To create a world where Tibetan heritage thrives, and every individual has the resources to build a meaningful life of dignity, stability, and purpose.
About Us
Vision
Mission
Lha Tibetan Heritage Society preserves Tibetan cultural heritage and empowers communities through education, social support, mental health, and intercultural initiatives, fostering lifelong well-being and a flourishing future.
Values
Guided by compassion, cultural integrity, and inclusivity, we serve individuals and communities with care and respect while preserving Tibetan heritage and embracing diversity. Through education, social programs, and empowerment, we strengthen confidence and resilience, promote mindfulness and well-being, and uphold transparency and ethical governance.
Our Story
Our Roots: Inspired by a Global Legacy
Our mission started in 1997 in Dharamshala, India, when the Lha Charitable Trust was founded to help Tibetan refugees and local residents. Many people came with great resilience and strength, but they needed better access to language classes, education, and basic resources.
What started as a small grassroots effort with English classes has become an award-winning, recognized non-profit organization. For nearly thirty years, it has changed hundreds of thousands of lives. The group has helped keep Tibetan culture alive and given people new opportunities through education and social services.
The Launch of Lha Tibetan Heritage Society, Canada
In May 2025, former leaders of the Lha movement started the Lha Tibetan Heritage Society in Canada. They brought a strong history of social impact, practical experience, and lasting values.
Our Canadian organization is built on compassion, resilience, and a commitment to keeping Tibetan language, Buddhism, and culture alive. Inspired by our history, we pursue a unique Canadian mission and operate independently. We are dedicated to empowering individuals, strengthening communities, helping newcomers settle successfully, and building a strong and vibrant society for future generations.
Official Status & Transparency
Lha Tibetan Heritage Society is a registered federal Not-for-Profit Corporation under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act. It is also recognized as a registered charitable organization by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
- Corporation Number: 1695573-8
- CRA Business Number: 79965 5436 RR0001
Lha Tibetan Heritage Society focuses on:
Cultural Heritage Preservation
We preserve and promote the Tibetan language, cultural heritage, mindfulness, and Buddhist wisdom. Rooted in the vision of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, we uphold the values of compassion, secular ethics and human responsibility within Canada’s multicultural society.
Refugee & Newcomer Integration
We walk alongside refugees and newcomers as they build new lives in Canada. We offer settlement support, counselling, language training, skills development, and mental health education, all rooted in dignified and compassionate service.
Global Support & Collaboration
Guided by solidarity and shared humanity, we cultivate international partnerships with governments, organizations, and individuals. We mobilize resources to support educational, cultural, and social programs that uplift communities around the world.
Meet Our Board and Team
Pema Namgyal
Founder and Chair
Founder and Chair
Jampa Tsering
Founder and Vice Chair
Founder and Vice Chair
Ngawang Rabgyal
Founder and President
Founder and President
Tenzin Norzom
Secretary
Secretary
Tenzin Samten
Program Coordinator
Program Coordinator
Dr. Dechen Dorjee
Instructor
Instructor
Dr. Tsepak Dorjee
Instructor
Instructor
Jamphel Dorjee
Multimedia Designer
Multimedia Designer