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Bangladesh Heritage

Excellence since 2009

A Bangladeshi Heritage & Cultural Association

The Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) is a Canadian socio-cultural organization that preserves, promotes and celebrates Bangladesh culture, heritage and history, serving the local community of Bangladeshi-Canadians in the Edmonton area. Read more about what we are all about.

BHESA is dedicated to creating a cohesive and effective voice of our community with the aim to make a positive difference in the lives of our children, youth and adults. We strive to build cultural enrichment, peace, progress, and prosperity, and the preservation of our cultural heritage.

BHESA's Pohela Boishakh Celebration in April 2024

Pohela Boishakh Celebration 2024 of the Bangladesh Community with Alberta Parliament Speaker Hon. Nathan Cooper

BHESA is to ensure the best possible services to our community in a way of inspiration, commitment, novelty and courage. We do have our voice and plenty of action.

Become a member of BHESA now and help to shape our growing community, or meet us on one of our cultural events. We are looking forward to meet you and help you when and where we can.

News from BHESA

  • Bengali New Year Celebrated with Dignity at Alberta Parliament Tuesday, April 16, 2024

    Edmonton, Alberta, April 16, 2024: The Alberta Parliament in Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, was not just a venue but a beacon of cultural exchange this afternoon. It resonated with the solemn celebration of the Bengali New Year, marking a significant moment in the cultural calendar.

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  • BHESA Elects New Executive Leadership for 2024-2026 Monday, April 15, 2024

    The Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) has ushered in a new era with the election of its executive leadership for the 2024-2026 term. On Saturday evening, April 13, members convened for their annual meeting, marked by a spirit of enthusiasm and unity under the chairmanship of Syfur Hasan. The audience greeted the announcement of the new executives with resounding applause.

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  • Ekushey Heritage Awards 2024 Monday, February 12, 2024

    Edmonton, Alberta, February 12, 2024: In Edmonton, Canada, five people have been recognized for their contributions to volunteering in the community with the Ekushey Heritage Awards.

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  • BHESA's Independence Day Celebration Sunday, March 26, 2023

    The Bangladesh Heritage Society of Alberta celebrated the Great Independence and National Day in Canada on Sunday (March 26) afternoon by paying deep respect to the memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the Great Liberation War.

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  • Annual meeting of BHESA Sunday, November 27, 2022

    Edmonton, Canada, November 27, 2022: The 2022 Annual General Meeting of the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta was enthusiastically held at the City's Parkdale Community Hall.

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Member Information

Find out how to become a member of BHESA.

If you have questions about us or the Bangladeshi community, please feel free to contact us anytime!

Map of Bangladesh

Map of Bangladesh

Magazine of the
Bengali Community

BHESA's Edmonton Bichitra is the Voice of the Bengali Community

BHESA's Edmonton Bichitra is the Voice of the Bengali Community

Bangladesh Heritage

Our Edmonton Bichitra in a Special Edition about Bangladesh Heritage

Our Edmonton Bichitra in a Special Edition about Bangladesh Heritage

21st February
is in Our Hearts

Our Booklet about International Mother Language Day 2014

Our Booklet about International Mother Language Day 2014