REGINA MALAYALEE ASSOCIATION
About Us
Preserving Heritage. Building Community. Embracing Saskatchewan.
500+
Families
2000+
Community Members
2007
Founded
2015
Registered Non-Profit
5+
Active Programs
Who We Are
Regina Malayalee
Association Inc.
Regina Malayalee Association Inc. is a Non-Profit Organization formed to enrich and preserve the cultural values of the people from Kerala, India settled in Southern Saskatchewan.
The organization continues to support over 500 families through social, educational, recreational initiatives and community involvement. Officially registered as a non-profit in 2015.
We are evolving as a major community which upholds cultural and social values that form our roots, while warmly embracing Saskatchewanian values and building a vibrant multicultural future.
“We have grown from 5 families in 2007 to a community with around 500 families — approximately 2000+ people living in Regina.”
Our Community Journey
Our Story
A Christmas Gathering That Started It All
In 2007, Fr. Jose Thomas Periyakattil, the assistant parish priest at “Christ The King Church”, invited five Malayalee families to celebrate Christmas together. That simple, warm gathering planted the seed of what would become the Regina Malayalee Association.
With the rising number of Malayalee families making Regina their home, the association continued to evolve — organizing social, cultural, and recreational events that brought people together and kept Kerala’s rich traditions alive thousands of kilometres from home.
Officially incorporated as a non-profit in 2015, RMA today serves over 2000 people — a thriving community that celebrates its roots while embracing the warmth of Saskatchewan.
2007
The First Christmas Gathering
Fr. Jose Thomas Periyakattil brings 5 Malayalee families together at Christ The King Church — the spark that ignited our community.
2010
Growing Into a Community
As more Malayalee families settled in Regina, regular cultural events began — building bonds and preserving Kerala’s traditions.
2015
Officially Registered Non-Profit
RMA is formally incorporated, establishing an elected Executive Committee, bylaws, and structured programs.
Now
2000+ Strong & Growing
With over 500 families and 2000+ members, RMA runs dance academies, language schools, sports clubs, film screenings, and major celebrations.
Our Direction
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
Rooted in Kerala. Thriving in Saskatchewan.
To enrich and preserve the cultural and traditional values of the people of Kerala settled in Southern Saskatchewan through social, educational, recreational initiatives and community involvement — while embracing and contributing to the broader Saskatchewanian society.
Our Mission
Connect. Celebrate. Support.
- Preserve and celebrate Kerala’s language, arts, and cultural traditions
- Support families through social, educational, and recreational programs
- Connect the younger generation to their Kerala roots and identity
- Foster meaningful community engagement across Southern Saskatchewan
What We Do
Our Key Initiatives
From classical dance to cricket, language school to film nights — RMA brings Kerala’s spirit alive in Regina.
Noopura Dance Academy
Professional training in classical Kerala dance forms and Bollywood for children and youth.
Aksharam Language School
Malayalam literacy classes under the Kerala Literacy Mission to keep the language alive.
RMA Music Academy
Training in Indian musical instruments and vocal music, nurturing community talent.
Sports & Arts Club
Badminton, cricket, fitness programs, and creative arts activities for all ages.
Regina Cine Club
Regular Malayalam and South Indian film screenings for community bonding.
Our Values
What We Stand For
Community
Supporting one another as a family far from home — through every milestone and celebration.
Heritage
Kerala’s language, art, music, and traditions are treasures we actively preserve and pass on.
Inclusivity
Every family is welcome. We celebrate diversity and embrace Saskatchewan’s multicultural fabric.
Service
Driven by dedicated volunteers who give their time and talent to serve the community.
Become Part of the Story
Join Our Community Today
Whether you are a Malayalee family new to Regina or a long-time resident, RMA is your home. Connect, join our events, and be part of something truly special.
Preserving Kerala’s cultural heritage and building a vibrant Malayalee community in Regina, Saskatchewan since 2015.
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