Sikh Community
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Saskatchewan grants helmet exemption for Sikh motorcyclists headed to Nagar Kirtan paradesSikhs travelling to the Nagar Kirtan parades in Regina and Saskatoon will be exempt from following helmet laws so they can represent their religious identity by wearing a turban.CanadaMay 9
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Intelligence suggests agents of India behind killing of B.C. Sikh leader: TrudeauThe intelligence comes as Canada has cut off trade talks with India and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was treated to a frosty reception at the G20 summit in India.PoliticsSep 18, 2023
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New panel in B.C. park highlights Sikh community’s efforts to support Komagata Maru passengersThe plaque was designed by the Descendants of the Komogata Maru Society and the city to inspire people everywhere to stand up to hatred, racism and discrimination.CanadaNov 9, 2022
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Ottawa police vow outreach to Sikh community after false Parliament Hill bomb tipWhen the RCMP probe finishes, Ottawa police will review the incident and community feedback to look at how it can improve its response to similar incidents.CanadaJun 15, 2022
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Community mourns slain UBC Okanagan security guard who recently became permanent resident'Her parents are in India and they are on their way here,' Paramjit Singh Patara said, adding that the Sikh community is trying to figure out the best way to support them.CrimeMar 1, 2022
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Sikh activists asking for apology for removal of vigil group from Okanagan templeVigil organizer, Atul Verma, is asking for an apology from temple leaders for how the situation was handled.CanadaFeb 20, 2022
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Indianapolis ‘still reeling’ over FedEx shooting that left 8 dead, governor saysOn April 15 a former FedEx employee fatally shot eight people, including four members of Indianapolis' Sikh community, before killing himself.WorldMay 1, 2021
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Indianapolis’ Sikh community calls for U.S. gun reforms after FedEx shootingThe attack was another blow to the Asian American community a month after authorities said six people of Asian descent were killed by a gunman in the Atlanta area.WorldApr 18, 2021
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‘Complex barriers’: Spreading COVID-19 messaging to Canada’s non-English speakersCoronavirus has disproportionately affected visible minorities in Canada. What efforts are being made to communicate public health guidance to this vulnerable population?HealthMar 1, 2021
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Grants help continue Saskatchewan ‘acts of kindness’ during coronavirus pandemicConexus Credit Union has already awarded 20 grants of $5,000 each to individuals and businesses in Saskatchewan through its Kindness Capital Fund.CanadaJul 23, 2020
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