Sikhs in Canada

WSO Deeply Disappointed by Defeat of Ontario Sikh Genocide Motion

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has expressed deep disappointed by the Ontario Liberal Government's vote against a motion recognizing the November 1984 attacks on Sikhs as a genocide.

Sikh Genocide, Not “1984 Riots” (author: Jagmeet Singh MPP)

Today in the Legislature, my motion calling on the Ontario Government to formally recognize the November 1984 state organized violence perpetrated against Sikhs throughout India as genocide was debated and ultimately voted down by the Ontario Liberal Government.

Canada takes on the role as a defender of Sikh image

Canadian PM Trudeau has been full of praises for contribution of Sikhs to Canada and has fully acknowledged during Khalsa Pargat Diwas celebrations held on Canadian Parliament Hill that Khalsa principles and Canadian principles are same and Sikhs are an integral part of Canadian mosaic.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar writes to Canadain PM Justin Trudeau claiming political persecution by India

Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Surrey Sikh man whom the Indian government alleges as holder of an arms training camp for militants in Canada has reportedly written a letter to the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Canadian Minister Ralph Goodale responds to media queries about Indian Media reports on alleged armed training camps in Canada [Video]

Canadian Minister Ralph Goodale responds to media queries about Indian Media reports on alleged armed training camps in Canada.

Indian Agencies’ alert to Canada on Sikh activism: Indian rulers creating boegy of so-called terrorism, Dal Khalsa

According to a press release issued the Dal Khalsa, [S]ikh leader Gajinder Singh living in exile has taken strong objection to his name being linked to alleged efforts to revive terror activities in India from Canadian soil saying his organisation Dal Khalsa was pursuing its political objective of Khalistan through peaceful and democratic means.

WSO welcomes Komagata Maur apology; Calls for inclusion in school Curricula

World Sikh Organization of Canada welcomes today's apology by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on behalf of the Government of Canada for the Canadian Government's decision in 1914 to refuse entry to the Komagata Maru.

Full Text of speech of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau making apology for Komagata Maur

Ottawa, Canada: Canadian Prime Minister on May 18 offered official apology for 1914 Komagata Maru incident in the House of Commons. Here is a text of ...

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau offers apology for Komagata Maru incident [Full Video]

Today I rise in this House to offer an apology on behalf of the government of Canada, for our role in the Komagata Maru incident, said PM Justin Trudeau.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau to apologise for Komagata Maru tragedy in House of Commons today

Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau will make a formal apology in the House of Commons for the Komagata Maru incident in Canadian Parliament today.

WSO welcomes new office of human rights, freedom and inclusion

The World Sikh Organization of Canada welcomes the Government of Canada's launch of the Office of Human Rights, Freedoms and Inclusion (OHRFI). OHRFI is the successor to the Office of Religious Freedoms.

NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh introduces bill on motorcycle helmet exemption for Sikhs

This week, Bramalea Gore Malton MPP Jagmeet Singh re-introduced his bill from 2013 which if passed, would exempt practicing members of the Sikh faith who habitually wear a Turban from the requirement to wear a helmet while operating a motorcycle in Ontario.

Canada: B.C. Sikh Community Responds to Alberta Fires

Wildfires have destroyed at least 1,600 homes in Alberta, Canada, and forced the mandatory evacuation of 88,000 people -- including the entire city of Fort McMurray.

Video: Canadian Court summons served to Capt. Amarinder Singh in USA

While Capt Amarinder was addressing an NRI gathering in Bay area California, "Sikhs For Justice" (SFJ) served him with notice of intended "defamation law suit" under Canadian laws for accusing the human rights group of playing into the hands of Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI.

ISI-link Remark: Captain Amarinder Served With Canadian “Defamation Lawsuit” Notice By SFJ

As per a press release by the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), Capt. Amarinder Singh was served with summons of a Canadian court in a defamation law suit.

Sikhs For Justice complains to Canada govt against Aam Aadmi Party

A North America based Sikh group, Sikhs For Justice, is reportedly gearing up to lodge a complaint against the Aam Aadmi Party in Canada.

Sikh Heritage month celebrated at Brampton City Hall

On Tuesday, April 26, the City of Brampton hosted its second annual Sikh Heritage Month reception. This year, four outstanding citizens were honoured for their contributions to Brampton and the Sikh community.

Capt. Amarinder to be in Canada via Skype now: says Congress

Punjab Congress chief Capt. Amarinder, who had cancelled his Canada visit fearing legal trouble, will now address Canadian supporters of the Congress party via Skype.

Fearing trouble, Capt. Amarinder cancels Canada visit

After three days of drama, Punjab Congress chief Captain Amarinder Singh has reportedly cancelled his seven-day trip to Canada. The decision reportedly came in wake of the prospect of possibly facing a case related to torture in a court in Toronto.

Sikh diaspora group condemns murder of Pakistan Sikh legislator

The World Sikh Organization of Canada condemns the killing of Pakistani-Sikh legislator Sardar Soran Singh. Sardar Soran Singh was the Minister of Minorities in Khyber-Paktunkhwa province, for the ruling Pakistan-Tehreek Insaf party. The Pakistani Taliban have claimed responsibility for the assassination.

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