Spiritual & Educational
Conversations and gatherings that explore Jainism and what it means to live by its principles today, from dharma discussions to achieving professional excellence.
JCBC YOUTH GROUP
Young Jains in BC, rooted in dharma, growing together through seva.
More than 60 young members of JCBC, aged 19 to 35, who show up for the temple, for each other, and for the values we share.
ROOTED · WELCOMING · DRIVEN
WHO WE ARE
We are not separate from JCBC. We are JCBC, at a different stage.
Founded in 2021, the JCBC Youth Group was born as an extension of JCBC itself, a pillar and backbone of the wider organization.
We bring together young Jains associated with JCBC, aged 19 to 35, across British Columbia. The group was created by and for the next generation of JCBC: young people anchored in Jain principles, committed to seva, and dedicated to lifting up the religion and community we share.
Our purpose is simple: to connect young Jains who are grounded in dharma, give them space to grow alongside each other, and carry forward the values JCBC has always stood for.
- FOUNDED
- 2021
- MEMBERS
- 60+
- AGES
- 19 to 35
WHAT WE DO
Three pillars. Some events touch all three.
Everything we do falls into one of three pillars.
Seva
Volunteering and hands-on support for the wider JCBC community, at major events like Mahavir Janam Kalyanak and the monthly Mahapuja.
Social & Bonding
Monthly outings that build friendship and trust within the group. Outdoors in summer, indoors in winter, always something to look forward to.
MEMBER VOICES
In their own words.
I have been an enthusiastic member of JCBC since moving to Canada in October 2021. With a background in marketing, I am passionate about growing and enriching our Jain community. As part of the Youth Group, I focus on sharing our values through social media and personal outreach. My goal is to empower and unite our community.
Coming to Canada at a young age, I have been an enthusiastic member of JCBC for the past four years. I am studying for my Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and recently joined the Youth Group, where I am involved in religious and youth initiatives. Drawing on my years with guru bhagwants in India, I want to share meaningful knowledge of Jain Dharma with today's youth, and show that it is possible to grow spiritually while achieving professional success.
RECENT HIGHLIGHTS
What we have been up to.
MARCH 2026Seva
JCBC Holi Celebration
We did seva behind the scenes, from brainstorming and planning to running the operational side of the event alongside the directors. From setup to coordination on the day, we made sure everything ran smoothly so the wider community could simply show up and celebrate.
MARCH 2026Spiritual & Educational
Mahavir Janam Skit
We brought one of the most sacred moments of our faith to life, recreating Bhagwan Mahavir's Janam Kalyanak as it would have unfolded in the Raja's darbar. The skit gave everyone, from young children to seniors, a vivid window into what our religion is truly about.
JANUARY 2026Social & Bonding
Exit Game Night
We kicked off the year with something a little different: a challenge to solve, together. Locked in with puzzles, riddles, and a ticking clock, we worked as one team, leaned on each other's strengths, and cracked our way out.
OUR TEAM
The people behind the Youth Group.
The Youth Group is run by a volunteer committee of young JCBC members.
SOCIAL MEDIA COMMITTEE
Priyal Jain
Deepali Jain
EVENTS PLANNING COMMITTEE
- Karan Nair
Dhruv Jain
EDUCATIONAL & SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION COMMITTEE
Jimit Bavishi
Het Shah
Kalpit Kothari
GET INVOLVED
New here? You are welcome.
If you are a member of JCBC and between 19 and 35, you are already halfway in. Fill out the short form, or reach out by email or Instagram, and we will connect you with our WhatsApp community and the next event on the calendar. No experience needed, no commitment required. Just bring yourself.
Not a JCBC member yet? Become a member.
- EMAILyouthofjcbc@gmail.com
- INSTAGRAM@jain_youth_vancouver (opens in a new tab)
- SIGN-UP FORMFill out the short form (opens in a new tab)
- HOW WE MEETMonthly Zoom planning calls for the volunteer committee, plus hands-on participation at JCBC events throughout the year