Changing perceptions -- from Sikh to superfan | Nav Bhatia | TEDxToronto
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Toronto has been named the most multicultural city in the world, yet many of the immigrants to the city still encounter racism long after they’ve arrived. Nav Bhatia moved to Toronto in the 1984, and after overcoming significant prejudice and obstacles as a Sikh, today he boasts successful business enterprises and the coveted title of “Superfan” of the Toronto Raptors. The message in Nav’s TEDxToronto talk is one of hope and inspiration, as he urges us all to use our passions to rise above discrimination to allows us to excel both as individuals and as a city.
Nav Bhatia is known as the Official Raptor`s Superfan, and recently was given the title Raptor`s South Asian Community Ambassador working alongside superstar Drake. Nav owns 2 Hyundai dealerships, Mississauga and Rexdale, with Mississauga recently awarded number one Hyundai volume dealer in Canada. He is heavily involved in bringing Bollywood to the Non Resident Indians and through his love of basketball and his business Nav looks to change the perception of Sikhs to the mainstream audience.
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As a South Asian Immigrant, living in Canada for over 40 years, I am so proud to Call Nav as my friend. This presentation should be shown in high schools..
Cdns Vsterror and I suppose you just need to get educated then
nice
He came to our high school.
I agree. This presentation should be shown in high schools
@@gurnoorathwal8955 Where did he spread hate. He just said what was valid in our history and thats sikhs are experiencing hate since they've come to existence.
I love this uncle. Know him coz his daughter tia bhatia is a TH-camr. God bless this lovely family. Waheguru
You say you know a person from a youtube? :DDD
I know his daughter because of him that’s the difference between me and you
I have TONS of respect for Nav Bhatia. The amount of crap he faced and had to endure to get where he is, is quite frankly disgusting. Nav is a special person for not only overcoming it, but not letting it affect him as a person or how he treats other people. A great man and a great role model for all regardless of race or background.
Great message - thank you for sharing. I agree we all need to mix & meet people of all cultures. I was very lucky to rent a room once to a Sikh. To this day it is the only time I have ever rented to anyone without seeing them. His Mother & Sister came to look at it & just talking to them I knew it was a great family. I was not disappointed. He was a great tenant & we both learned a lot about each others culture. I find the more we look at each other the more that we realize there are the same types of people in every culture.
Robert Bell ✌
127 cars in 3 months! Dang, this guys a master!! :D
Some of you here are just haters I may not know any politics in India but Bhatia is successful. He's putting a lot of money into the Canada one way or another. He could easily spend that money somewhere else. He is successful for a reason and as far as I can see loves Canada.
Tia bhatia brought me here. And my heart is filled with so much joy. He’s amazing
See a Sikh salute a Sikh, inspiring words sir and unbelievable 127 cars in three months 🙏🏽
It's Papa Bhatia! I'm a fan of your daughters channel ^___^ And I love watching you and Tia videos together. Best Papa and Daughter videos.
He has done an amazing job promoting Canada as a nation of acceptance and also bringing awareness to what it means to be a Sikh. Thank you for your humbleness and honesty!
met this guy at the raptors game, very nice and humble, gave me his business card and directed me to this ted talk. very keen on inspiring the youth.
Hello There Folks met him at east finals yesterday and he gave me the card and told me to go to the ted talk
In response to your question 'what do you see?' ...Mr Nav Bhatia, I see a fabulous, compassionate human being and a super fan of the Toronto Raptors! ... I also see an ambassador of philanthropy and diversity in Canada. Thank you for everything!
He is so right about he would change your perception of the Sihks if you sat next to him for 48 minutes in a game. He changed my perception just by seeing him cheer on TV. Great Man.
What a wonderful message of positivity and success. It was a delight to hear this in person. A wonderful surprise to bump into Nav the next week in a hotel lobby across the country - and now to share with my friends.
The perception of people regarding Sikhs has certainly changed in your country seeing that your new Defense Minister is a turbaned Sikh!
so is the economical minister navdeep bains
been seeing you on tv for years; the same guy, same turban. Yelling, cheering with love. Oh man, you've taught me from tv alone, that getting out of you're comfort zone is hard, but worth it all the better.
Well Done Mr Nav Bhatia for such an inspiring talk. Keep it up. We are proud of you.
waheguru ji ka khalsa waheguruji ki fateh - love from Delhi India
WHY CAN'T NAV BHATIA BE OUR PRESIDENT?!
sunny shaheen prime minister*
sunny shaheen Tia Bhatia's video's makes him even more deserving
haaahhaha ur joking right
he is Bhapaa - have u seen his rings on his fingers - not honest person
Ur clearing not from Canada
Got here by your daughter #TiaBhatia channel, wanted to know more about you, I think you are just amazing, because you spread a very nice massage and good vibes. :)
This man is amazing I’m glad he’s been blowing up even more with the nba finals. Much respect to Sikhs from a Muslim
A man who spoke from his heart , true legend of peace, well done Nav, a small correction, Vasakhi is NOT a Sikh New Year, it is the Birth of the Khalsa , Sikh New Year falls in mid March and Vasakhi falls in April 14... , well done and keep up your good work, Sat Sri Akal
Sikh New Year in March????
why?
An extremely motivational video! Mr. Nav Bhatia is a great human being from Delhi, India. While at work, he deals with customers, workers and managers very politely and professionally. His love and passion for basketball permeates in what he does for Raptors. Mr. Bhatia has given a big name to everyone from India besides Sikhs. Indians, especially Sikhs, have been coming to Canada ever since early 1900's. Congress Party responsible for political riots of 1984 caused many Sikhs to move to various countries including Canada. By dint of hard work, many of them like Mr. Nav Bhatia have been extremely successful. Mr. Nav Bhatia undoubtedly has changed the perception of very many Canadians about Sikhs and Indians in general. Hats off to Mr. Nav Bhatia!
Man, what a talk. This man has gone through so much and is so successful. Respect✊🏽
I love him and his views it's beautiful, this is perhaps the best ted talk I've ever seen honestly
Who in their right mind wouldn't be fans of Sikhs?? You guys are quite awesome!
Excellent presentation. May God bless you
Sir you are an angel. Salute you 🙏 Har koi sardarji jesa nae baan sakta usske liye big heart, emotions, kindness, humbleness chahye.
*wow so much respect for this uncle ji. I would really love to meet him and his daughter Tia one day. God bless you for your strength and more power to you. Lots of love from London.*
Great motivating talk by a passionate and good hearted person.
His views are worth emulating by all immigrants for making Canada even better.
And if you meet this gentleman, he's equally warm and friendly. Love you, sir.
This man is AMAZING! Why does he not have MILLIONS of views.
Mr. Bhatia is truly one of Canada's greatest assets.
In Southern California I have seen Sikh since the 70's never had I seen them do terrible or bad things it always reminded me as Aladdin when I was a child. Me I am one of the few that will walk up to someone ask about their religion or their heritage and I always ask in the nicest way I just want to know I love culture its like a drug to me to find out how people from all over this world do things. At least in the Army I met awesome friends.
I work with all kinds of people. And I once asked about their culture, and she acted insulted and as if I just said something horrific to her. I don't ask anymore. The last thing I'd want to do is hurt or insult someone. But I genuinely love learning about people!
Me too! I’m fascinated by other cultures!
ONE OF THE BEST & HONEST PRESENTATION !!!
Class act. Very inspirational, Great outlook on life.
THIS IS INSPIRATIONAL....NEVER JUDGE PEOPLE BY HIS OR HER COMMUNITY...NEVER GIVE UP IS THE KEY IN CHANGING MIND OF OTHERS TRY TRY N SUCCEED...GOD BLESS THE GOOD GUY NAV ...GOD BLESS ALL ...SINGHS ARE KINGS BY HEART ...CHEERS
Well done! You are a true inspiration thank you trying to improve the lives of Sikhs and your community. Respect-
KS Sandhu only sikhs what about other indians
God bless you Nav and your family. What a beautiful and inspiring story to share. I am a huge fan of Tia and her channel and I wish you and your family all the best!
My dad is sikh he was 19 during those times the massacre, Knowing this gives me a little bit of insight about why he is the way he is still love him
So inspirational. Thank you Nav Bhatia
God bless you 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Such a great motivational and inspiring talk. We are all one. If you become inclusive your world opens up greatly, if you just stick to your own "kind" it may be comfortable but it won't be as good and rich than if you were to be accepting and integrating with others.
love this man!
Tears are flowing and I want to soooooo hug you Sardarji. I got here from your daughter's vlog. God bless you.Jai Hind.Jai Canada. Wahe guruji!!!! *huge hug*
I absolutely love Mr Nav Bhatia xx I'm truly proud of him and integrating Sikhs into mainstream society because people just do stereotype us. We have fought world wars and protected people and still we get treated with disrespect.
Great patience and an open mind from this man.
Such a sweet human being. You are a role model for human race sir. Never have I ever fallen in love so quickly with someone's character before. Now I know why your daughter is so humble, she emulates you. God bless you and your family.
now I'm your superfan Sir.. Respect
Thats how human should be :) Salute from me too .
No one should "have to" try extra hard, they should be respected for their ability the same as everyone. Peace to you brother...Amazing role model.
too good sir... proud of sikhs.
Love this gentleman! Such a lovely bloke.
Love this guy, have just discovered him and his daughter today, amazing people!!
Love this guy. He needs his own bball show. It would be an enormous success. He has a great story and reminds me of my dad. Dude has the charisma, is well spoken for ESL (and in general), every NBA star interacts with him. It would be great for the NBA and their attempt to connect to India.
Mr. Nav is my favourite person in the world. He doesn't know I exist because I'm but a single grain of sand. But if I had one wish, I'd wish to meet him even if it's just for 1 minute. Or even less. Apart from being humble, kind and hardworking, he has been the best dad to his daughter Tia Bhatia. I always break down in tears when I see their love because my mom grew me up single-handedly and I had never known a dad's love.
wonderful message, thank you Nav. i am proud of you and our wonderful country
Bravo!!! Absolutely beautiful and well said! I am a Christian from Southeast Florida. I would love to meet you, your beautiful wife, and Tia. Going to give you guys a big hugs! Please come to Southeast Florida so we can meet you guys. And to God be the glory for the grace and favor upon your lives and your beautiful spirit. My daughter loves watching your family too!
Did this guy just end off with a double fist bump to his heart, spreaded the love and called it? My guy...
Awwww! Tia, your dad rocks!!!
Wow
Mashallah Mr Nav! I’m so inspired by your speech and of course your one of a kind.
God bless you and May Allah Almighty give a speedy recovery for your beautiful wife.
AMEEN 💯 AMEEN
Wow... I guess I need to get out of my comfort zone. Nav you taught to be a good person in all aspects of life. Proud to be Canadian alongside of you.
I love this man. excellent ambassador for all
I love this man and his family. Tia, he rocks! Daddy is great!
I just have so much respect for this man. He is truly an inspiration
the real king who spread happiness.
Truly motivating story...........never despair even in the most trying moments. Hats off to you sir, from Mumbai
is mr. NAV Bhatia father of Tia Bhatia ??
yes i believe he is
Tia Bhatia I have a feeling that you are his daughter Ms.Tia🙌🙌
I really liked your videos. but I am a superfan of your dad ;)
upkar singh - yes
Tia bhatia is adopted but.....his father is nav bhatia but real father i don't know?!
Sikh people are so hard working! He is the best example to prove this. He is so inspirational!
Your hard work and dedication has broken lot of stereotypes
So easy to simulate
Proud👍
One of the greatest Canadian ! I salute you Mr. Bhatia.
A lot of people take off the turban, change their names and act white, he deserves all his success
I am lot inspired, Thank u Mr Nav
Mr Nav Bhatia you are a wonderful human being!
God bless you and your beautiful family. There is always a purpose for each one of us. I have a loyal list of amazing clients of Sikhs that I helped them with their mortgages and they respect me as I helped them with their first home here in Canada. Amazing people, God bless you, thank you for the clarification of your culture. I am an immigrant too and I am blessed to be living in a prosperous country such as Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇬🇾🇬🇾
Ur daughter bought me here. God bless u!!! U done so well for urself n family. But how u made it!!! Richness yes but richness n remain humble?
Uncle G i don't know about the game is about but here is i am your another faaaaaaan loved your life story cause i am on the kind of same side but in Australia ... hope i see you one day to say sat sri akal ..
We proud of you have done such a great work for our community... God bless you
Sasriyakal. Fantastic Nav Bhatiaji. You are an AWESOME human being. Hats off to you
Regards from New Zealand
I have TONS of respect for Nav Bhatia
Very proud of you keeping your Sikh identity
What a great man - an inspiration!!!!
Compare even Nav Bhatia, he moved to canada and dealt with racism etc. and was able to move past it all and is now a successful business man who uses his influence to help others, he was able to do this in a Country that owed him nothing but gave him a chance however little.
Now compare it to a country that was supposed to be his home, India the land of his ancestors, where he should have been given a fair chance and the work he could have done for his country. Even now, after becoming a canadian citizen, who technically owes India nothing, he helps build washrooms and make contributions so that children can go to school with his Rise Up Daughters of India foundation. God bless this man! he has a beautiful family and he is a good man!
aweosome ..waheguru apnu chardikalla vich rakhey
I like this guy. Amazing..
we all can learn from him....
New generation special....
Like to meet him...
Well done and much respect!
And thank you for the inspiration in helping us believe that all is possible no matter the perception or the background.
Thank you; so much for us all to learn from.
amazing talk.. thank you!
Uncle taa chaa gaye (y) :)
Good message that could be applied to any race any culture superfan is super humble
Oh my goodness tha was so inspirational video.
Mr. NAV YOU ARE BEST PERSON.
salute sir people like u makes us proud not only in country where you are but everywhere in the whole world thank you for everything
I am watching this video as it is hyperlinked in my Criminology lecture in University of Fraser Valley, Abbotsford.
Hatts off to him.. learnt alot from his experiences and i would say that today people need to understand racism only kills humanity and will never bring us any good
CANADA IS THE BEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD!! FUCKKKK YAAAA!!! =D
It is!!!
Thank you sir!!! Respect 🙏
Well said sir. We have to introduce our self to mainstream because they don’t know us.
wonderful massage the way to present and also looking brilliant sardar god bless you yes you are make my turban great Thank You
Very inspiring talk. 🙏🙏🙏.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful speech.. God bless uncleji. I would love to meet you. I am a fan of you.
And I cannot understand the bad perception for someone wearing a turban. Your culture is one of the most respectful cultures we can have, and anytime we live near Brothers and Sisters from your culture, we know they are going to be quiet, respectful neighbors. At least that has been my experience.
Very humble 🙏