WSO questions Indo-Canada security framework on human rights

WSO examines the Framework for Cooperation on Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism between Canada and India on the human rights front. The WSO concern gives expression to Sikh fears and concerns. Without getting cowed down by the superfluous and baseles... More »

Sikhs love Justin Trudeau and damn Indian scribes

Published 8y ago - Jagmohan Singh

Sikhs constituting 1.4% of the Canadian population and 1.8% of India’s have seen Sikh baiting during Canadian PM Justin Trudeau’s trip to India. The Sikh nation’s response was mature and measured. In this open letter of appreciation, love and gratitude, editor... More »

WSN welcomes Canada PM Trudeau and his team

Published 8y ago - Jagmohan Singh

World Sikh News welcomes Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, his family, his cabinet colleagues, members of Parliament, Canadian media team including Punjabi media persons to the Punjab. Jee Aayan Nu! Welcome!! Bienvenue!!! The World Sikh News welcomes: Ca... More »

WSO hosts World Interfaith Harmony Week in Surrey

Published 8y ago - WSN News Desk

World Sikh Organisation of Canada hosts World Interfaith Harmony Week in Surrey to foster understand, love, respect and sharing in a strife-torn hate-filled world. As intolerance is being fed by a section of society and world political leaders, there is a cryi... More »

WSO appeals Canadian Supreme Court in TWU case for equal standards of review

Published 8y ago - WSN News Desk

Ottawa, Canada: WSO intervenes in the Canadian Supreme Court in the TWU -Trinity Western University case and pleads for equal standards of review for communities WSO is on its heels intervening in cases involving communities other than Sikhs, in its true commi... More »

Canadian International Exhibition Centre to allow Kirpan

Published 8y ago - WSN News Desk

Ottawa, Canada: Canadian International Exhibition centre Evraz Place allows Sikh visitors to wear Kirpan after WSO intervention Continuing its ongoing campaign to ensure Sikh rights are protected in Canada, the WSO yet again intervened on behalf of a Sikh fami... More »

Transport Canada allows small Kirpans on flights, Sikhs pleased

Published 8y ago - WSN News Desk

Come 27 November and practising Sikh Canadians will be allowed to carry their kirpans on domestic and international flights, except those going to the US announces Transport Canada. In a welcome relief to all practising Sikh Canadians, Transport Canada has tak... More »

WSO launches Sikh Family Helpline across Canada

Published 8y ago - WSN News Bureau

Responding to needs for addressing issues of family, drug abuse and mental health issues among the growing Sikh community in Canada, WSO launches the much-needed Sikh Family Helpline. Brampton, Canada – Responding to the growing needs of psychological, psychia... More »

Reconciliation is key to inclusivity and prosperity shows Canada

Published 8y ago - WSN News Bureau

Reconciliation Canada organised a Walk for Reconciliation which saw the participation of thousands, including Sikh Canadians, all of whom demonstrated a vibrant commitment to an inclusive society focussed to prosperity of all including indigenous communities a... More »

Niqab Ban by Quebec Assembly faces all-round protests

Published 8y ago - WSN News Bureau

Reminding the world of the bygone era when Kings used to issue diktats regarding dress to be worn, words to be spoken, prayers to be said and religions to be followed, Members of the National Assembly of Quebec have put a ban on women wearing Niqab in a clear ... More »

Modified “Italian Kirpan” not acceptable, says World Sikh Organisation Canada

Published 9y ago - WSN News Bureau

World Sikh Organisation Canada rejects the modified “Italian Kirpan” proposal and urges Jathedar Akal Takht to set aside the case in toto, offering legal and logistical assistance to Sikh Italians on the Kirpan and connected religious issues. Intervening in th... More »

Harjit Singh Sajjan: He came, he saw, he conquered Sikh hearts, spread cheer

Published 9y ago - Jagmohan Singh

For one week, Sikhs were happy and cheerful thanks to the words and images of Harjit Singh Sajjan on his maiden visit to homeland Punjab and India as the Defence Minister of Canada. Humility personified, suave, gentle, focussed, determined, God-fea... More »

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