Sikhism
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Vaisakhi parade returns to Surrey, organizers anticipate crowds of up to 700,000The event is believed to be the largest of its kind outside of India, and has drawn as many as half a million attendees in previous years.CanadaApr 21, 2023
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B.C. man collects thousands of rare books, artifacts documenting Sikh historyRaj Singh Bhandall estimates he has more than 2,000 items in his personal mini museum from all over the world, including India and Afghanistan.FeaturesAug 4, 2022
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Surrey man and friends build elaborate palki for worshippers in Prince George, B.C.Malkiat Singh Hoonjan said he decided to take on the ambitious project last year after learning from a friend that the Sikh place of worship in Prince George didn't have one.FeaturesMay 26, 2022
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Racist graffiti in Calgary’s southwest considered a hate crime: policeThe Sikh community is speaking out about a graffiti incident which is under police investigation in southwest Calgary.CrimeOct 26, 2021
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Sikh organization applauds helmet exemption decision from Alberta governmentTwo members of the World Sikh Organization of Canada say their community is excited about a change to Alberta's helmet laws.CanadaMar 31, 2018
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What was the Komagata Maru incident and why does it matter?A century ago, more than 350 people were denied entry to Canada and sent back across the Pacific ocean because they weren't the right colour or religion.CanadaMay 18, 2016
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Kelowna Vaisakhi festival draws thousandsThe 2016 Vaisakhi festival in Kelowna drew the largest crowd the event has ever seen, according to organizers.May 1, 2016
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