# CMBPA — Canadian Mauritian Business Professional Association

> Professional networking association for the bilingual Mauritian diaspora in Canada.
> Founded in January 2024 to advance the employability and professional success of Mauritian professionals across Canada.

CMBPA (Canadian Mauritian Business Professional Association) is a community-driven association co-founded
by Yuri Curumthaully and Raghava Sokappadu — two Mauritian professionals based in Canada. CMBPA connects
bilingual Mauritian professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through events, workshops, a job board,
and meaningful networking opportunities across Canada.

**Website:** https://www.cmbpa.ca
**Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/p/Canadian-Mauritian-Business-Professional-Association-61556186632881/
**Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/cmbpassociation/
**LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-mauritian-business-professional-association

## What CMBPA Offers

- **Networking Events** — In-person and professional events designed to build authentic connections between Mauritian professionals, recruiters, and entrepreneurs in Canada.
- **Workshops** — Hands-on workshops, panels, and curated learning experiences focused on practical skills, career advancement, and real-world strategies.
- **Job Board** — A community job board connecting bilingual Mauritian professionals with career opportunities shared by employers and community members.
- **Community** — A bilingual (English/French) professional community helping the Mauritian diaspora thrive in Canada's job market and business landscape.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.cmbpa.ca/index.md): Overview of CMBPA's mission, offerings, founding team, member testimonials, and newsletter.
- [Events](https://www.cmbpa.ca/events.md): Upcoming and past CMBPA events including networking socials, workshops, and community gatherings.
- [October 2026 Event - CMBPA Fall Social Networking Event](https://www.cmbpa.ca/event/october-2026.md): Fall 2026 networking social at Estrella Restaurant in Montreal on October 8, 2026.
- [September 2026 Event — CMBPA Fall Social Networking Event - Nu Zwenn](https://www.cmbpa.ca/event/september-2026.md): Fall 2026 networking social at Mossop's Social House in Toronto on September 23, 2026.
- [July 2026 Event — Montreal Summer Social Networking Event](https://www.cmbpa.ca/event/july-2026.md): Montreal networking social at Estrella Restaurant on July 23, 2026.
- [Job Board](https://www.cmbpa.ca/jobs.md): Career opportunities posted for the CMBPA professional community.
- [June 2026 Event — CMBPA Summer Social Networking Event](https://www.cmbpa.ca/event/june-2026.md): Summer 2026 networking social at Mossop's Social House on June 23, 2026. World Cup watch + networking.
- [April 2026 Event — Nu Zwenn: Network & Chill](https://www.cmbpa.ca/event/april-2026.md): Spring 2026 networking social at Mossop's Social House on April 23, 2026.

## Upcoming Events

### CMBPA Fall Social Networking Event
**Date:** Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET
**Location:** Estrella Restaurant · 1165 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montreal, QC H2X 3Z5
**Register:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cmbpa-fall-social-networking-event-tickets-2000914697724?aff=oddtdtcreator

Meet recruiters, hear Mauritian-Canadian success stories, and connect with entrepreneurs in a welcoming
Montreal networking event designed for meaningful conversations.

### CMBPA - Fall Social Networking Event - Nu Zwenn
**Date:** Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM ET
**Location:** Mossop's Social House · 56 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5E 1G5
**Register:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cmbpa-fall-social-networking-event-nu-zwenn-tickets-1999491977329

A professional networking evening where high-value connections meet the Mauritian professional community.
Connect with fellow professionals, entrepreneurs, recruiters, and Canadian-Mauritian business leaders. Dress
code: Business Casual.

## Founding Team

- **Yuri Curumthaully** — Co-founder. Specializes in building impactful professional connections and community empowerment.
- **Raghava Sokappadu** — Co-founder. Focused on strategic partnerships and collaborative professional networks.

## Member Testimonials

- "Being part of CMBPA has allowed me to grow my network within the Mauritian community in Canada." — Keshav
- "I met a bilingual recruiter at a CMBPA event who helped me land my current role." — Olivia
- "CMBPA events are where I've met fellow Mauritians working in sectors I never expected." — Marie