Community Services

Esa Para has contributed extensively to community service over many years. The initiatives highlighted here represent only a portion of his broader commitment and the meaningful impact he has made across numerous communities.

TRREB REAL Heroes Event – Making a Difference Beyond Real Estate

Esa Para Esananda demonstrated his commitment to giving back by turning a personal milestone into a meaningful cause. Inspired by his birthday, he launched a fundraiser in support of the Trillium Health Partners Foundation, successfully raising over $7,000. The funds contributed to essential cardiac equipment for patients living with heart failure and provided critical resources to help individuals and families navigate chronic illness—leaving a lasting impact on the community.

A Life of Giving Back: Esa’s Community Impact Through Service

Driven by gratitude and a deep sense of community responsibility, Toronto REALTOR® Esa Para Esananda has dedicated decades to meaningful community service. From supporting South Asian community organizations to becoming a Community Ambassador for the Trillium Health Partners Foundation after surviving a life-threatening heart attack, Esa has transformed personal adversity into purpose. Through sustained fundraising efforts, partnerships, and advocacy, he has helped raise over $300,000 for local hospitals, directly supporting life-saving cardiac care, cancer treatment, and senior health programs—leaving a lasting impact on the community he proudly calls home.

Community Advocate



Esa Para Esananda has dedicated decades of service to strengthening communities across the Greater Toronto Area. Through leadership roles in numerous civic, charitable, and professional organizations, he has consistently championed initiatives that support health care, youth development, cultural engagement, and community well-being. His involvement ranges from board leadership and governance roles to advocacy and fundraising efforts that have helped advance important community causes. Esa’s commitment reflects a deep belief in collaboration, service, and building stronger, more connected communities for future generations.

Community Service Awards & Recognition

Esa’s outstanding dedication to community service has earned him numerous prestigious honours from civic, governmental, and community organizations, recognizing his lasting contributions and leadership.



  1. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11 Diamond Jubilee Medal - 2012

  2. His Majesty Coronation Medal - 2024

  3. Top 25 Canadian Immigrants - 2011

  4. Civic Award of Recognition by City of Mississauga - 2016

  5. Sam McCallion Community Award by MBOT - 2017

  6. National Ethnic Press & Media Council of Canada Award - 2014

  7. Toronto Real Estate Board - Civic Service Award - 2007

  8. Bell Canada Community Service Award - 2000

  9. Government of Ontario Volunteer Service Awards - 2007 & 2010

  10. Homelife Int'l Community Service Award - 2005, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2022 & 2024

  11. Canadian Tamil's Chamber of Commerce - Most Outstanding Community Person - 2015

  12. Jaffna Central College OBA, Canada - Meritorious Service Award - 1997


Collaborated Organizations

United Way Greater Toronto

United Way Greater Toronto

Trillium Health Partners Foundation - Mississauga

Trillium Health Partners Foundation - Mississauga

Heart & Stroke Foundation

Heart & Stroke Foundation

Scarborough Health Network

Scarborough Health Network

Rotary Club — Mississauga

Rotary Club — Mississauga

Senior Tamils Society of Peel

Senior Tamils Society of Peel

Mississauga Board of Trade

Mississauga Board of Trade

Canadian Tamil Chamber of Commerce

Canadian Tamil Chamber of Commerce

The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization

The Ripple Effect Wellness Organization

Ontario Senior Tamil Benevolent Association

Ontario Senior Tamil Benevolent Association

Screen of Peel Community Association

Screen of Peel Community Association

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