Building community since 1909
Honouring Our Heritage, Shaping Our Future.
Celebrating our Ceylon Tamil identity while creating meaningful connections and opportunities for generations to come.
Who We Are
For over a century, SCTA has been the heart of Singapore’s Ceylon Tamil diaspora—a secular association welcoming every family, regardless of faith. We bring our people together through language, culture, and shared traditions, continuing a legacy of service that began in 1909.
Culture & Heritage
Keeping Ceylon Tamil arts, heritage, and timeless traditions alive for future generations.
Education & Support
Empowering our youth and celebrating academic achievement through dedicated student scholarships and bursaries.
A Legacy of Service
Since 1909, SCTA has served Singapore’s Ceylon Tamil families through language, cultural preservation, and community service. A cornerstone of our historical stewardship includes supporting the Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple at 21 Ceylon Road—an enduring part of our heritage within our broader mission to serve our entire community.
Programmes for Every Generation
From traditional arts and educational support to our women’s network and youth initiatives, find where you belong.
Music & Dance Academy
Classical and contemporary Tamil performing arts featuring music, dance, and drama for young performers, open to all.
Ladies Committee
Community, service, and celebration through a dedicated network of women sustaining SCTA traditions and outreach.
Youth Wing
A community for young Ceylon Tamils aged 18 to 35, featuring events, leadership opportunities, and lifelong friendships.
Volunteer
Give your time and gain a community through meaningful volunteer roles across our events and youth mentoring programs.
Join Our Heritage & Community
Become a part of Singapore’s Ceylon Tamil family. Whether you are looking to preserve our rich heritage, connect with a century-old network, or find support for your family, SCTA offers accessible, one-time lifetime membership pathways tailored for all generations. Explore our available ordinary, associate, junior, and life tiers.
What’s On
Join us for our upcoming workshops, celebrations, and community gatherings.
Resident Engagement (Flyer Distribution)
Date :
7 Nov 2026
Time
9.00 AM
Venue
Main Hall
Tea with Ceylon Road Residents
Date :
14 Nov 2026
Time
9.00 AM
Venue
SSVT Kalamandapam
Annual General Meeting (To approve FY2025 Accounts)
Date :
7 Nov 2026
Time
9.00 AM
Venue
Main Hall
Sacred Space Movie Screening (Fund Raising Activity)
Date :
16 Jan 2027
Time
9.00 AM
Venue
Main Hall
SSVT Kumbhabhishegam (Consecration Ceremony)
Date :
11 Feb 2027
Time
9.00 AM
Venue
Main Hall
Faces of Our Heritage
Honoring the Visionaries, Leaders, and Everyday Champions Who Built SCTA. Behind more than a century of community, language, and culture are the remarkable individuals who made it all possible. From our early 20th-century founders who established a home away from home, to the quiet volunteers, educators, and leaders who have nurtured our community through generations—Faces of Our Heritage celebrates their lasting impact.
Moments That Make Us
Sunday Social-Quiz Clash 2026
National Day 2026
Mother’s Day 2026
Sacred Space 2026
