[1] In 1984, the samaj purchased an old church and began converting it into a temple; Hindu deities were established, the last being in April 1993.

The Temple is a centre of worship and focal point for cultural events for Hindus in the Golden Horseshoe area of Southern Ontario.

The major Hindu festivals are organised and celebrated at the temple in accordance with Karma Kand of Sanātana Dharma.

[2] The temple also invites and hosts Hindu religious and spiritual leaders from around the world, including India.

The Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion (HCCI) was set up in 2006 to act as a centralized hub for access to the knowledge and resources needed to build a strong, racially diverse and welcoming city.