Dear Mr. Shrestha; 

Re: Letter of Support for Cultural Grant Application 

It is my pleasure to write this letter in support of the request by the Canada – Nepal Friendship and Cultural Society’s’ (CANFACS) for their application to the City of Surrey’s Cultural Grant Program for their proposed work plan attached. 

We have worked with CANFACS since 2015 in my capacity as Executive Director for the Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Association (FRAFCA). We are currently partnered with CANFACS on a cultural initiative to provide opportunities for educational and cultural exchanges between the Nepal and Indigenous communities in Surrey. It is through this partnership that we have been able to engage members from both communities in cultural events to share our customs and traditions; so that we may learn and grow, not only from our differences, but our similarities as well. 

I fully support their project, and see great value in the collective work. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss this letter of support further. I can be reached at 604- 595-1170 extension 102 or 604-768-6769. 

Sincerely, 

Joanne Mills 

Executive Director