Iranian “Awsh” cuisine was served after the event. Furthermore, a fabulous table was designed for

Mehregan on that day that represented the season of harvest and thanksgiving. This table was put on

show for everyone to see in the middle of the venue.

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Asia without Borders 2011, a Canadian Musical Project

Nawranj with affiliation of Reza and Amir Manbachi, from Chakavak Ensemble, have planned a fusion

concert on March 11, 2011 with the title “Asia without Borders 2011, a Canadian Musical Project”

under which the following artists will perform:

1. Ostad Hossein Behroozinia, on Barbat (Iranian Bass)

2. Naghmeh Farahmand, on Daf and Koozeh (Iranian Percussions)

3. Ed Hanley, on Tabla (Indian Percussion)

4. XiaoDong Wei, on Erhu (Chinese Fiddle)

5. Ariel Balevi, from Turkish origin (Story telling)

and Manbachi Brothers, co-founders of Chakavak Ensemble®:

6. Reza Manbachi, on Tar (Iranian long necked lute)

7. Amir Manbachi, on Tombak (Iranian Principle Percussion)

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The concert would be conducted in magnificent venue of Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts with the capacity of 630 people. The money raised from this event will be donated to `Kahrizak`` charity organization.

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Sponsorship Packages:

Bronze Silver Gold Diamond Nawranj

100 $ 500 $ 1000 $ 1800 $ 3000 $

Maximum number of sponsors within your industry

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Stand-alone poster of your business

Projection of logo onto large screen

TV and Radio advertisements

Logo placement on websites’ advertisements

(Months)

3 6 12 Logo on event posters for public advertisements

(Excluding magazines and Radio)

Announcing on Facebook/Twitter

Logo placement on magazines’ advertisements

Announcing your business by the event host

Advertising on the program brochure

Number of Free Tickets

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