Artist Jessie Sohpaul has created a Diwali-themed logo for a special Vancouver Canucks jersey and game on Wednesday, Nov. 15.
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All the details within this year's Diwali logo, designed by artist Jessie Sohpaul.
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This is the seventh year of Diwali-themed celebrations at a Vancouver Canucks game, typically in October or November.
, Sohpaul含羞草研究社檚 fresh Diwali designs are found on Canucks jerseys, T-shirts, hats, pins, hoodies, toques, stickers and other themed merchandise.
, Sohpaul is described as a multidisciplinary artist based out of Vancouver.
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This year Diwali is celebrated on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.
