Keep our roots close.
From pitha and shared meals to music and celebration, we create space to enjoy Bengali traditions and share them with friends from every background.
BENGALI STUDENTS SOCIETY · 2026–2027
A little Bengal.
A lot of belonging.
Celebrating Bengali culture. Creating community.
Get to know BSS, your home away from home at the University of Calgary.
Bengali roots. Open to everyone.
স্বাগতমWELCOME
Our people. Our stories. Our BSS.
01 / WHO WE ARE
Rooted in culture. Built on connection.
STUDENT-RUN · SINCE 2018
Home is more than a place.
Sometimes, it’s the people you find.
Founded in 2018 by Rafia Babar, the Bengali Students Society is a student-run community bringing together Bengali students at the University of Calgary. BSS creates a space where culture, connection, and belonging come to life.
For many, this is a home away from home. For all, it is a place to celebrate our roots, build friendships, and stay connected to our culture. Whether you grew up with these traditions or you’re discovering them for the first time, there’s a place for you here.
Come be part of itMeet the executive committee ↗
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Culture to share.
Connections to keep.
BSS is a place to participate, contribute, and feel part of something throughout your student years.
Find your people.
Meet new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and take part in a welcoming community. You don’t have to speak Bengali or share our heritage to join in.
Grow together.
Get involved in club life, help bring events to life, and make connections through gatherings such as our Career Workshop 2026. There’s room to learn and contribute.
ON CAMPUS & BEYOND
A student community.
A wider circle.
Our events bring students, local businesses, and community supporters together. From the energy of Asia Cup to the generosity of free iftar gatherings, we make room for shared experiences that reach beyond the classroom.
Explore our story in pictures ↗02 / MAKE SOME MEMORIES
Good things ahead.
A glimpse of what we’re planning.
Explore our annual traditions.
OUR FIRST HELLO OF THE YEAR
BSS Cha
& Chill.
Our meet-and-greet at Bangladesh Centre Calgary was a great success—a warm start to the BSS 2026–2027 year.
October 31, 2026 · Bangladesh Centre Calgary
Thank you to sponsor Eakbal Rhaman and food partner Utsav Restaurant.
Recap & photo album ↗
OCT 23, 2026 / COMPLETED
Career Workshop
2026.
Industry insights, an expert panel, and conversations that continued over coffee and desi snacks.
Friday, October 23 · 5 PM
Hunter Student Commons · HNSC 122
FRIENDSHIP01
BSS Cha & Chill
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVEOCTOBER 31, 2026 · COMPLETED
Our meet-and-greet at Bangladesh Centre Calgary was a great success and a welcoming start to the BSS 2026–2027 year. With thanks to sponsor Eakbal Rhaman and food partner Utsav Restaurant.
CONNECTION & GROWTH02
Career Workshop 2026
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVEOCTOBER 23, 2026 · COMPLETED
Minaoar Tanzil, Shafquat, Sidney, Sajid Shad, and Niaz Ahmed discussed the future for engineering students, what recruiters look for in resumes, and the power and misuse of AI in hiring. We rounded out the evening with networking, warm coffee, and desi snacks.
SPORT & COMMUNITY03
Asia Cup
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVE2026 EVENT COMPLETED
Bangladesh A won one match, while Bangladesh were unable to secure a victory. Both teams were knocked out in the group stage. Thank you to everyone who played and cheered us on—we hope to come back stronger next year!
A TASTE OF BENGAL04
Pitha Utshob
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVENEXT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Celebrate the comfort and variety of Bengali pitha—a delicious reason to gather, share traditions, and enjoy a taste of home.
RAMADAN TOGETHER05
Grand Iftar
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVENEXT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Come together to break the fast and share an evening of food, reflection, and community during Ramadan.
SHARING & GENEROSITY06
Free Iftar Gatherings
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVENEXT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Alongside Grand Iftar, several free iftar events bring our community together around a shared meal.
FOOD & HOSPITALITY07
Royal Mezban
BSS COMMUNITY ARCHIVENEXT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
A celebration of Bengali hospitality and the Mezban tradition, with a shared feast and plenty of good company.
Cha & Chill (Meet and Greet), Career Workshop 2026, Asia Cup, Pitha Utshob, iftars, Royal Mezban—and new experiences for the year ahead.
Explore all our events ↗03 / YOUR PEOPLE ARE HERE
Make it your year.
Become a BSS member and be part of our next chapter. Start new traditions, meet new friends, and celebrate with us.
Membership · 2026–2027
One payment. A year of community. Digital membership card included.
A PLACE IN THE COMMUNITY
New member
Your first year with the BSS community.
$15
Returning member
Another year. More memories together.
$10
New faces and familiar ones. Everyone belongs.
04 / BETTER TOGETHER
Community makes it possible.
Thank you to the people and local businesses helping Bengali student life thrive. Our first event, Asia Cup 2026, was supported by two Calgary realtors.
ASIA CUP 2026 SPONSORS
Mohammad Emon & Imran Junaid
With thanks for supporting our first event of the year and bringing our community together.
Meet our partners05 / LET’S CONNECT
It starts with
a hello.
Want to join, volunteer, or partner with BSS?
We’d love to meet you.
Stay close. Get involved.
Questions about membership, events, or partnerships? Reach us directly or follow BSS for the latest announcements.
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