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Sikh Genocide 1984 Motion in Ontario Parliament Upsets Indian State & its Supporters

The historic Sikh Genocide 1984 Motion was passed by Ontario Provincial Parliament on April 6 extending official recognition to the fact of Sikh Genocide of 1984.

AISSF Welcomes Ontario Motion Recognising Sikh Genocide 1984 in India

All India Sikh Students Federation (AISSF) has welcomed the move of Ontario provincial Parliament in Canada to pass a motion recognising the Sikh Genocide 1984.

Dal Khalsa Welcomes Passing of Sikh Genocide 1984 Motion in Ontario Parliament

"The passing of a motion in the Ontario state parliament calling the mass killings of Sikhs in 1984 as genocide is a welcome step", says Dal Khalsa.

Speech By Jagmeet Singh of NDP during Passing of Sikh Genocide 1984 motion in Ontario Parliament

Through the incredible advocacy over the past year by community organizers and Gurdwara leadership (Sikh place of meditation), today the Legislative Assembly of Ontario passed a motion recognizing the 1984 anti-Sikh violence throughout India as Genocide.

Ontario Officially Recognises the fact of Sikh Genocide 1984 [Breaking News]

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario has passed a motion extending official recognition to the fact of Sikh genocide of 1984 in India.

Ontario’s NDP Deputy Leader Jagmeet Singh and Singh Khalsa Seva Club encourage all to donate this holiday season

MPP Jagmeet Singh along with the Singh Khalsa Seva Club delivered four loads and over 2300 pounds of food in addition to blankets, to Knights Table on Sunday.

NDP Leader Andrea Horwath Addressed Sikh Gathering on Parkash Gurpurab in Brampton

N.D.P Leader Andrea Horwath and Canadian Member of Provincial Parliament and deputy leader Jagmeet Singh addressed the gathering of hundreds of Sikhs at Gurudwara Sahib of the city of Brampton on the occasion of Parkash Gurpurab of Guru Nanak Ji.

Jagmeet Singh MPP’s statement at Legislative Assembly of Ontario on Sikh Genocide 1984

Jagmeet Singh, MPP (Bramalea—Gore—Malton), made a statement in the concerned provincial Parliament about the Sikh Genocide 1984.

NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh reintroduced bill for Sikh motorcycle helmet exemption

NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh (Bramalea-Gore-Malton) introduced a bill today calling for an exemption to motorcycle helmet laws for turbaned Sikhs.

MPP Jagmeet Singh hosted Brampton’s only Tarion Town Hall Review Meeting

Ontario NDP’s Deputy Leader Jagmeet Singh held the only Tarion Town Hall review meeting in Brampton, on Tuesday evening.

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.

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.

Raising of the Sikh Flag in Queen’s Park, Toronto [VIDEO]

A Sikh Flag was raised in Queen's Park, Toronto, Canada.

Sikh Flag raised at Queen’s Park, Toronto (Canada)

On April 14 in the Legislature, Ontario NDP's Deputy Leader Jagmeet Singh presented and passed unanimously a motion calling on the Legislative Assembly to fly the Sikh Flag or Nishaan Sahib outside of Queen’s Park.

Jagmeet Singh MPP and Harinder Singh on UK tour

On 2nd February, Harinder Singh (Former CEO, Sikh Research Institute) and Jagmeet Singh MPP (Deputy Leader, New Democratic Party, Canada) begin their 2016 UK Tour, said a written press release sent by Gurpreet Garcha - UK liaison, #FreeAkalTakht.

Canadians Call for Justice in Punjab Crisis

The recent attack on Sikhs in Punjab has created an uproar in Punjabi communities across the world. Chandigarh: As the crisis in Punjab continues to grow, a number of Sikh politicians and community figures in Canada have voiced their concern and called on the Canadian and Indian government to ensure justice and accountability in Punjab. […]

MPP Jagmeet Singh is new deputy leader of Ontario NDP

MPP Jagmeet Singh is appointed as new deputy leader of Ontario NDP. It’s the first time in more than a decade Ontario’s NDP Caucus has had a deputy leader.

Canada: Second Annual Sikh Heritage Month begins

The Canadian province of Ontario has deemed the month of April as "Sikh Heritage Month". This was passed due to the effort of MPP Jagmeet Singh who proposed the bill in 2013. This April marks the 2nd annual celebration of what will surely be a treasured event in Ontario that hopefully spreads to more states in Canada and the world.

Registration for “Appear for the Disappeared 5K Walk, 2015” is open now: Ensaaf, Jakara Movement

In an announce Ensaaf, a human rights group, and Jakara Movement, a Sikh activist group, said that registration was now open for third annual 5K fund-raising walk called "Appear for the Disappeared". "This year’s walk will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at Lake Elizabeth, Central Park in Fremont, CA", Ensaaf and Jakara Movement said.

India denied visa to Sikh MPP of Canada; Refuses even to explain the decision

“The government of India, like any other government, has a sovereign right to grant or refuse a visa to any foreign individual and it is not obliged to give any justification or explanation for exercising this prerogative,” Indian Consul-General Akhilesh Mishra says about the denial of the visa last December.

Amritdhari Sikh Jagmeet Singh re-elected as Ontario’s Member of Provincial Parliament

Toronto, Canada (June 13, 2014) : The only Amritdhari Sikh, Jagmeet Singh has successfully contested his seat in Bramalea-Gore-Malton for Provincial Parliament and defeated his rivals from Liberal and PC party. However, Liberals succeeded in regaining the power by clear majority in the Ontario’s Provincial Parliament. According information availed from various news media, the NDP’s […]

CANADA: Focus on health care, cut ER wait times in half: NDP goal

Brampton, Ontario (May 21, 2014): According to a press release sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by a media representative of the New Democratic Party, the NDP leader Andrea Horwath has reminded Ontarians that patients with complex needs still spend far too long in the ER for the care they need. The Leader said it’s time to focus on the fundamentals, laying out her goal of cutting ER wait times by half, something both NDP candidate Gurpreet Dhillon, for Brampton-Springdale, and NDP incumbent Jagmeet Singh, for Bramalea-Gore-Malton, will fight for.

Jagmeet Singh NDP to be honoured by Toronto Sikhs for his efforts regarding Sikh Heritage Month

Toronto/ Ontario, Canada (May 07, 2014): According to information available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN), the Toronto Sikh sangat shall be honouring Jagmeet Singh NDP on May 11, 2014. Jagmeet Singh is Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) from Bramalea Gore Malton constituency.

NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh officially launched Sikh Heritage Month

On Tuesday, April 1, NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh officially launched Sikh Heritage Month at a reception in Queen’s Park. Over 200 people attended with exhibits provided by the SikhMuseum.com and the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada.

Canada: April to be observed as Sikh Heritage Month

Ontario, Canada (March 30, 2014): April will from now on be recognized as Sikh Heritage Month. Bill 52 approved in the Ontario Legislature in December was introduced by Brampton New Democrat MPP Jagmeet Singh last April.

Brampton-Springdale Hungry For Change – Nominates Local Youth Organizer & Basketball Star Gurpreet Dhillon

Brampton, Canada (March 25, 2014): As per information a gathering of over 250 including MPP Jagmeet Singh (Bramalea-Gore-Malton) officially nominated community activist and local basketball star Gurpreet Dhillon to be the Ontario NDP candidate in Brampton-Springdale.

Brampton students work to demystify Sikh culture

Brampton (March 12, 2014): As per media reports [s]tudents at various schools in Peel and Eastern Ontario have organised events to create a greater understanding of the Sikh religion amongst the general public.

India was wrong to deny my visa, says Jagmeet Singh NDP

Ottawa (January 01, 2013): An 'Op-Ed' by Jagmeet Singh NDP, has appeated in 'Ottawa Citizen', in which the Sikh Canadian MPP has said that India was wrong to deny his visa.

Akal Takht Jathedar condemns denial of visa to Canadian Sikh lawmaker; Terms it part of ill-treatment of Sikhs by India

Amritsar, Punjab (December 30, 2013): It is learnt that the Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Gurbachan Singh has criticized the Government of India for denying visa to Jagmeet Singh NDP, a Member of Provincial Parliament (Ontario) in Canada.

Detailed Report : Sikh Awards 2013 by Social Educational Welfare Association (SEWA)

Jandiala Guru/ Amritsar, Punjab (December 28, 2013): Various personalities that have contributed to the promotion of Sikhism were honoured by SEWA (Social Educational Welfare Association) on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 at a International Level Conference held at International Fateh Academy, Jandiala Guru.

Deinal of visa to Jagmeet Singh MPP: First time in History a Canadian Official refused entry Visa

Toronto, Canada (December 28, 2013): Respected Ontario, Canada Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Jagmeet Singh has been denied an entry visa by the Government of India. The denial, given without explanation resulted in MPP Jagmeet Singh missing a significant gala event in Amritsar hosted by the non profit organization SEWA, that selected Jagmeet Singh as 'Sikh of the Year' for 2013.

Jagmeet Singh NDP, a Sikh MPP of Canada denied visa by India to visit Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): It is learnt that Jagmeet Singh MPP has been denied visa by India for his visit to Amritsar to attend a function by two NGOs which selected him for "Sikh of the Year" Award.

April is Sikh Heritage Month in Ontario as NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh’s bill passes final reading

Queen's Parks, Canada (December 11, 2013): Bramalea-Gore-Malton NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh’s Private Member's Bill entitled Sikh Heritage Month passed third reading in the legislature today. Bill 52 proclaims the month of April every year as Sikh Heritage Month.

Introduction of Bibi Jagdish Kaur, survivor of 1984 Genocide – by Jagmeet Singh NDP

S. Jagmeet Singh, MPP, introduced Bibi Jagdish Kaur to his assembly. This video recording of the brief introduction. Bibi Jagdish Kaur is a survivor and credible witness of the Sikh Genocide 1984. She witnessed killings of 5 family members including her Husband, Son and three brothers.

Book questioning historiography of Gadhar Movement by Punjab leftists & Indian nationalists released in Toronto

Toronto, Canada (November 24, 2013): Sikh scholar and historian S. Ajmer Singh’s much discussed book on the historiography of Gadhar Movement was released in Toronto on November 16, 2013 during a book release function that was attended by more than 500 persons.

NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh’s statement on November 1984

I rise to I extend my sympathies on the 29th anniversary of the November 1984 Sikh Genocide that targeted Sikh men, women and children in New Delhi and many other parts of India. - Jagmeet Singh MPP

Prof. Bhullar’s issue remained in focus during Khalsa Sajna Nagar Kirtan in Toronto

Toronto, Canada (May 07, 2013): It is learnt that more than eighty thousand Sikhs participated in Khalsa Sajna Nagar Kirtan that was held on May 05, 2013 in Toronto, Canada. The Nagar Kirtan started from Gurudwara Singh Sabha, Melton and concluded at Sikh Spiritual Centre, Rexdale.

NDP passes resolution to recognize Jaswant Singh Khalra as an “Important Defender of Human Rights”

Montreal, Canada (April 1, 2013): It is learnt that with thunderous applause and support at the federal NDP convention in Montreal, a resolution to recognize Jaswant Singh Khalra as a defender of human rights was passed by the membership of Canada’s NDP unanimously.Montreal, Canada (April 1, 2013): It is learnt that with thunderous applause and support at the federal NDP convention in Montreal, a resolution to recognize Jaswant Singh Khalra as a defender of human rights was passed by the membership of Canada’s NDP unanimously.

Sikh MPP Jagmeet Singh proposed to move bill for protection of Sikh Kakars in Ontario Provincial Parliament

New Delhi, India (February 03, 2013): Canadian Sikh politician and Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) S. Jagmeet Singh has reportedly proposed to move a bill for the protection of Sikh Kakars in Ontario Provincial Parliament.

Canadian Sikh politician S. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) visited Punjabi University, Patiala

Patiala, Punjab (February 03, 2013): A Canadian Sikh politician S. Jagmeet Singh visited Punjabi University, Patiala on January 31, 2013 to address a gathering of university students at “Students Home”. S. Jagmeet Singh is Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) representing Bramalea Gore Malton, Ontario, Canada.
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