Surrey June 2, 2008 – Hundreds showed up at the Grand Taj Banquet Hall on Monday, June 2, 2008 for a sold-out evening benefiting Camp Raj Yog. The 3H0 Foundation of Vancouver – The “Happy, Healthy, Holy Foundation” – a society founded by Siri Singh Sahib Bhai Sahib Harbhajan Singh Khalsa Yogi ji, purchased a serene hillside site near Sechelt on the beautiful Sunshine Coast of BC. The vision for this spiritual retreat centre came to life at this time through the generous contribution of seed money from the Dr. Singh Foundation, through Mr. Stephen (Sukhwant) Sander of the Hollyburn Group of Companies.

Onkar Kaur, a 16 year old artist from Surrey, welcomed the guests with her guitar and melodic voice. Co-MC Guru Raj Kaur Khalsa and Sgt. Baltej Singh Dhillon captured the audience’s attention by narrating 3HO’s history in Vancouver and told the attendees about what the site will be used for and how the seed money has greatly helped 3H0 begin work on the land and launch its $2 million fundraising campaign. They stated that the land is to be a home for camps and retreats where a spiritual lifestyle based on Sikh and yogic values are shared with all as well as a place for other organisations who wish to use it for their retreats/camps. Furthermore, Mrs. Khalsa and Mr. Dhillon pronounced that the site will be open to organizations of all faiths, ethnicities, and genders. Some of the uses they mentioned were Khalsa Ladies’ Camp (in its 17th year), Khalsa Men’s Camp (in its 4th) year, Sikh Youth Camps, Gurbani Kirtan Camps, Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Retreats, Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training, Gatka Camps, Family Akhand Paath weekends, and for other groups interested in a spiritual venue.

Ranjit Adam Singh Sumel, CEO of Sonic Technologies, enlightened the guests as he shared his personal experience at Camp Raj Yog and Khalsa Men’s Camp. He initiated the evening’s pledges by beginning with his family’s own personal pledges. This was followed by an excited stream of donors sending their pledges and cheques to the podium throughout the night. As pledges were announced, others poured into the raffle, silent auctions, and cd sales.

During the evening, Randeep Singh Sarai shared the story of Mr. Sander with the guests and presented a plaque to Mr. Sander to honour his generosity, commitment and support without whom the vision for Camp Raj Yog would not be possible. Accepting it on his behalf was his daughter Hari Kirin Kaur and son-in-law, Hari Kirin Singh, who are also personally very active with the building and organising of the campsite.

The highlight of the evening for all was the performance of Snatam Kaur and her Celebrate Peace Band. This internationally renowned Sikh artist and runner up for a Grammy was introduced by Hari Singh Khalsa. Snatam’s angelic voice captivated the guests, and made them melt with the meditative music of the Shabad Guru.

The event was a tremendous success due to the overwhelming support of sponsors and community members. Anyone wishing to know more about the site, how to donate or volunteer, or about programs at the site, please visit www.camprajyog.com